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2012 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 63

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Rating8.4

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Compact Sedan
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$58,930 - $105,000
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Powerful acceleration from the V8

Very small trunk

New automated manual transmission

Lively ride and handling

Rear seats lack space

Striking design language

Elegant interiors with a luxurious feel

Specs & Features

$58,930

price

451 hp @ 6800 rpm

horsepower

443 lb.-ft. @ 5000 rpm

torque

7-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

6.2L 8cyl RWD 7A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

Competing in the compact sedan segment, the 2012 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 63 Sedan is a direct competitor to the BMW M3, the Jaguar XF-R, and the Cadillac CTS-V. With standalone trim, the 2012 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 63 Sedan carries an MSRP of $58,930. It offers a 6.2L V8 engine and a 7-speed automated manual transmission, producing 451 horsepower and 443 lb-ft of torque. Through this powertrain, the Mercedes-Benz AMG C 63 Sedan manages a 0-60 of 4.2 seconds and a combined fuel economy of 15 MPG.

Buying Advice

The AMG C 63 Sedan is the high-powered version of the C-Class that comes in only one well-appointed trim level with the best of what Mercedes has to offer. Therefore, we do not recommend getting any extras.

Trims

    Base
    $58,930 onwards
    • 17-Inch alloy wheels
    • 8-way power front seats
    • Auto dimming interior mirrors
    • Automatic headlights
    • Cruise control
    • Dual-Zone automatic climate control
    • Sunroof
    Black Series
    $105,000 onwards
    • Engine: 6.2L 8cyl RWD 7A
    • Horsepower: 510 hp @ 6800 rpm hp
    • Torque: 457 lb.-ft. @ 5200 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 4.4 sec
    • Top Speed: 117 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 15 mpg

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$58,930- $105,000

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Rating

8.4

Horsepower

510 hp @ 6800 rpm

Torque

457 lb.-ft. @ 5200 rpm

Capacity

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2012 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 63 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    		SourceCompare
    		4.4 sec--
    		4.7 sec13.5 sec160 mph
    2012 Audi S4

    Ranked #3

    		4.9 sec13.5 sec155 mph
    		6.8 sec--
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    2012 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 63 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      		SourceCompare
      		13 mpg19 mpg15 mpg17.4 gal.226.2/330.6 mi.
      		20 mpg30 mpg23 mpg17.8 gal.356/534 mi.
      2012 Audi S4

      Ranked #2

      		18 mpg27 mpg21 mpg16.9 gal.304.2/456.3 mi.
      		16 mpg23 mpg18 mpg16.9 gal.270.4/388.7 mi.

      2012 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 63 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        		SourceCompare
        		186 in.70.7 in.56.3 in.4 in.108.9 in.
        2012 Audi S4

        Ranked #2

        		185.7 in.71.9 in.55.4 in.5 in.110.7 in.
        		183.5 in.71.5 in.55.7 in.4.7 in.107.5 in.
        		182.2 in.73.4 in.58.4 in.5 in.109.3 in.

        2012 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 63 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          		SourceCompare
          		12.4 cu.ft.88 cu.ft.12.4 cu.ft.
          2012 Audi S4

          Ranked #1

          		12.4 cu.ft.90 cu.ft.34 cu.ft.
          		13.3 cu.ft.85.7 cu.ft.13.3 cu.ft.
          		12 cu.ft.92 cu.ft.-

          2012 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 63 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            		SourceCompare
            		12.4 cu.ft.12.4 cu.ft.12.4 cu.ft.
            		-12 cu.ft.-
            		13.3 cu.ft.13.3 cu.ft.13.3 cu.ft.
            2012 Audi S4

            Ranked #4

            		62.9 cu.ft.12.4 cu.ft.34 cu.ft.

            2012 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 63 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              		SourceCompare
              		-1003 lbs.3649 lbs.
              		3307 lbs.890 lbs.3548 lbs.
              2012 Audi S4

              Ranked #2

              		--3847 lbs.
              		--3780 lbs.

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