$910 higher median
2012 Acura TL
$9,900Median asking price · 143 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$7,798–$11,995
Find listings on VehiSales ↗Actual Tech listing photo; individual equipment may differ.
↑↓
move
↵
open
esc
close
2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class prices in the U.S.
$8,925
Median pre-owned asking price
241 pre-owned listings · Updated September 16, 2026
Price your exact car
National price overview
Typical asking price range
$7,115 – $10,995 All 241 listings · Middle 50% of asking pricesMedian asking price
$8,925Trim, mileage and condition change what a comparable vehicle costs.
As of September 16, 2026, the median asking price for a used 2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class in the U.S. is $8,925, based on 241 active dealer listings tracked by VinAssessment.
Behind the price
Price range & market sample
The median pre-owned asking price for a 2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class in the U.S. is $8,925 based on 241 active listings.
241 active dealer listings
Snapshot September 16, 2026 · refreshed daily
30-day asking price change: +$1,479.
Typical: $7,115–$10,995 — the middle half of 241 asking prices
Median $8,925
$4,499 low
$31K high
Why the wide range? Price depends mostly on configuration and mileage — see below. This spread covers the middle 96% of asking prices: we exclude the cheapest and priciest 2% to reduce the influence of extreme values. This does not verify title status or guarantee that every erroneous listing is excluded.
$8,925
Pre-owned median (241)
107,052
Average mileage
What moves the price
Trim
The C250 typically asks $8,388, while the C63 AMG asks $24,689 — same year, same market.
Observed spread: up to $16,301Mileage
Asking prices run about $11,699 at 45K–60K miles and fall to $7,950 over 105K miles — roughly $600 for every 10,000 miles. These are different vehicles; trim, condition and equipment also vary.
Observed spread: up to $3,749About these price differences
The $7,115–$10,995 typical range isn't randomness — two factors explain most of it:
Biggest factor in these observed spreads: Trim. These groups contain different vehicles.
Find your mileage and trim in the configurator below.
Configure the exact car
Choose a state and trim once to update the connected price tables and charts for a 2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class. Mileage adjusts the estimate only.
Trim
Total miles the car has already driven, as shown on its odometer.
mi
Estimated asking price · All trims
$8,925
$7,115
–
$10,995
241 listings · Nationwide
ⓘ This is a modelled estimate based on current listings and market data. Actual prices may vary.
Estimate assumptions
at typical mileage, nationwide
Modelled from 241 real asking prices, adjusted for mileage and location. An illustrative estimate from mixed listing groups, not matched vehicles. Not a formal appraisal.
Live 2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class listings, priced by VIN
Compared with all listings
All-listings median $8,925
2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
C250
$3,800
VIN WDDGF4HB2CR201267
−$5,125 · vs all-listings median
2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
C300
$3,989
VIN WDDGF8BB4CR196475
−$4,936 · vs all-listings median
2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
C300
$4,495
VIN WDDGF8BB9CR207891
−$4,430 · vs all-listings median
View 9 more priced VINs
- C250 VIN WDDGF4HB8CR208434 $5,195 −$3,730 vs median
- C350 VIN WDDGJ8JBXCF905587 $5,998 −$2,927 vs median
- C250 VIN WDDGF4HB6CR195974 $5,999 −$2,926 vs median
- C250 VIN WDDGF4HB6CA627705 $5,999 −$2,926 vs median
- C300 VIN WDDGF8BB2CA696763 $6,388 −$2,537 vs median
- C250 VIN WDDGF4HB1CA620774 $6,595 −$2,330 vs median
- C250 VIN WDDGJ4HBXCF806279 $8,392 −$533 vs median
- C250 VIN WDDGF4HB1CR220568 $8,900 at typical vs median
- C300 VIN WDDGF8BBXCR229933 $8,900 at typical vs median
Price differences are not deal ratings. Compare equipment, mileage and vehicle history before judging a price.
Every VIN links to a full market report: decode, active listings and the local price band.
A little comparison goes a long way
About this comparison ↓What else could you drive?
Compare 2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class with other models from the same year. Choose the trims that matter to you.
As of September 16, 2026, among same-year alternatives to the 2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class in this catalog, the 2012 Volvo S60 has the lowest median asking price ($6,595, 80 listings with photos) and the 2012 Lexus IS the highest ($12,498, 91 listings).
Comparison catalog · Snapshot September 16, 2026, 05:00 UTC · Only listings with photos. This sample is separate from the price overview above and its figures differ.
Your comparison starting point
2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
All trims · United States
The price overview above is this page’s reference figure. The comparison below uses its own catalog sample: 202 listings with photos, catalog median $8,990 (the baseline for the “lower/higher” badges).
Middle 50%: $6,999–$10,995
Photo: C250 · 113,979 mi · view VIN
Explore the alternatives
$1,210 higher median
2012 Acura TSX
$10,200Median asking price · 90 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$8,588–$12,097
Find listings on VehiSales ↗Actual Tech listing photo; individual equipment may differ.
$1,000 lower median
2012 Audi A4
$7,990Median asking price · 85 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$6,900–$9,811
Find listings on VehiSales ↗Actual Quattro Premium listing photo; individual equipment may differ.
$2,395 lower median
2012 Volvo S60
$6,595Median asking price · 80 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$5,500–$7,999
Find listings on VehiSales ↗Actual T6 listing photo; individual equipment may differ.
$3,508 higher median
2012 Lexus IS
$12,498Median asking price · 91 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$9,995–$14,800
Find listings on VehiSales ↗Actual 250C listing photo; individual equipment may differ.
No alternatives have a lower median in this selection. Broaden your filters or turn off “Lower median price only”.
Compare prices side by side
| Model / trim | Median | Middle 50% | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class All trims | see price overview above | $6,999–$10,995 | 202 |
| 2012 Acura TL All trims | $9,900 | $7,798–$11,995 | 143 |
| 2012 Acura TSX All trims | $10,200 | $8,588–$12,097 | 90 |
| 2012 Audi A4 All trims | $7,990 | $6,900–$9,811 | 85 |
| 2012 Volvo S60 All trims | $6,595 | $5,500–$7,999 | 80 |
| 2012 Lexus IS All trims | $12,498 | $9,995–$14,800 | 91 |
What these prices mean
Only catalog listings with photos are included. Trim names do not verify equivalent equipment. Prices are asking prices, not completed sales. Alternatives share the body style and class of the source model; the nearest model years are used when the same year has too few listings. Price differences are not a valuation adjustment or guaranteed savings.
Snapshot: September 16, 2026, 05:00 UTC. 0 source listings excluded by statistical price screening; this does not verify that every deposit or payment ad has been removed.
VehiSales opens in a new tab with the model, year and known mileage range. Confirm trim, fuel, drivetrain, condition and location on VehiSales; its live inventory may differ.
2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class: a fair price for your mileage
Mileage means the miles recorded on the odometer. Compare asking prices in your mileage band, then select a trim — the equipment version — to narrow the comparison where data is available.
Across the national mileage bands, the overall difference is roughly $600 per 10,000 miles. These are different vehicles, not depreciation of the same car.
Region · trim United States · All trims
Active listings 241
Median asking price $8,925
Mileage means the total miles on the odometer. Each point shows the median asking price for a mileage band; shaded areas show the middle 50% of prices.
Swipe the chart horizontally to see every mileage band.
Compare all trims at the same mileage
Compare like-for-like mileage
United States · all states · September 16, 2026
Read across a row to compare trims at a similar odometer reading. Each price is the median asking price for that group, not a valuation of your exact car.
Scroll sideways to compare all trims. Mileage stays visible on the left.
| Mileage (odometer) | All listings | C250 | C300 4-Matic | C63 AMG | C350 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Under 15K miles | — | $9,999 | — | — | — |
| 45K–60K miles | $11,699 | — | — | — | — |
| 60K–75K miles | $10,802 | $11,056 | $10,610 | — | — |
| 75K–90K miles | $9,998 | $8,365 | $9,995 | $32,268 | — |
| 90K–105K miles | $9,184 | $9,123 | $8,256 | — | $8,914 |
| Over 105K miles | $7,950 | $7,499 | $7,900 | $23,880 | $5,995 |
“—” means insufficient data: at least 3 listings per trim and mileage band, or 5 for all trims combined. Equipment, condition and location can still differ within a row.
Counts cover the selected region and trim, including listings without usable mileage. Thin mileage bands and rare or unknown trims may be omitted from the chart.
View the full national mileage price table
Fair price by mileage — all versions combined
| Mileage ⓘ | Based on ⓘ | Fair price ⓘ | Typical range ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| 45K–60K miles | 5 listings | $11,699 | $8,600–$12K |
| 60K–75K miles | 16 listings | $10,802 | $9,598–$11K |
| 75K–90K miles | 38 listings | $9,998 | $8,641–$13K |
| 90K–105K miles | 36 listings | $9,184 | $8,089–$11K |
| Over 105K miles | 135 listings | $7,950 | $6,422–$9,960 |
United States — all states. These bands combine different trims, conditions and listing histories. They do not hold trim or condition constant.
2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class: price by trim
United States · all states · September 16, 2026. Counts and prices below are national totals for each trim. The shared market filters update this table for your selected state and highlight your trim.
| Trim | Based on ⓘ | Median price ⓘ | Typical range ⓘ | Where it sits ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C250 | 106 listings | $8,388 | $6,980–$10K | |
| C300 4-Matic | 92 listings | $8,763 | $7,187–$10K | |
| C63 AMG | 25 listings | $24,689 | $22K–$31K | |
| C350 | 9 listings | $8,900 | $5,999–$10K |
Based on a small number of listings per trim — medians are indicative, not definitive.
Understand the differences
2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class: VIN configurations and specifications
Multiple VIN patterns can share the same trim. Compare their recorded equipment, then open a specification page for the full details.
-
350 4MATIC VIN pattern: WDDGF8JB · year code C37 VINs in our database Observed VINs, not production totals
-
C350 3.5L 6-cyl VIN pattern: WDDGF5HB · year code C394 VINs in our database Observed VINs, not production totals
-
C250 1.8L 4-cyl VIN pattern: WDDGF4HB · year code C$8,000 Median asking price · U.S. 75 priced listings · September 13, 2026
-
C350 4-Matic 3.5L 6-cyl · AWD VIN pattern: WDDGJ8JB · year code C$10,999 Median asking price · U.S. 5 priced listings · September 13, 2026
Show 6 more configurations
-
250 4MATIC VIN pattern: WDDGF8FB · year code C69 VINs in our database Observed VINs, not production totals
-
C63 AMG 6.2L 8-cyl VIN pattern: WDDGF7HB · year code C$22,888 Median asking price · U.S. 7 priced listings · September 13, 2026
-
C300 4-Matic 3L 6-cyl · AWD VIN pattern: WDDGF8BB · year code C$8,700 Median asking price · U.S. 92 priced listings · September 13, 2026
-
C63 AMG 6.2L 8-cyl · RWD VIN pattern: WDDGJ7HB · year code C$30,435 Median asking price · U.S. 16 priced listings · September 13, 2026
-
C250 1.8L 4-cyl VIN pattern: WDDGJ4HB · year code C$8,585 Median asking price · U.S. 23 priced listings · September 13, 2026
-
C350 3.5L 6-cyl VIN pattern: WDDGJ5HB · year code C$8,900 Median asking price · U.S. 7 priced listings · September 13, 2026
Where these specifications come from
Specifications combine decoded VIN data, including NHTSA vPIC , with inventory records. If decoding does not identify a trim, a recorded inventory trim may be shown. VIN patterns do not confirm every installed option.
Counts describe observed VINs in our database, not factory production totals. Prices are median asking prices from qualifying U.S. listings, not original MSRP. Check the vehicle’s build sheet for exact equipment.
FACTORY REFERENCE
2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class factory brochure
Model-year reference for features and equipment. Actual VIN equipment may differ.
No verified factory brochure is currently listed for this exact model year.
Need equipment for a specific vehicle? Look up its factory window sticker →
Price history
Change state or trim for this report →
View national price history · all trims
Median asking price by month — U.S., all trims · shaded band is the typical range (25th–75th percentile)
The median listing price for a 2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is $8,763 (September 2026), unchanged from September 2025.
Monthly price table
| Month | Median price | Typical range | Vehicles listed |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 2026 | $8,763 | $6,999–$11K | 181 |
| August 2026 | $8,997 | $6,999–$11K | 256 |
| July 2026 | $8,373 | $6,995–$9,995 | 283 |
| June 2026 | $8,393 | $6,994–$9,998 | 256 |
| May 2026 | $8,540 | $6,999–$11K | 246 |
| April 2026 | $8,599 | $7,000–$10K | 207 |
| March 2026 | $8,900 | $7,482–$10K | 279 |
| February 2026 | $8,500 | $6,997–$9,993 | 239 |
| January 2026 | $8,400 | $6,995–$9,999 | 280 |
| December 2025 | $7,992 | $6,900–$9,993 | 203 |
| November 2025 | $8,500 | $6,995–$9,950 | 175 |
| October 2025 | $8,995 | $7,278–$10K | 146 |
| September 2025 | $8,800 | $6,995–$11K | 53 |
2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class prices by state
See how asking prices vary across states. Looking for a 2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class for sale near you? Open your state's price guide to compare its market, then follow the local listings link to browse available vehicles.
United States · all trims · snapshot September 16, 2026. Explore state markets below. Prices and counts cover all trims in each state; the full comparison table remains available below the map.
Explore 32 more state markets
Alabama
Typical asking price
$9,400
- Active listings
- 4
- Listed this year
- 14
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Arizona
Typical asking price
$9,438
- Active listings
- 4
- Listed this year
- 34
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Indiana
Typical asking price
$9,494
- Active listings
- 4
- Listed this year
- 20
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Louisiana
Typical asking price
$6,995
- Active listings
- 4
- Listed this year
- 13
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Nevada
Typical asking price
$10,995
- Active listings
- 4
- Listed this year
- 15
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Colorado
Typical asking price
$7,972
- Active listings
- 3
- Listed this year
- 24
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Massachusetts
Typical asking price
$8,992
- Active listings
- 3
- Listed this year
- 32
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Michigan
Typical asking price
$7,748
- Active listings
- 3
- Listed this year
- 14
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Missouri
Typical asking price
$8,449
- Active listings
- 3
- Listed this year
- 24
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
New Hampshire
Typical asking price
$9,495
- Active listings
- 3
- Listed this year
- 6
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Oregon
Typical asking price
$8,109
- Active listings
- 3
- Listed this year
- 16
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
South Carolina
Typical asking price
$7,500
- Active listings
- 3
- Listed this year
- 20
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Kansas
Typical asking price
$8,999
- Active listings
- 2
- Listed this year
- 9
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Kentucky
Typical asking price
$9,500
- Active listings
- 2
- Listed this year
- 5
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Mississippi
Typical asking price
$8,698
- Active listings
- 2
- Listed this year
- 6
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Nebraska
Typical asking price
$9,975
- Active listings
- 2
- Listed this year
- 8
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Connecticut
Typical asking price
$7,997
- Active listings
- 1
- Listed this year
- 11
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Hawaii
Typical asking price
$11,697
- Active listings
- 1
- Listed this year
- 5
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Idaho
Typical asking price
$7,297
- Active listings
- 1
- Listed this year
- 5
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Minnesota
Typical asking price
$10,209
- Active listings
- 1
- Listed this year
- 10
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Oklahoma
Typical asking price
$8,247
- Active listings
- 1
- Listed this year
- 12
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Utah
Typical asking price
$10,546
- Active listings
- 1
- Listed this year
- 12
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Maryland
Typical asking price
$8,995
- Active listings
- 0
- Listed this year
- 10
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
West Virginia
Typical asking price
$8,319
- Active listings
- 0
- Listed this year
- 6
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
View the U.S. inventory map
What does this map show?
The numbers are active listings, not prices. Badges mark the 8 busiest mapped states to keep the map readable; other states can also have listings.
Hover over a state or focus it with your keyboard for details. Click a linked state or its number to open that state's price page.
State details will appear here. On a phone, tap a linked state to open its prices; use the full table for easier browsing.
Scroll the map sideways on smaller screens. Numbers stay large enough to read.
Most active listings
Other states with active listings
No active listings or insufficient data
Alaska and Hawaii are not drawn on this map. Where qualifying data is available, they appear in the full state table. Grey does not necessarily mean no cars are for sale.
View all states and prices
Listed this year counts every 2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class first listed in 2026 (sold and active), with currently active cars as a floor. Typical price is the median of each car's latest asking price — or the average of active listings where this-year data is thin.
EXPLORE THE YEARS
Other Mercedes-Benz C-Class years
Same model, a different chapter. Start with a nearby year, or open the complete timeline.
An earlier model year
2011
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Typical asking price
$8,047
Explore this year →
You are here
2012
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Typical asking price
$8,925
Your current report
A newer model year
2013
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Typical asking price
$8,995
Explore this year →
See how model-year prices compare
U.S. market · All trimsDifferent model years, shown on the same dollar scale. Median asking price where available; otherwise average. These are different vehicles, not a forecast of your car’s value.
- 2027 $56,735 Median
- 2026 $55,670 Median
- 2025 $39,985 Median
- 2024 $37,527 Median
- 2023 $35,082 Median
- 2022 $30,784 Median
- 2021 $25,590 Median
- 2020 $24,810 Median
- 2019 $20,656 Median
- 2018 $18,975 Median
- 2017 $17,045 Median
- 2016 $14,082 Median
- 2015 $12,646 Median
- 2014 $9,495 Median
- 2013 $8,995 Median
-
You are here 2012 $8,925 Median
Showing the newest 16 priced model years plus your current year when older. Open the complete timeline below for older years.
Explore all 26 other model years
Pick a year to open its price report. Prices compare different vehicles and equipment, not the changing value of one car.
Nearby model years
More model years
MEET THE REST OF THE LINEUP
More 2012 Mercedes-Benz prices
Something else catch your eye? Explore other 2012 Mercedes-Benz models before you decide.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Explore this model →
Mercedes-Benz ML-Class
Explore this model →
Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class
Explore this model →
Mercedes-Benz GL-Class
Explore this model →
Mercedes-Benz S-Class
Explore this model →
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
Explore this model →Prices shown for other models are average asking prices in the national snapshot. Photos are representative; trim and equipment vary.
What would a 2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class cost per month?
Estimate the monthly payment on a $8,388 vehicle. Move the numbers to match your own loan.
10% down
7.0% is an illustrative starting rate — use your own lender quote.
Loan term
Estimated monthly payment
$149
per month
60 months · 7.0% APR · $839 down
Amount financed
$7,549
Total interest
$1,391
Estimate only. Excludes tax, title, registration and dealer fees, and assumes a fixed-rate loan with equal monthly payments. Your actual rate depends on your credit and lender.
Before you buy
A few important steps can help you buy with confidence.
- Check title and accident history
- Arrange an independent inspection
- Review factory equipment
- Check recalls by VIN
Frequently asked questions
Why do 2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class prices range from $4,499 to $31,235?
The spread comes down to configuration and mileage: higher-mileage, base-configuration examples sit near the low end, while low-mileage and premium configurations reach the top. Half of all listings fall between $7,115 and $10,995 — see the mileage and trim breakdowns above for where a specific vehicle lands.
How much should mileage change the price of a 2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class?
Across the lowest- and highest-mileage groups, asking prices differ by roughly $600 per 10,000 miles. These groups contain different vehicles: this is not a same-trim adjustment or a forecast for one car. Compare the mileage and trim tables, then check condition, equipment and vehicle history.
How many 2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class are for sale right now?
241 in total, nearly all pre-owned. Counts refresh daily from live dealer inventory.
Is this the trade-in value or private-party value of my 2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class?
These figures describe dealer asking prices, not trade-in offers, private-party sale values or completed sale prices. Use them to compare advertised vehicles. To find out what a buyer or dealer would pay for your car, request an offer that takes its mileage, condition, equipment and history into account.
How we calculate these prices
We track 241 active listings for this vehicle across dealer sites nationwide, updated every day. Average and median are computed from real asking prices on live listings. We exclude the top and bottom 2% of prices to reduce the influence of extreme values. This does not verify title status or guarantee that every erroneous listing is excluded. Prices reflect dealer asking prices — not final sale prices — and exclude taxes, fees, and incentives. Trim and mileage move the price more than any other factor; see the breakdowns above.
Want the original factory equipment and MSRP behind a specific car? See the factory window sticker for this C-Class →
Own a 2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class? See what it's worth →
KEEP EXPLORING
More car research
Explore other vehicles, local markets and vehicle-history tools.
