2010 Chevrolet HHR: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2010 Chevrolet HHR was mostly a carryover, with no redesign or broad mechanical changes. The biggest change was the departure of the two-seat SS Panel, leaving the five-seat SS as the sole turbocharged performance model.
About the 2010 Chevrolet HHR
First and only generation (2006-2011), fifth model year and second-to-last year; no redesign or mid-cycle exterior refresh.
Chevrolet positioned the HHR as a distinctive compact multipurpose vehicle combining retro-inspired styling, carlike fuel economy and a tall, flexible cargo area. The passenger HHR emphasized five-seat everyday usefulness, the Panel emphasized compact commercial hauling, and the SS added stronger performance. Its main appeal was the combination of easy maneuverability, fold-flat interior space and styling inspired by Chevrolet utility vehicles from the late 1940s.
The 2010 HHR came as either a five-seat passenger wagon or a cargo-focused two-seat Panel with solid rear sides and 62.7 cubic feet of maximum cargo room. LS versions emphasized simple utility, while LT models added a power-adjustable driver’s seat with lumbar support. The five-seat SS paired a turbocharged 2.0-liter engine with a performance suspension, four-wheel disc brakes, sport seats and a power sunroof.
What changed, by category
2010 Chevrolet HHR specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Flex Fuel, 2.2L | 4-Cyl, Flex Fuel, 2.2L / 4-Cyl, Flex Fuel, 2.4L | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0L | 4-Cyl, Flex Fuel, 2.2L | 4-Cyl, Flex Fuel, 2.2L / 4-Cyl, Flex Fuel, 2.4L |
| Transmission | Automatic, 4-Spd w/Overdrive | Automatic, 4-Spd w/Overdrive / Manual, 5-Spd | Automatic, 4-Spd w/Overdrive | Automatic, 4-Spd w/Overdrive | Automatic, 4-Spd w/Overdrive / Manual, 5-Spd |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Flexible Fuel | Flexible Fuel | Gas | Flexible Fuel | Flexible Fuel |
| MPG City | 22 mpg | 22 mpg | 21 mpg | 22 mpg | 22 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 32 mpg | 30 mpg | 29 mpg | 32 mpg | 30 mpg |
| Horsepower | 155 hp | 155–176 hp | 260 hp | 155 hp | 155–176 hp |
| Torque | 150 lb-ft | 150–170 lb-ft | 260 lb-ft | 150 lb-ft | 150–170 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 1000 lb | 1000 lb | 1000 lb | 1000 lb | 1000 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 57.7 cu-ft | 57.7 cu-ft | 57.7 cu-ft | 62.7 cu-ft | 62.7 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 39.5 in | 39.5 in | 39.5 in | ||
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 2 | 2 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| 4-Wheel Disc Brakes | |||||
| Rear View Camera | |||||
| Alloy Wheels | |||||
| Fog Lights | |||||
| Power Moonroof | |||||
| Rear Spoiler | |||||
| Roof Rails | |||||
| Side Steps | |||||
| Bluetooth | |||||
| Rear DVD Entertainment System | |||||
| Satellite Radio | |||||
| USB Ports | |||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | |||||
| Folding Rear Seat | |||||
| Heated Front Seats | |||||
| Leather Seats | |||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | |||||
| Power Driver Seat | |||||
| Remote Start | |||||
| Tilt Wheel | |||||
Frequently asked questions
Was the 2010 Chevrolet HHR redesigned?
No. The 2010 Chevrolet HHR retained the existing first-generation body, engines, transmissions, cabin layout and safety equipment, with no exterior refresh or structural update.
Did Chevrolet offer an HHR SS Panel for 2010?
No. Chevrolet dropped the two-seat SS Panel for 2010, so the turbocharged SS continued only as the five-seat passenger model.
What changed on the 2010 Chevrolet HHR SS?
The five-seat 2010 HHR SS made its reconfigurable performance display, USB audio connection and power sunroof standard equipment. Its turbocharged 2.0-liter engine and performance-focused hardware carried over.
Did the 2010 Chevrolet HHR get different engines?
No. The regular HHR retained its 2.2-liter and 2.4-liter flex-fuel four-cylinder engines, and the five-seat SS retained its turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder.
Is the 2010 Chevrolet HHR meaningfully different from the 2009 model?
Not for most versions. The main differences are the discontinued SS Panel and revised equipment availability, including more standard equipment on the five-seat SS and optional rather than standard Bluetooth on LT models.