Verified Performance Tests Updated Apr 2026 · 8 recorded runs

Mercedes-Benz C350 0–60 Times

The Mercedes-Benz C350 0–60 times and quarter mile times below are from 8 recorded performance tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Car and Driver, Motor Trend and Motor Week and more.

The fastest tested Mercedes-Benz C350 is the 2012 Mercedes-Benz C350 4MATIC Coupe, which went from 0 to 60 mph in 5.3 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 14.00 seconds at 101.0 mph, according to Car and Driver.

The slowest tested Mercedes-Benz C350 is the 2017 Mercedes-Benz C350 e Plug-in Hybrid Sedan, which took 6.2 seconds to reach 60 mph, running the ¼ mile in 14.60 seconds at 97.0 mph, according to Motor Week.

Out of all the Mercedes-Benz C350 tests in our database, the average 0–60 mph time is 5.65 seconds The average quarter mile time is 14.25 seconds at 98.78 mph.

Fastest 0–60 5.3sec 2012 4MATIC Coupe
Average 0–60 5.65sec Across 8 runs
Avg ¼ Mile 14.25sec @ 98.8 mph trap
Slowest 0–60 6.2sec 2017 e Plug-in
2017 Mercedes-Benz C350

Across 8 verified runs, the Mercedes-Benz C350 ranges from 5.3 to 6.2 seconds 0–60, with a 5.65-second average.

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Tests by model year

8 tests · 5 years

2017

Mercedes-Benz C350 · 1 verified run
Avg 0–60 6.20 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 14.60 sec
Recorded Tests 1
#08
2017 Mercedes-Benz C350 e Plug-in Hybrid Sedan
6.2sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
14.60s ¼ mi @ 97.0 mph
0–60 mph 6.20 sec
¼ Mile ET 14.60 sec
Trap Speed 97.0 mph
Engine 2.0L Turbo I-4 + Elec 60kW 6.2-kWh
Drivetrain RWD
Transmission 7A
MPG EPA 27.5 Obs
Production Vehicle Production
Body Type Sedan
Powertrain Plug in hybrid
Test Source Motor Week
Overall Rank #8 of 8
2017 Mercedes-Benz C350 e Plug-in Hybrid Sedan

2013

Mercedes-Benz C350 · 1 verified run
Avg 0–60 5.40 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 14.00 sec
Recorded Tests 1
#02
2013 Mercedes-Benz C350 Sport Sedan
5.4sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
14.00s ¼ mi @ 100.6 mph
0–60 mph 5.40 sec
¼ Mile ET 14.00 sec
Trap Speed 100.6 mph
Engine 3.5L V6
Drivetrain RWD
Transmission 7A
MPG EPA 20 C / 29 H / 16.3 Obs
Production Vehicle Production
Body Type Sedan
Powertrain Gasoline
Test Source Motor Trend
Overall Rank #2 of 8
2013 Mercedes-Benz C350 Sport Sedan

2012

Mercedes-Benz C350 · 2 verified runs
Avg 0–60 5.40 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 14.05 sec
Recorded Tests 2
#01
2012 Mercedes-Benz C350 4MATIC Coupe
5.3sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
14.00s ¼ mi @ 101.0 mph
0–60 mph 5.30 sec
¼ Mile ET 14.00 sec
Trap Speed 101.0 mph
Engine 3.5L V6
Drivetrain AWD
Transmission 7A
MPG EPA 19 C / 28 H / 22 Obs
Production Vehicle Production
Body Type Coupe
Powertrain Gasoline
Test Source Car and Driver
Overall Rank #1 of 8
2012 Mercedes-Benz C350 4MATIC Coupe
#04
2012 Mercedes-Benz C350 Coupe
5.5sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
14.10s ¼ mi @ 100.0 mph
0–60 mph 5.50 sec
¼ Mile ET 14.10 sec
Trap Speed 100.0 mph
Engine 3.5L V6
Drivetrain RWD
Transmission 7A
MPG EPA 19 C / 28 H
Production Vehicle Production
Body Type Coupe
Powertrain Gasoline
Test Source Motor Trend
Overall Rank #4 of 8
2012 Mercedes-Benz C350 Coupe

2008

Mercedes-Benz C350 · 2 verified runs
Avg 0–60 5.95 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 14.50 sec
Recorded Tests 2
#06
2008 Mercedes-Benz C350 Sport Sedan
5.9sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
14.40s ¼ mi @ 96.5 mph
0–60 mph 5.90 sec
¼ Mile ET 14.40 sec
Trap Speed 96.5 mph
Engine 3.5L V6
Drivetrain RWD
Transmission 7A
MPG EPA 17 C / 25 H
Production Vehicle Production
Body Type Sedan
Powertrain Gasoline
Test Source Motor Trend
Overall Rank #6 of 8
2008 Mercedes-Benz C350 Sport Sedan
#07
2008 Mercedes-Benz C350 Sport Sedan
6.0sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
14.60s ¼ mi @ 97.0 mph
0–60 mph 6.00 sec
¼ Mile ET 14.60 sec
Trap Speed 97.0 mph
Engine 3.5L V6
Drivetrain RWD
Transmission 7A
MPG EPA 17 C / 25 H / 21 Obs
Production Vehicle Production
Body Type Sedan
Powertrain Gasoline
Test Source Car and Driver
Overall Rank #7 of 8
2008 Mercedes-Benz C350 Sport Sedan

2006

Mercedes-Benz C350 · 2 verified runs
Avg 0–60 5.45 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 14.15 sec
Recorded Tests 2
#03
2006 Mercedes-Benz C350 Sport Sedan
5.4sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
14.10s ¼ mi @ 99.1 mph
0–60 mph 5.40 sec
¼ Mile ET 14.10 sec
Trap Speed 99.1 mph
Engine 3.5L V6
Drivetrain RWD
Transmission 6M
MPG EPA 18 C / 26 H / 16 Obs
Production Vehicle Production
Body Type Sedan
Powertrain Gasoline
Test Source Motor Trend
Overall Rank #3 of 8
2006 Mercedes-Benz C350 Sport Sedan
#05
2006 Mercedes-Benz C350 Sport Sedan
5.5sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
14.20s ¼ mi @ 99.0 mph
0–60 mph 5.50 sec
¼ Mile ET 14.20 sec
Trap Speed 99.0 mph
Engine 3.5L V6
Drivetrain RWD
Transmission 6M
MPG EPA 18 C / 26 H / 17 Obs
Production Vehicle Production
Body Type Sedan
Powertrain Gasoline
Test Source Car and Driver
Overall Rank #5 of 8
2006 Mercedes-Benz C350 Sport Sedan
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Performance distribution

0–60 vs ¼ mile · lower-left is faster
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Frequently asked

6 questions
The quickest Mercedes-Benz C350 on record is the 2012 Mercedes-Benz C350 4MATIC Coupe, which runs 0–60 mph in 5.3 seconds and clears the quarter-mile in 14.00 seconds at 101.0 mph.
The slowest recorded Mercedes-Benz C350 is the 2017 Mercedes-Benz C350 e Plug-in Hybrid Sedan, which takes 6.2 seconds to reach 60 mph and runs 14.60 seconds in the quarter.
Averaged across all 8 verified runs, a Mercedes-Benz C350 reaches 60 mph in 5.65 seconds and completes the quarter-mile in 14.25 seconds at roughly 98.8 mph.
We have verified test data for 5 model years. Each year shows every recorded run, the publication that measured it, and the trim-level details.
Every figure is sourced from published road tests by Car and Driver, Motor Trend and Motor Week. We don't use manufacturer claims — only independently timed runs — so the numbers reflect what the car actually does.
0–60 and quarter-mile results depend on driver technique, ambient temperature, tire condition, road surface, altitude, and testing instrumentation. A published figure is a single sample, not an absolute — which is why we show the range of verified runs rather than one number.

Sources

Car and Driver
Motor Trend
Motor Week

0–60 and quarter-mile times vary with driver, weather, tire temperature, and wear. We collect every verified run we can find — so you see the range of what a Mercedes-Benz C350 can do, not a single marketing claim.

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