The 2012 Mercedes-Benz E-Class, particularly the E 350 model, offers a variety of configurations and a rich set of standard and optional features. This breakdown focuses on the specifics of the 2012 Mercedes-Benz E 350, highlighting its different body styles and available packages.
The E 350 sedan comes standard with 17-inch wheels, automatic headlights, and LED daytime running lights. It also includes practical features like automatic wipers and cruise control, alongside luxury touches such as a sunroof and dual-zone automatic climate control. Inside, drivers and passengers benefit from 10-way power front seats with lumbar support and memory, premium MB-Tex vinyl upholstery, and a power-adjustable steering wheel. Technology is well-represented with the COMAND interface, Bluetooth connectivity, and an eight-speaker sound system with a CD/DVD changer and auxiliary input. For the E 350 sedan, Mercedes-Benz offered Luxury and Sport trims, differentiating themselves with suspension tuning, styling cues, interior accents, and unique wheel designs.
Beyond the sedan, the 2012 E-Class range included other body styles. The E 350 wagon uniquely features standard all-wheel drive, a power liftgate for convenience, a rearview camera for easier parking, and a rear-facing third-row seat, increasing passenger capacity. The E 350 coupe emphasizes a sporty feel with sport seats, leather upholstery, and a 60/40 split-folding rear seat for cargo flexibility. It also includes a console-mounted transmission lever with paddle shifters for a more engaging driving experience. The E 350 Cabriolet adds open-top driving to the mix with a power-operated roof and includes a rear center pass-through for longer items. The AirCap system, a pop-up air deflector, is also standard on the Cabriolet, enhancing top-down comfort.
Stepping up to the E 550 trim brought further enhancements. Every E 550 model builds on the E 350’s features with larger brakes and 18-inch wheels. Leather upholstery, optional on the E 350, became standard on the E 550. The E 550 4Matic sedan includes standard all-wheel drive and the Sport trim elements, while the E 550 coupe receives a sport-tuned suspension and a sport body kit, emphasizing performance and aesthetics.
For those seeking even more, the Mercedes-Benz E 63 AMG represented the high-performance variant. It incorporated most of the E 550’s equipment and added a more powerful V8 engine, along with AMG-engineered and tuned components throughout the vehicle – transmission, suspension, steering, brakes, and exhaust. Distinctive styling elements inside and out, sport seats, and a sport steering wheel further differentiated the AMG model.
Optional packages allowed buyers to customize their 2012 Mercedes-Benz E 350. The Premium 1 package added desirable features like a navigation system, rearview camera, heated seats (ventilated in E 550), and a power rear window shade in sedan and coupe models. Satellite radio, a premium sound system, and an iPod interface were also included. For the Cabriolet, this package also included the AirScarf neck-heating system. The Premium 2 package expanded on Premium 1 with adaptive bi-xenon headlights with washers and automatic high beams, a power trunk lid, and keyless ignition/entry. Safety-focused packages like the Lane Tracking package offered blind-spot monitoring and lane departure warning systems, while the Driver Assistance package added adaptive cruise control and more advanced lane-keeping assistance.
Standalone options provided further personalization. For the sedan and wagon E 350, these included front and rear parking sensors, split-folding rear seats, heated and ventilated front seats, a panoramic sunroof, enhanced front seats with adjustable bolsters, a heated steering wheel, an infrared night vision system, and a rear-seat entertainment system. The coupe and Cabriolet E 350 models could also be equipped with heated front seats and parking sensors as standalone options. For the top-tier E 63 AMG, further performance options included a limited-slip differential, 19-inch forged alloy wheels, and carbon fiber trim, with an AMG Performance package boosting power and further sharpening handling.
In summary, the 2012 Mercedes-Benz E-Class, and especially the 2012 Mercedes-Benz E 350, provided a wide array of choices in body styles, features, and performance levels, allowing buyers to tailor their vehicle to their specific needs and preferences within the luxury segment.
