2010 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

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Rating8.1
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$33,600 - $39,750
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 2, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Sturdy build quality

Rival's V6s feel better

More advanced TPMS

Subtle ride quality

Expensive than others

Better aerodynamic mirrors

Powerful and refined V8, coupled with nimble handling

Small rear seat

The newly included Dynamic Handling package

Specs & Features

$33,600

price

228 hp @ 6000 rpm

horsepower

221 lb.-ft. @ 2700 rpm

torque

6-Speed Manual

transmission

3.0L 6cyl RWD 6M

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2010 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is a compact luxury sedan offered in 4 trims, starting off at a base MSRP of $33,600. For that price, it mainly competes with the 2010 BMW 3-Series, the 2010 Acura TL, and the 2010 Audi A4. Between 4 trims, the C-Class offers 3 powertrains. The base engine is a 3.0L V6, mated to either a 7-speed shiftable automatic or a 6-speed manual, capable of making 228 horsepower and 221 lb-ft of torque. The 3.5L V6 makes 268 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque, and the 6.2L V8 crunches 451 hp and 443 lb-ft of torque. Both engines are mated to a 7-speed shiftable automatic. The C-Class reaches 60 mph from zero in 7.3 seconds on its base engine, which gets pumped up to 4.4 seconds with the 6.2L V8. Depending on the powertrain, the C-Class can manage a combined fuel economy between 15 and 21 mpg. While we're on the topic of choices, the 10 striking colors the C-Class comes in really pull you towards it. The 2010 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan fetches an average price of $9,995. However, average savings of around $482 can be expected. With around 561 units of the Mercedes-Benz C-Class available for purchase, we offer a vast inventory for you to choose from.

Buying Advice

Packing a number of powerful engines under the hood, to propel the rear or all wheels, depending on the trim, the 2010 C-Class is one of the finest compact luxury sedans in its category, delivering a phenomenal experience, in terms of handling, and riding. What makes the experience even better is the extremely quiet cabin, coupled with a range of features, both standard and optional, which come very convenient at times. Armed with multiple safety measurements, coupled with robust build quality, the 2010 MB C-Class is not only safe but also delivers great value for the bucks paid.

Trims

    C 300 Sport
    $33,600 onwards
    • Engine: 3.0L 6cyl RWD 6M
    • Horsepower: 228 hp @ 6000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 221 lb.-ft. @ 2700 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 6.52 sec
    • Top Speed: 133 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 21 mpg
    Luxury C 300
    $33,600 onwards
    • Engine: 3.0L 6cyl RWD 7A
    • Horsepower: 228 hp @ 6000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 221 lb.-ft. @ 2700 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 7.05 sec
    • Top Speed: 139 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 21 mpg
    C 300 Luxury
    $37,100 onwards
    • Engine: 3.0L 6cyl AWD 7A
    • Horsepower: 228 hp @ 6000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 221 lb.-ft. @ 2700 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 6.8 sec
    • Top Speed: 147 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 20 mpg
    C 350 Sport
    $39,750 onwards
    • Engine: 3.5L 6cyl RWD 7A
    • Horsepower: 268 hp @ 6000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 258 lb.-ft. @ 2400 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 6.32 sec
    • Top Speed: 139 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 20 mpg

Compare to similar cars

Price

$33,600- $39,750

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

8.1

Horsepower

268 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque

258 lb.-ft. @ 2400 rpm

Capacity

5

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$33,150- $51,200

Gasoline

8.73

230 hp @ 6500 rpm

200 lb.-ft. @ 2750 rpm

5

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$14,990- $24,535

Gasoline

6.5

155 hp @ 6100 rpm

150 lb.-ft. @ 4900 rpm

5

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$16,290- $30,000

Gasoline

8.3

140 hp @ 6000 rpm

136 lb.-ft. @ 4250 rpm

5

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$14,790- $27,590

Gasoline

7.7

152 hp @ 6000 rpm

146 lb.-ft. @ 4250 rpm

5

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$15,420- $20,080

Gasoline

7.69

140 hp @ 5100 rpm

147 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

5

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$28,900- $45,080

Gasoline

9.1

207 hp @ 5300 rpm

221 lb.-ft. @ 2500 rpm

5

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$18,999- $26,899

Gasoline

9.43

185 hp @ 6500 rpm

170 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

5

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$15,450- $20,150

Gasoline

7.87

132 hp @ 6000 rpm

128 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

5

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$17,605- $26,090

Gasoline

8.17

170 hp @ 5700 rpm

177 lb.-ft. @ 4250 rpm

5

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2010 Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    6.52 sec-133 mph
    6.3 sec15.2 sec130 mph
    6.8 sec15.3 sec-
    2010 Saab 9-3

    Ranked #4

    7.4 sec15.6 sec-
    7.6 sec15.9 sec122 mph
    7.6 sec--

    2010 Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      18 mpg26 mpg21 mpg17.4 gal.313.2/452.4 mi.
      26 mpg35 mpg30 mpg13.2 gal.343.2/462 mi.
      25 mpg37 mpg30 mpg13 gal.-
      26 mpg35 mpg29 mpg14 gal.364/490 mi.
      26 mpg34 mpg29 mpg13.2 gal.343.2/448.8 mi.
      24 mpg35 mpg28 mpg13.5 gal.324/472.5 mi.

      2010 Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
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        182.3 in.69.7 in.56.3 in.4.2 in.108.7 in.
        188.9 in.73 in.55.8 in.4.6 in.106.7 in.

        2010 Infiniti G37

        Ranked #2

        187 in.69.8 in.57.2 in.5.1 in.112.2 in.

        2010 Acura TSX

        Ranked #3

        185.6 in.72.4 in.56.6 in.5.9 in.106.4 in.

        2010 Audi A4

        Ranked #4

        185.2 in.71.9 in.56.2 in.4.2 in.110.6 in.
        183.1 in.71.7 in.58.3 in.5.7 in.106.3 in.

        2010 Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          12.4 cu.ft.88.2 cu.ft.12.4 cu.ft.
          2010 Saab 9-3

          Ranked #1

          15 cu.ft.-15 cu.ft.
          13.1 cu.ft.97.4 cu.ft.13.1 cu.ft.
          12.3 cu.ft.93.5 cu.ft.12.3 cu.ft.
          12 cu.ft.93 cu.ft.12 cu.ft.
          12 cu.ft.90.9 cu.ft.6 cu.ft.

          2010 Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            12.4 cu.ft.12.4 cu.ft.12.4 cu.ft.-
            -12.3 cu.ft.--
            -13.3 cu.ft.--
            12 cu.ft.12 cu.ft.12 cu.ft.69 ft.
            -14.2 cu.ft.--
            13.1 cu.ft.13.1 cu.ft.13.1 cu.ft.-

            2010 Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              --3527 lbs.
              1500 lbs.-2723 lbs.
              1500 lbs.-2723 lbs.
              --2630 lbs. -
              --2783 lbs.
              -1102 lbs.2911 lbs.

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