9:35 The headrest drop button didn't seem to work because the headrests were already in the down position. They have to be pulled upwards to be able to dropped so don't worry about it
The word COMAND is written in all caps because it is an acronym for "Cockpit Management and Data" System. It is not a German word. Great review by the way 😆
Thanks for the 'very honest' review man! I just bought one these off Carvana with 34k miles that has a fully decked out interior, as well as, all other features the car offered when it came out. I got it for a bargain and am so excited to drive it, especially after watching this.
Hi, thanks for the great review of the W212 Mercedes-Benz E350! I own a 2011 and had a 2010 before this one. I LOVE it! It's a great comfortable 6 cylinder! I used to drive an hour and 5 minutes to work one-way, and I used to get up to 38.4 on the highway using the cruise control! Amazing! It is a great car for the money. And it is a looker. Take care!
That year is the most reliable as well very nice car to have especially if you can do a few service yourself like brakes,oil change,plugs and air filters you save hundreds of dollars.
Actually many Mercedes purists disagree. The 2010-2011 with the M272 3.5 v6 was a much more reliable engine. The 2012+ had the M276 with the direct injection. It had many problems. There are many people documenting 200,000+ miles on the M272 v6 from the earlier models
@@SoCalW212 I have to disagree on this statement. Although yes, some people say that, I've also read hundreds of forums where people say that they owned both the M272 & M276 E350 and they said the M276 was the more reliable engine. That's my take on it. I'm planning on either a 2013 or 2014 so M276 for me
Nice review Zach, I know this hasn't made you an Internet celebrity yet, but keep going. Keep this up and you will be there. Something very real about you.
My 2012 RWD (bought in 2015) doesn't have radar cruise control, but has the 'wood trim steering wheel' that looks 100% better than the one you're showing. Great review!! Thanks.
fun fact , you can buy one of these , in europe for less than 5k ,with 250k miles with the 2.2L diesel engine, i found a good looking one for 3.7k , most of them would be german ex taxis ,but a cheap merc is a cheap merc XD , but lets not talk about the 1k 2000s S class XDD
Ok. So I found this video because I'm about to buy a 2011 E350 ( I Feel old). Anyway, as soon as you started talking about the cruise control, I knew where you were going. I had a 2009 C63 not too long ago and I used to hit that cruise control stalk all the time instead of the blinkers. Thought it was just me. Apparently, it not.
Great review! Blinkers are interesting fact :D I believe it's the thing we get used to (mby little lower than w211). W212 Seems very promising model! And spare parts are cheaper than w211 one, great thing
At Mercedes forum, many members agree that this is what the S-class should have been and probably in terms of reliability the best MB ever built. Bought 2012 (AMG edition) in 2018, and my wife, myself and kids love it (1. highly comfortable, 2. practical, 3. handles really well when pushed to the limit, 4. highly reliable, 5. good visibility, 6. quality interior materials, 7. beautiful classic looks). It now has 158 000km on it. Downsides? In the city could be more economical (we average 13 liters per 100km) and as it is the AMG edition the ground clearance is low (9cm instead of 12cm). Wish I would have bought the 4-matic version.
I think the downside is the interior quality. The soft paint buttons that wear off and sometimes you see examples with very worn wood trim. What do you think?
I turned all the ECO stuff off or coded them out, has a two stage oil pump normal/reduced pressure, it not only affects mpg but cooling as well. In the south, cooling is super important. Anyway, before all this I got 22 city 32 highway. after 20 city 34 highway. and my oil doesn't turn black anymore, is still very clean when I change at 4k. Before the oil was black after 500 miles. I run 38 psi in tires, drive just below the speed limit, and refrain from passing or hotrodding. Awesome car.
No bud the 2012 e300 base are not air suspension they just come standard . No navigation,blindspot monitor or panaramic sunroof . Make sure you dont buy an e350 they are air suspensions. I would like to advise you check if the car your going to buy have had the cam shaft adjust change and the timing chain tensioner update ,as all 2012 e300 will have that fail. Its a rattling sound on start up. Please look it up on youtube many videos will show it. Whem you drive it no jerky movement when changing gear or rough shifting. Scan your car for any hidden codes ane do a underbody inspection for wrotted exhaust or things under car that would be bad or leaking. If it passes you have your self a wonderful car . Text me if you need any more help .
@@seeingit9337 I actually just grabbed an E350 2012 4matic sport. The dealer said it’s regular suspension not air suspension. This E class has 72,000 miles doesn’t feel shifty yet Atleast. But my c280 I own now has that shifty feeling that you’ve mentioned maybe the timing chain. It knocks on start up
I was on the line about buying an E350, heard bad things about the auto air suspension and the 4Matic having problems. Probably still going to buy one, you convinced me 😂
Just bought a 2011 Mercedes e 350 4 matic with 227k miles. It’s a temporary car till my ford maverick hybrid arrives. I love it, it’s like driving a spaceship. Bit of a gas guzzler especially in town. Had to replace a couple spark plugs and a coolant bin for $600. They want to replace another part for $1,500 in a couple months. It’s a nice car for sure though especially during winter.
I prob should have looked at these a lil more before buying a benz but i bought the 2014 CLA 250 and absolutely love it! 4 cylinder turbo is so underrated. Def want the amg version next though👍
Just bought a 2012 e350 with 109,000 on it, this is my 3rd Mercedes in about 10 years, first one was an 03 e350 got hit by a drunk driver with only 89,000 miles on it completely totaled, so I bought a 2008 e550, with 120,000 still have it with 206,000 miles no check engine light literally ever, only issue I ever had was air ride and regular maintenance, I’m more then confident I will get 100,000 miles out of this car as well
These cars are flat out amazing for the money, only other thing I see myself buying as a second vehicle is a truck, I have kids and a wife we are always buying shit for the house I can’t fit in the car so I find myself having to barrow and trade my cars out for a day with my brothers so I can use their trucks, they don’t mind but it’s a pain in the ass for everyone
I had a '13. Not cheep to maintain, the drive line coupling came as a shock. Traded for a GS350 Lexus and I feel it's a much, much better, cheaper to maintain and more comfortable car. Also, my experience with the Lexus dealer is way better. Your experience may be different.
10 Grand lol back in the day 10 grand would buy you a new Cadillac!! My first car cost 400 bucks and I had it for 6 years and never had one issue with it. It was a 1975 Dodge Dart Sport with a 318 even ran it once with less than a quart of oil for 200 miles got back then filled the oil up drove it for another 4 years still no issues started in minus 40 in Manitoba without even being plugged in a great car. 10 grand is still a lot of cash for most people and if you can not get a good used car for 10 grand then I can't help you lol! There are plenty of cars used for that price with proper maintenance that will last a lifetime!!!
The E class is the best used Mercedes because of one reason! NO ABC or compicated suspension! Which will fail on all Mercedes before 150,000 miles. Believe it!
The w212 is the worst e-class Mercedes has ever built... The quality of the interior is the worst there has ever been... I would rather Drive a car with airmatic Suspension than Drive in that shitbox... I have an E550 from 2007 with 312.000 kilometers on IT and i've Just replaced the First airmatic Suspension in the Front Just for maintanance reasons... IT didn't even fail...
The screen is fine and the cruise is no issue maybe for special people it is lol. The front looks cool always liked the front end even better than the S class. Young kids are so spoiled and their complaints make me laugh. They would not have made it back in the day they would cry like babies when they had to manually roll up their windows. GPS was a folding paper map back in the day having it in a car is fantastic.
For Whatever Reason Mine Came With The Newer Steering Wheel, I Couldn't Believe it.. But, I'm now Realizing The Sport Models Came with the Newer Style Steering Wheel. Apparently there is also Some that came with AMG Package? But, I agree with you on the Turn Signa/Cruise Control Stalks Being So Close and Being So So So Annoying. Its Even Worse in the 08-14 C-Class Models Which I have Also. I'm Frequently hitting one or the Other Stalks Everytime! So Friggin Annoying!!!
I'm consistently kind of disappointed by Mercedes E-Classes. I think they are good for people who like a generally solid feeling car, but they are boring to drive and not as comfortable as you would imagine, especially in this generation
I have a 2013 e350. My wife has had a scotty approved toyota which she has spent thousands on. It just depends I suppose. But they turn them into taxis and go half a million miles
9:35
The headrest drop button didn't seem to work because the headrests were already in the down position. They have to be pulled upwards to be able to dropped so don't worry about it
The front end is so beautiful!! How come u don't like it! Weird
Long live Israel 🇮🇱
I don’t like the front also. Looks to wedgy….or sharp. Would look better if it was rounded out instead of sharp. Back is beautiful though.
It’s beautiful 360 exterior wise .
@@Ruder6163 wtf is an israel 😂
@DiscoverCrime what?
The word COMAND is written in all caps because it is an acronym for "Cockpit Management and Data" System. It is not a German word. Great review by the way 😆
Thanks for the 'very honest' review man! I just bought one these off Carvana with 34k miles that has a fully decked out interior, as well as, all other features the car offered when it came out. I got it for a bargain and am so excited to drive it, especially after watching this.
How much u get it for?
@@Luke-cy1yx Almost exactly 20k. Car has been amazing, everyone I've had in it always dishes out a couple compliments.
Im about to buy a white one today!!!!
how is it going for you now?
@@hollywoodlive6559you got it? I'm gonna get me a white one too. That's why I'm here.
Hi, thanks for the great review of the W212 Mercedes-Benz E350! I own a 2011 and had a 2010 before this one. I LOVE it! It's a great comfortable 6 cylinder! I used to drive an hour and 5 minutes to work one-way, and I used to get up to 38.4 on the highway using the cruise control! Amazing! It is a great car for the money. And it is a looker. Take care!
Why did u upgrade to the 2011? Thinking about getting a 2010 :)
i have a 2012 e350 w212 . Do they come equipped with eco start stop ? its my first mercedes so i dont know much
I agree with you I have a 350 E AND it is a great car I am 58 and have had many cars .
That year is the most reliable as well very nice car to have especially if you can do a few service yourself like brakes,oil change,plugs and air filters you save hundreds of dollars.
Actually many Mercedes purists disagree. The 2010-2011 with the M272 3.5 v6 was a much more reliable engine. The 2012+ had the M276 with the direct injection. It had many problems. There are many people documenting 200,000+ miles on the M272 v6 from the earlier models
@@SoCalW212 would you recommend the 2011 e 350 over 2012 for reliability ?
@@SoCalW212 I have to disagree on this statement. Although yes, some people say that, I've also read hundreds of forums where people say that they owned both the M272 & M276 E350 and they said the M276 was the more reliable engine. That's my take on it. I'm planning on either a 2013 or 2014 so M276 for me
@@SoCalW212 its the other way around bud
@@SoCalW212ehh, i have a 2011 and i can say that they’re pretty reliable. But im sure when they updated some things in 2012 it was more reliable
I happen to like the front end of this car. Reminds me of an S Class.
Me too..
Nice review Zach, I know this hasn't made you an Internet celebrity yet, but keep going. Keep this up and you will be there. Something very real about you.
correction : bargain of the century is the LS430s that can now be purchased from 3k to 8k.
The front end is one of the best parts!
Agreed....and indeed.
I wish I had seen this a year ago. That’s exactly what I am looking for now.....and in that budget!!! Man!
My 2012 RWD (bought in 2015) doesn't have radar cruise control, but has the 'wood trim steering wheel' that looks 100% better than the one you're showing. Great review!! Thanks.
It's not the cheapest car with radar cruise control. The 2006-2008 Acura RL came with radar guided cruise control as well
Reason number 4: RELIABILITY!!
these things are solid tanks and the engine and trans are some of the best from mercedes
fun fact , you can buy one of these , in europe for less than 5k ,with 250k miles with the 2.2L diesel engine, i found a good looking one for 3.7k , most of them would be german ex taxis ,but a cheap merc is a cheap merc XD , but lets not talk about the 1k 2000s S class XDD
Ok. So I found this video because I'm about to buy a 2011 E350 ( I Feel old). Anyway, as soon as you started talking about the cruise control, I knew where you were going. I had a 2009 C63 not too long ago and I used to hit that cruise control stalk all the time instead of the blinkers. Thought it was just me. Apparently, it not.
About to buy a 2012 e350 coupe… has 150k miles on do you think it is worth it?
Great review! Blinkers are interesting fact :D I believe it's the thing we get used to (mby little lower than w211). W212 Seems very promising model! And spare parts are cheaper than w211 one, great thing
2:00 my 2016 F150 2.7 throttle hang a little bit too. I thought it was because of the turbos.
9:33 they didn’t go down because they were already all the way down. They don’t flip down they just fall down the posts
So rare to find one of these with radar cruise control! I’m looking for one and not one has had it.
Did you get it?
Excellent review bro !
At Mercedes forum, many members agree that this is what the S-class should have been and probably in terms of reliability the best MB ever built.
Bought 2012 (AMG edition) in 2018, and my wife, myself and kids love it (1. highly comfortable, 2. practical, 3. handles really well when pushed to the limit, 4. highly reliable, 5. good visibility, 6. quality interior materials, 7. beautiful classic looks). It now has 158 000km on it.
Downsides? In the city could be more economical (we average 13 liters per 100km) and as it is the AMG edition the ground clearance is low (9cm instead of 12cm). Wish I would have bought the 4-matic version.
I think the downside is the interior quality. The soft paint buttons that wear off and sometimes you see examples with very worn wood trim. What do you think?
I currently have a 2009 C-class. I love it, except for the cramped back seats. If and when I have to upgrade, I may consider an E-class.
I turned all the ECO stuff off or coded them out, has a two stage oil pump normal/reduced pressure, it not only affects mpg but cooling as well. In the south, cooling is super important. Anyway, before all this I got 22 city 32 highway. after 20 city 34 highway. and my oil doesn't turn black anymore, is still very clean when I change at 4k. Before the oil was black after 500 miles. I run 38 psi in tires, drive just below the speed limit, and refrain from passing or hotrodding. Awesome car.
A great sedan. One of MB model year best believe it!
Yeah i believe it i have one very reliable
@@seeingit9337 I’m planning to get one this month, I hope So! I own a c280 never had issues so I can believe it.
Are these air suspension ??
No bud the 2012 e300 base are not air suspension they just come standard . No navigation,blindspot monitor or panaramic sunroof . Make sure you dont buy an e350 they are air suspensions. I would like to advise you check if the car your going to buy have had the cam shaft adjust change and the timing chain tensioner update ,as all 2012 e300 will have that fail. Its a rattling sound on start up. Please look it up on youtube many videos will show it. Whem you drive it no jerky movement when changing gear or rough shifting. Scan your car for any hidden codes ane do a underbody inspection for wrotted exhaust or things under car that would be bad or leaking. If it passes you have your self a wonderful car . Text me if you need any more help .
@@seeingit9337 I actually just grabbed an E350 2012 4matic sport. The dealer said it’s regular suspension not air suspension. This E class has 72,000 miles doesn’t feel shifty yet Atleast. But my c280 I own now has that shifty feeling that you’ve mentioned maybe the timing chain. It knocks on start up
@@seeingit9337 dude what’s your number, we can chat on it more, I have some questions on my E350 & c280 ! 👌🏽
2:50 how can a car have regenerative braking but it’s not an electric car?
My favorite generation e class
I was on the line about buying an E350, heard bad things about the auto air suspension and the 4Matic having problems. Probably still going to buy one, you convinced me 😂
Just bought a 2011 Mercedes e 350 4 matic with 227k miles. It’s a temporary car till my ford maverick hybrid arrives. I love it, it’s like driving a spaceship. Bit of a gas guzzler especially in town. Had to replace a couple spark plugs and a coolant bin for $600. They want to replace another part for $1,500 in a couple months. It’s a nice car for sure though especially during winter.
Great review buddy
I'm fixing to buy one in two days if it passes my inspection. Very excited about this car. Thanks fr your review, lots of good info
Did u buy it? Im about to buy mine
Today
@@hollywoodlive6559 got a 2015 E 350...love the car
I prob should have looked at these a lil more before buying a benz but i bought the 2014 CLA 250 and absolutely love it! 4 cylinder turbo is so underrated. Def want the amg version next though👍
Actually, I'm thinking of buying a W212. However, the previous owner traded it for a Toyota 😅
Just bought a 2012 e350 with 109,000 on it, this is my 3rd Mercedes in about 10 years, first one was an 03 e350 got hit by a drunk driver with only 89,000 miles on it completely totaled, so I bought a 2008 e550, with 120,000 still have it with 206,000 miles no check engine light literally ever, only issue I ever had was air ride and regular maintenance, I’m more then confident I will get 100,000 miles out of this car as well
These cars are flat out amazing for the money, only other thing I see myself buying as a second vehicle is a truck, I have kids and a wife we are always buying shit for the house I can’t fit in the car so I find myself having to barrow and trade my cars out for a day with my brothers so I can use their trucks, they don’t mind but it’s a pain in the ass for everyone
Nice video very well done, I'm looking at one for my next car
I have this model and I love it.
How’s the reliability ?
I had a '13. Not cheep to maintain, the drive line coupling came as a shock. Traded for a GS350 Lexus and I feel it's a much, much better, cheaper to maintain and more comfortable car. Also, my experience with the Lexus dealer is way better. Your experience may be different.
Hey Zack! Would you rather have this or the Lexus LS430?
ls430 without a doubt
Totally disagree
This Benz is absolutely brilliant
Front lights are absolutely beautiful and well made with great quality
Is it reliable?
Would u prefer this one or the 2014 300
how's the head/leg room? looks like the leg room might be a little tight in the drivers seat?
10 Grand lol back in the day 10 grand would buy you a new Cadillac!! My first car cost 400 bucks and I had it for 6 years and never had one issue with it. It was a 1975 Dodge Dart Sport with a 318 even ran it once with less than a quart of oil for 200 miles got back then filled the oil up drove it for another 4 years still no issues started in minus 40 in Manitoba without even being plugged in a great car. 10 grand is still a lot of cash for most people and if you can not get a good used car for 10 grand then I can't help you lol! There are plenty of cars used for that price with proper maintenance that will last a lifetime!!!
Very nice! I like C’s(driven a couple) but a used E would be niiice
Is the e350 4 matic reliable thinking of buying one for 6k 148k miles
Can the stoplight engine shut off be disabled once and stay off, or do you have to disable it upon every restart?
I agree with you on the distronic stalk. But you cannot possibly compare it with a hyundai yuck
The E class is the best used Mercedes because of one reason! NO ABC or compicated suspension! Which will fail on all Mercedes before 150,000 miles. Believe it!
The w212 is the worst e-class Mercedes has ever built... The quality of the interior is the worst there has ever been... I would rather Drive a car with airmatic Suspension than Drive in that shitbox... I have an E550 from 2007 with 312.000 kilometers on IT and i've Just replaced the First airmatic Suspension in the Front Just for maintanance reasons... IT didn't even fail...
The screen is fine and the cruise is no issue maybe for special people it is lol. The front looks cool always liked the front end even better than the S class. Young kids are so spoiled and their complaints make me laugh. They would not have made it back in the day they would cry like babies when they had to manually roll up their windows. GPS was a folding paper map back in the day having it in a car is fantastic.
For Whatever Reason Mine Came With The Newer Steering Wheel, I Couldn't Believe it.. But, I'm now Realizing The Sport Models Came with the Newer Style Steering Wheel. Apparently there is also Some that came with AMG Package? But, I agree with you on the Turn Signa/Cruise Control Stalks Being So Close and Being So So So Annoying. Its Even Worse in the 08-14 C-Class Models Which I have Also. I'm Frequently hitting one or the Other Stalks Everytime! So Friggin Annoying!!!
Even more annoying is your use of random capitalization.
@@captainamerica9353 And Why do it Bother/Annoy you, Hmmmm?? 🤔🤔🤔
It’s not infuriating, it’s MB quirky charm 😊
I'm consistently kind of disappointed by Mercedes E-Classes. I think they are good for people who like a generally solid feeling car, but they are boring to drive and not as comfortable as you would imagine, especially in this generation
If you want something more sporty I'd go c class or something more comfortable an s class these ride the line
"Looks like a monster"...ok I like it, picasso
Next one on Pandora
A very low price for an awesome car.
Cool !! keep doing
M276 engine 306 hp, not 302
Very unprofessional review.
Stay a way too many problems. You need a lot of money to fix
But it is not another Car, you have just miss positioned
scotty kilmer: endless money pit
Well e class are reliable there r taxis from Germany they last like 650k kms
if you skip all the fancy air suspension and turbo v8 it’s fine
I have a 2013 e350. My wife has had a scotty approved toyota which she has spent thousands on. It just depends I suppose. But they turn them into taxis and go half a million miles
So here's this guy beating on this car which is not his, then he going to sell it? Huh..after it's roached?
that v6 was suficating
You mean poor acceleration or what?
WHY DO YOU SCREAM ALL THE TIME!?!
Wednesday
I love mine
8,oo
that model has 268 hp homie get your facts str8 302 hp came out in 2013
Wrong this car is 302 ps like the facelift model I know cos I own one
Bruh what it is 302
Damn you right my bad I am hardly ever wrong when it comes to mercedes facts but you are right.
@@shanehill4278 yup only reason Ik is because my dad is gonna split the check with me so I’m looking at the car details 😂
@@shanehill4278 respect tho
This was a year ago and u replied in under an hour