2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Specs, MPG & Trims
EPA fuel-economy data and specifications for the 2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class (15–25 MPG combined) across 11 listed configurations.
Overview
- Body class
- Subcompact Cars, Compact Cars
- Drive
- Rear-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- 8-cyl, 6.2 L; 6-cyl, 3.5 L; 6-cyl, 3.0 L; 4-cyl, 1.8 L
- Fuel type
- Premium Gasoline
- Combined MPG
- 15–25 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $3,300–$5,500
- Configurations
- 11
MPG & fuel economy
City, highway and combined values below are EPA estimates. Where a powertrain has several configurations, the table shows the lowest–highest reported value. Electric configurations use MPGe.
| Powertrain | City | Highway | Combined | Annual fuel cost | CO2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6-cyl 3.0 L · Premium Gasoline · 4-Wheel Drive | 17–18 | 24–25 | 20 | $4,100 | — |
| 6-cyl 3.5 L · Premium Gasoline · 4-Wheel Drive | 19 | 27 | 22 | $3,750 | — |
| 4-cyl 1.8 L · Premium Gasoline · Rear-Wheel Drive | 21 | 30–31 | 25 | $3,300 | — |
| 6-cyl 3.5 L · Premium Gasoline · Rear-Wheel Drive | 19–20 | 28–29 | 22–23 | $3,550–$3,750 | — |
| 8-cyl 6.2 L · Premium Gasoline · Rear-Wheel Drive | 13 | 19 | 15–16 | $5,150–$5,500 | — |
Configurations & engine comparison
Each row is one configuration/engine combination reported by the EPA for this model year. Missing EPA values are shown as —.
| Configuration / engine | Drive | Transmission | Cyl. | Displ. (L) | Fuel type | City | Hwy | Comb. | Annual cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C250 | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 7-spd | 4 | 1.8 | Premium Gasoline | 21 | 31 | 25 | $3,300 |
| C250 Coupe | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 7-spd | 4 | 1.8 | Premium Gasoline | 21 | 30 | 25 | $3,300 |
| C300 4matic | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 7-spd | 6 | 3.0 | Premium Gasoline | 17 | 24 | 20 | $4,100 |
| C300 4matic | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 7-spd | 6 | 3.0 | Premium Gasoline | 18 | 25 | 20 | $4,100 |
| C350 | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 7-spd | 6 | 3.5 | Premium Gasoline | 20 | 29 | 23 | $3,550 |
| C350 | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 7-spd | 6 | 3.5 | Premium Gasoline | 19 | 28 | 22 | $3,750 |
| C350 4matic Coupe | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 7-spd | 6 | 3.5 | Premium Gasoline | 19 | 27 | 22 | $3,750 |
| C350 Coupe | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 7-spd | 6 | 3.5 | Premium Gasoline | 19 | 28 | 22 | $3,750 |
| C63 AMG | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 7-spd | 8 | 6.2 | Premium Gasoline | 13 | 19 | 15 | $5,500 |
| C63 AMG Black Series Coupe | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 7-spd | 8 | 6.2 | Premium Gasoline | 13 | 19 | 16 | $5,150 |
| C63 AMG Coupe | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 7-spd | 8 | 6.2 | Premium Gasoline | 13 | 19 | 15 | $5,500 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the combined MPG of the 2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class?
According to EPA data, the 2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is rated at 15–25 MPG combined for its conventional-fuel configurations.
How many cylinders does the 2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class have?
The EPA data lists 4, 6, and 8 cylinders across its configurations.
What fuel type does the 2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class use?
It uses Premium Gasoline.
What is the annual fuel cost of the 2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class?
The EPA estimates annual fuel costs ranging from $3,300 to $5,500.