Road Test: 2012 Mercedes-Benz C250 Sport Coupe

MotorWeek road test review of the 2012 Mercedes-Benz C250 Sport Coupe.

[@extremedrivr]

You guys made my day!! Thank you for this video because I am the proud new owner of a 2013 Coupe. I love every mile I drive it. Awesome car!!

[@noemitellez3098]

Updates ? How’s it holdin up?

[@extremedrivr]

@@noemitellez3098 Still good. No complaints here.

[@sleeksilver]

Yeah, I was thinking that the 0-60 was wayyy off. Motorweek actually has great reviews, they did mention they couldn't get traction though.

[@sleeksilver]

It is a 1.8 turbo, not a 2.5. Other publications have clocked low 6 second 0-60 times. They even had a disclaimer that it was traction limited. Did you even watch the whole video???

[@IKhanNot]

In terms of features you're right. The thing is though that all electronic gadgets is just one aspect of a car. The Benz will ride nice and heavy, be quieter, have a more luxurious interior and feel more effortless all around which is what makes a Benz a Benz. You can't compare the 2 anyway and features like whether I can plug my iPod in or not doesn't make one car better than the other.

[@1970borntorun]

You know, it's interesting. I just went from a 2013 G37x sedan to a 2014 C Class Sport Sedan 4Matic, and I'm still adjusting to the slightly numb electric steering. This isn't a "criticism" per se, more of an observation. That G37 model, or better yet, an E90-era 3 Series would provide the most steering feel, but the Benz DOES feel very precise and refined, so I guess it's a pretty fair trade :)

[@MrTONYTONYM]

how is it a waste of money? C300's V6 engine consumes at least 15L per 100km and is only nearly as fast as C250 sedan. Sure you can say C300 sounds nicer but with every inch of throttle you push comes with a heavy price of gas. And besides i don't think it would cause you some big troubles if you are driving a C250 and arrive to work just a few seconds later than C300.

[@adrianniemiec8669]

I believe it is capable of less than 7.9 0-60. Properly broken in , I say 7.

[@mlps93]

you only get that on the luxury versions they took it off for the sports version to make it look more sporty and improve aerodynamics

[@AD-sp5cv]

i remember beating the hell out of one of these in my 2014 camry hybrid le LOL he was llivd but i kept pulling no matte what the speedd

[@ArnoldWatson]

Very nice car and far better than the 2002 attempt for sure.

[@matdamond]

looks nice

[@fredsalfa]

Should do 0-60 in 7.2 secs in Australian version anyway

[@realchimera]

You can't compare this car with 2012 bimmer3. That car is so good. It has no competition at least for 2012.

[@59summerset]

I cross shopped a Focus with the C class. The new Titanium trim can go for $30,000 and you're getting more equipment than you would in the Mercedes.

[@59summerset]

The Focus is actually quieter at 70mph. 65db vs 68db for the Merc. You won't notice much of a difference besides losing that v6, but a ST Focus will outrun anything apart from the AMG.

[@FicoBezKocnicaBL]

Well they should have done it on another day. This car is faster than 7.9 sec to 60.

[@MIAthe305]

its a real let down that we dont get exhaust on both sides...how much would it cost after market to get exhaust on both sides?

[@bmwmsport11]

it was asking more like "should i get RWD luxury over FWD entry-level" wasnt comparing driving specs, features etc. i know that they are NOT competiators. if i was comparing i would have replaced Honda civic with BMW 328i

[@MrTONYTONYM]

yeah i guess some people prefers the serenity and the sheer smoothness of the V6 over the turbo4. But if i were to get a V6 C-class, I would be a C350 not a C300 lol

[@Trades46]

It's not a 2.5L on this newer model. 2012 and beyond C250 uses a 1.8L Turbo 4 cylinder. You are right though. My 2011 model with a 2.5 V6 is lethargic. Car's too heavy for the 201hp and 181lb/ft engine to haul.

[@bmwmsport11]

What's a better buy? Honda civic SI or Mercedes Benz C250 coupe? They put the same power, but the only difference is the power train and brand class

[@onoff314]

This engine is more powerful than your 3.8 LOL! STAY REKT

[@JuanDG93]

my turbo sometimes stop working after setting off a light or accelerating a little hard for like 10 min and i have to turn off the car and wait i don't know if this happens to anyone else with this car.... and my c250 sport sedan does the quarter mile in 15 secs at 94 mph!! and 0-60 in around 6.8 secs !!

[@kevinon22s]

"It's a clean car if you want the sporty look close to the C63 coupe with the economy of a 1.8 inline 4 with the AMG wheels and good looks, speed is not what this car is for, if your like me and have tons of speeding tickets for driving a fast car,you would like this car its for you."

[@Insanity_Crow]

This is kind of sad when you consider Motorweeks own test of the 2012 Focus showed faster 0-60 times. Granted I'd rather have the Merc, but this to me says buy the 350 or pass. Either one you buy is going to break a lot though.

[@Jeremandre]

ITS NOT a 3.8!!!! its a 5.3 LS4.303 hp 330lbft of torque

[@pontiacGXPfan]

Unless you like the thrumming and buzzing of a 4-banger in addition to the whooshing of a turbo. Which is why i recommend the C300. People seem to forget that fuel economy depends on how the car is driven and not always the factory ratings.

[@siamiam]

their not testing the cars to sell the cars, they are testing them to give a factual report on the car, you cant always take the best times from a test to base what it will do ,some times you have to take all the numbers from various sources to get an overall average over the past few decades they have had performance times that were slower and faster then other testers you use the sit as an example ,the 90 esprit they tested was quicker then other testers back in the day

[@Raffix394]

Why "especially if it's a German car"? the word coupé is of Frence origin, in German the word is "Stufenheck-Limousine" .

[@sleeksilver]

Are you seriously comparing a Civic to a Mercedes? If you have to ask, you aren't even in the target market.

[@siamiam]

different cars, different weather conditions, different tracks etc etc......

[@IKhanNot]

Lol where did you read that? If 65dB is correct for the Focus then it cruises quieter than a Lexus ES350 which is probably one of the quietest cars for the price. I haven't driven a Focus so I can't really comment on it but still the Focus and Benz will have 2 different types of feel to them which cater to 2 different kind of customers. I've driven a C300 which was amazing but that's the kind of car that caters to what I like in a car.

[@bmwmsport11]

Nice car. Though the price is abit too high. I really wish the generation after this doesn't steer me away from this generation. That way the a used one wouldn't be so bad. Good vid

[@mike88g1]

I saw a 350 take off next to meand i was in my mach 1... They have crazy grip at take off

[@troyka86]

No HID's? 16.1 sec 1/4 mile? Nearly 40 Grand? No wonder it will only make up 10% of their C class sales.

[@YankeemanLT]

I'd have disagree with this Mercedes decision. They've had it on 190, w202, w203. Its something that makes the car stand out. And the star they've put on this one is way too big. In my opinion, every Merc should come with it.

[@mluu510]

fugly headlights. screw benz are wanting to charge more for projectors. hell, screw them for charging ~$450 just for split & fold seats. this is why i'll never buy germany luxury.

[@importcarenthusiast]

I really miss the old hatchback. i want one so badly.... or rather, I dont, cause theyre unreliable, but still..

[@blaboy2012]

BMW can get their 2.0T to produce 240hp with much quicker times. plus it gets 36mpg on the highway

[@pontiacGXPfan]

Even if MB does have prior experience with 4-banger cars in Europe, this isn't Europe. The C250 is a waste of money as are all 4-banger powered sport sedans. The C300 is better except it is now AWD only.

[@autonathan]

I would take a 328i Coupe over this if I wanted a "sporty" car, but if I wanted a luxury coupe, I would get the C350.

[@aayonce4]

are these things reliable ?

[@90Mrknowitall]

😂😂😂😂 hell no

[@redriver15262]

if you dont cheapen out on maintenance theyre fine

[@BrateTebra123]

Are you serious???

[@IKhanNot]

Meh just put the extra money in and get the C350. You won't lost out on too much real world fuel economy and get a ton more power to go with that wonderful solid ride this car gives. I test drove an 08 C350 and it has a great blend of power and comfort.

[@FooFightor1]

7.9 sec 0-60 LOL that's on par with a base model corolla

[@Jeremandre]

ohh i understand..........but i always thought mercedes built bigger and more powerful engines..........and btw its 5.3 v8 LS4..........it never came to mind that Merc would build such a little engine.........thats all

[@massey706]

Yea because the CL didn't have two doors...

[@andrenj1970]

nice but the base engine is useless for the $ compared to the competition

[@1SirCarlton]

well this is America where its predominantly pronounced coupe (coop).

[@DamienRasheed]

This performance is not as great as they are being made out to be. Especially with the performance BMW managed out of their 4 cylinder. I'm a Benz dude, and I still have to give nod to the Bimmer. SMH

[@techdude6693]

I agree. I like Japanese lux cars better. More value and better reliability. I think If I could buy a luxury car right now, It'd probably be the Acura TL SH-AWD w/ manual and tech package haha

[@Howie262]

You're right about performance, but as far as build quality, Mercedes trumps new bmw's.. the new 325i is amazing though, i think it gets close to 40mpg while still 0-60 in the high 5 second range... Id have either, but clearly Benz has gotten a whole lot better with quality and reliability even to rival lexus fags.. I think this coop is pure secks looking, even though i wouldn't go for anything less then an AMG..

[@mcximus]

0-60 in 7.9 sec..I think the baby bimmer will be home already by that time. Merc and base 3 series are price competitively too. Merc is 40 hp behind the baby bimmer too. My money is on the bimmer

[@timtime88]

slower than i expected.

[@KhrissyDaDon]

I like the sedan better.

[@donbosco0101]

Mine in a year.

[@HighFidelityFox]

Did you get it ,,

[@donbosco0101]

Zzyzx Fox yep. Extremely unreliable. I’m glad I leased it. I’ll get a Toyota suv next lol

[@saleemjavaid8870]

Hey bro. How unreliable was it? Imma grad student and I found a cheap 2012 c250 coupe with very low miles one owner. Has accident though but no airbags deployed.

[@HighFidelityFox]

Saleem Javaid k currently have a 2013 c260 and have only had one issue. The fuel injector valve malfunctioned and was causing the car to stall when going from highway speeds to slower speeds. Set me back USD 250 but have had zero problems since then

[@donbosco0101]

Saleem Javaid I was having oil pump problems right after the first year, Mercedes took care of it. And then it was the transmission jerking when going from a higher speed to a stop. They put a rebuilt which did the same thing. I might a got a lemon, but considering how much I would have to pay if I owned it, I decided to not get any german technology unless I lease it.

[@1979irock]

Nice passenger seat controls Fail

[@1970borntorun]

Yes Moron, because THAT'S a good reason not to buy this car lol

[@BMan100]

hmm this or my challenger srt8.. mmmm yeah challenger.

[@realchimera]

7.9s...This 2.5L engine is as weak as Lexus IS250

[@Vaguepaperchasing]

realchimera 1.8 litre engine mate..

[@MAV_DJ]

my c250 goes from 0-60 in 5 seconds....

[@kimoceanfamily123]

Is your C250 (1.8L turbo 4 cylinder) stock or tuned? Even with Stage 1 burger motorsports tuning and hardware installs, it's impossible to crack 6 seconds with the C250.

[@shakeandbake808]

Vilar04 I really doubt that…fastest I've gotten mine to go is around 6.5 to 60 with a 2500 rpm launch.

[@MAV_DJ]

***** oh i don't care about the 250 i have a cla 45 amg now which is way better

[@baltasaar]

Vilar04 My C250 Coupe in 0-100 takes 5.9 in sport and in comfort 6.6

[@ColinCindricvideos]

Ive done 0-60 in about 5.7-5.9, and mine is the coupe w/sport plus. If you launch this car right, then itll reward you.

[@Kaiser187]

LMFAO @ 7.9 seconds 0-60

[@1979irock]

You guys are nerds with your french vs. drama mercedes are over priced by $18k

[@Touchgrassdork]

$500 more u can get a g37 coupe,,,sorry this aint cutting it for me.

[@Little199]

Great review, but the car is off of my list now. too weak

[@Sanpedranoazul]

The Civic coupe´s behind looks exactly the same :O

[@MrHeadshot1982]

I take the new lexus GS

[@1970borntorun]

Have a ball in your Sleep-Inducing Lexus lol

[@blacuraRL]

3rd, but who the hell cares?

[@vvysoc]

my tl would destroy this car wow

[@1970borntorun]

Yeah, well, you're in a plasticky, FWD Chassis Japanese sedan that is pretending to be a BMW or Benz, so there's that .... LOL

[@Jeremandre]

WOW!!! My 08 impala ss could beat this thing

[@Von715]

Its luxury sedan not a race car u punk

[@sab0nes]

It looks like a Honda Accord from the side.

[@zendaro]

First!!!

[@hong99sm]

slow!

[@YankeemanLT]

no "external" mercedes star on the hood? Come on mercedes, don't cheap out on your image. Seeing the star from inside is what makes you feel just a little nicer about driving a merc. Not approved.

[@57RollsRoycePhantom]

YankeemanLT exactly! This one would look great w/ the standing star! How unique is that? Only coupe that still does the ornament is RR.

[@90Mrknowitall]

Mercedes don't age well at all nice cars just looks dated fast

[@Diego_Barrr]

meh not this one though. It looks great in 2019

[@57RollsRoycePhantom]

2020 and 204 line stills looks very modern. One of the best they’ve ever designed. Timeless.

[@CynicalBastard511]

The C250 is SLOWER than the diesel E250 Bluetec.