Used 2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C250 Luxury Sedan Review & Ratings

The new 2012 series of Mercedes Benz C-Class C250 Luxury Sedan has graced the market offering style, sensibility and practicality. This new four-door, five-passenger vehicle not only boasts new technological innovations, but also features some the best in engineering and design. Chiseled lines on the exterior meet luxury in the cabin to complement the refined handling.

Under the hood, the new C-Class C250 has a 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine, paired up with a seven-speed automatic transmission that delivers 229 horsepower and 201 pound-feet of torque. Zero to 60 mph is accomplished in 7.4 seconds. Unlike many other luxury vehicles, the C-Class C250 returns impressive fuel economy at 21 mpg in the city and 31 mpg on the highway. A key feature that supports the fuel economy is the turbo charger that speeds up combustion without the heavy usage of oil.

. Also listed in the top features on the 2012 series are the power front seats, rain sensing wipers, power windows and remote entries. It also has a good GPS navigation system, featuring a clear seven-inch high-definition screen, as well as Bluetooth capability for easier navigational access and help.

One of the key qualities in this new model is the enhanced safety features that every driver wants in a vehicle. The Mercedes Benz C-Class C250 Luxury Sedan has dual front impact airbags and the option to add on rear side airbags. It also features anti whiplash front head restraints that will assist the front seat driver and passenger in the event of an accident. The C250 was rated "Good" in frontal-offset, side-impact and roof-strength crash tests, and it was found to be able to stop from 60 mph in a short 108 feet.

The new 2012 sedan series will also provide a predictable driving experience, due to smoothness of speed transition as well as tuned stability control, which delivers a composed and confident feel on the roads. Add the fact that it boasts a four-wheel independent suspension and you just know holes and bumps will be absorbed like a sponge. As part of the entry level luxury sedans of Mercedes Benz, the C-Class C250 Luxury Sedan is also valued for its affordable price, starting at around $34,000. With over 2,000 new parts that have been added to the model, it is expected to be one of the best models for 2012. This new model really offers all the options and features you could want in a luxury sedan.