The 2012 Mercedes Benz E350 stands as a testament to luxury and engineering, offering a range of features designed to enhance comfort, convenience, and driving pleasure. This model comes standard with 17-inch wheels, automatic headlights, and LED running lights, projecting a sophisticated and modern appearance. A sunroof and automatic wipers add to the convenience, while cruise control and dual-zone automatic climate control ensure a comfortable environment for both driver and passengers.
Inside, the E350 boasts 10-way power front seats with four-way lumbar adjustment and memory functions, all enveloped in MB Tex premium vinyl upholstery. The power tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel and interior accent lighting further refine the cabin experience. Auto-dimming inside and driver-side mirrors, the COMAND electronics interface, Bluetooth connectivity, and an eight-speaker sound system with a six-CD/DVD changer and auxiliary audio jack complete the standard technology and convenience features.
For those seeking a tailored experience, the E350 sedan is available in Luxury and Sport sub-trims. These trims differentiate themselves through suspension tuning, styling nuances, interior trim variations, and distinct wheel designs, allowing drivers to choose a model that aligns with their personal preferences.
Beyond the sedan, the 2012 E350 model line extends to other body styles, each with unique features. The E350 wagon is equipped with standard all-wheel drive, a power liftgate, a rearview camera, and a practical rear-facing third-row seat, enhancing its versatility for families and cargo needs. The E350 coupe offers a sportier feel with sport seats, leather upholstery, a 60/40 split-folding backseat, and console-mounted transmission lever with paddle shifters for a more engaging driving experience. The E350 Cabriolet provides open-air enjoyment with a power-operated roof, a rear center pass-through for added convenience, and the innovative AirCap pop-up air deflector to minimize cabin turbulence when the top is down.
Stepping up in performance and luxury, the E550 models build upon the E350 foundation. Every E550 incorporates larger brakes and 18-inch wheels, along with leather upholstery which remains an option on the E350. The E550 4Matic sedan comes standard with all-wheel drive and adopts the Sport sub-trim elements, blending performance with all-weather capability. The E550 coupe further emphasizes sportiness with a sport-tuned suspension and a distinctive sport body kit.
To further customize the 2012 E350 and related models, Mercedes-Benz offered a range of optional packages. The Premium 1 package enhances the vehicle with a navigation system, a rearview camera, heated seats (with ventilation added on the E550), a power rear window shade (sedan and coupe), satellite radio, a premium sound system, and an iPod interface. For Cabriolet models, this package also includes the AirScarf neck-heating system for added comfort during top-down driving in cooler weather. The Premium 2 package encompasses all features of Premium 1 and adds adaptive bi-xenon headlights with washers and automatic high beams, a power trunk lid, and keyless ignition/entry for ultimate convenience. For enhanced safety, the Lane Tracking package includes a blind-spot warning system and a lane departure warning/keeping system. The Driver Assistance package further elevates safety with adaptive cruise control and more advanced versions of the Lane Tracking features.
Individual stand-alone options for the sedan and wagon versions of the 2012 Mercedes Benz E350 included front and rear parking sensors, split-folding rear seats, heated and ventilated front seats (for the E350), a panoramic sunroof, enhanced front seats with adjustable bolsters, a heated steering wheel, an infrared night vision warning system, and a rear seat entertainment system. The coupe and Cabriolet models could also be equipped with heated front seats and parking sensors as stand-alone options.
At the pinnacle of the E-Class range for 2012 was the Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG. This high-performance variant included most of the E550’s equipment but significantly upgraded performance with a larger V8 engine and various AMG-engineered and tuned components. These enhancements spanned the transmission, suspension, steering, brakes, and exhaust system, delivering a truly dynamic driving experience. Additional features on the E63 AMG included headlight washers, a sport steering wheel, sport seats with adjustable bolsters, unique styling elements both inside and out, and the premium sound system with satellite radio and iPod interface. The E63 AMG sedan also included a standard power rear sunshade and split-folding rear seat, while the wagon featured a standard panoramic roof. Options for the E63 AMG mirrored those of other models, including Premium 1 and 2 packages, Lane Tracking and Driver Assistance packages, and stand-alone options, along with performance-oriented choices like a limited-slip differential, 19-inch forged alloy wheels, and carbon fiber trim. Finally, the AMG Performance package pushed the boundaries further with additional power, more aggressive suspension tuning (sedan only), a sportier steering wheel, a higher top speed, red brake calipers, and a carbon-fiber engine cover.
In conclusion, the 2012 Mercedes Benz E350 and the broader E-Class range offered a comprehensive suite of features, options, and performance levels to satisfy a wide spectrum of drivers. From the well-equipped E350 sedan to the high-performance E63 AMG, the 2012 E-Class delivered luxury, technology, and driving dynamics synonymous with the Mercedes-Benz brand.
