2010 Mercedes-Benz C-Class: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The most important change for the 2010 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is a safety update that adds a driver knee airbag and individual tire-pressure readings across the lineup. Otherwise, this is a light update rather than a redesign, with smaller side mirrors and a few new options.
About the 2010 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
3rd generation C-Class sedan (W204), pre-facelift, third U.S. model year of this generation.
Mercedes-Benz positions the C-Class as the compact sedan that brings the brand’s core ideas into a smaller, more approachable package: strong safety engineering, solid road manners, and a cabin that feels more upscale than mainstream sedans. The lineup splits clearly between classic Luxury models and sharper Sport models, while the C300 4MATIC versions add bad-weather confidence and the C63 AMG turns the same basic sedan into a serious performance car. The overall appeal is equal parts prestige, safety, and everyday usability.
The 2010 lineup ranges from comfort-focused C300 Luxury sedans to firmer C300 and C350 Sport models, with all-wheel-drive versions aimed at added traction in poor weather. The C300 uses a 228-hp V6, the C350 Sport has a 268-hp V6, and the C63 AMG stands apart with a hand-built 451-hp V8, stronger brakes, and a harder-edged suspension.
What changed, by category
2010 Mercedes-Benz C-Class specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V8, 6.3 Liter | V6, 3.0 Liter | V6, 3.5 Liter | V6, 3.0 Liter | V6, 3.0 Liter | V6, 3.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Auto 7-Spd AMG SPEEDSHIFT | Auto, 7-Spd Overdrive | Auto, 7-Spd Overdrive | Auto, 7-Spd Overdrive | Auto, 7-Spd Overdrive | Auto, 7-Spd Overdrive |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | 4MATIC AWD | 4MATIC AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 12 mpg | 18 mpg | 17 mpg | 18 mpg | 18 mpg | 18 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 19 mpg | 26 mpg | 25 mpg | 26 mpg | 25 mpg | 25 mpg |
| Horsepower | 451 hp | 228 hp | 268 hp | 228 hp | 228 hp | 228 hp |
| Torque | 443 lb-ft | 221 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft | 221 lb-ft | 221 lb-ft | 221 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 12.4 cu-ft | 12.4 cu-ft | 12.4 cu-ft | 12.4 cu-ft | 12.4 cu-ft | 12.4 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 33.4 in | 33.4 in | 33.4 in | 33.4 in | 33.4 in | 33.4 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Alarm System | ||||||
| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | ||||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | ||||||
| Fog Lights | ||||||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | ||||||
| Power Moonroof | ||||||
| Panorama Moon Roof | ||||||
| Rear Spoiler | ||||||
| Bluetooth | ||||||
| Navigation System | ||||||
| Premium Audio | ||||||
| Satellite Radio | ||||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||||
| Aluminum Interior Trim | ||||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | ||||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||||||
| Folding Rear Seat | ||||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | ||||||
| Leather Seats | ||||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | ||||||
| Memory Front Seats | ||||||
| Memory Steering Wheel | ||||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||||||
| Remote Start | ||||||
| Wood Interior Trim | ||||||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2010 Mercedes-Benz C-Class?
The biggest change is improved safety equipment. Every 2010 C-Class received a driver knee airbag and a tire-pressure monitor that shows the pressure at each wheel.
Is the 2010 Mercedes-Benz C-Class a redesign?
No, the 2010 C-Class is not a redesign. It remains part of the pre-facelift W204 generation and receives a light safety, styling, and equipment update.
Did the 2010 Mercedes-Benz C-Class engines change from 2009?
No major engine change is identified for 2010. The C300 retains its 228-hp 3.0-liter V6, the C350 Sport keeps its 268-hp 3.5-liter V6, and the C63 AMG continues with its 451-hp 6.3-liter V8.
Which 2010 Mercedes-Benz C-Class has a manual transmission?
The rear-wheel-drive 2010 C300 Sport is the only model in this lineup offered with a 6-speed manual transmission. The other versions use automatic transmissions.
What new options were added to the 2010 Mercedes-Benz C-Class?
New options for 2010 included KEYLESS-GO keyless entry and starting, a rear-view camera paired with the COMAND screen, and a Dynamic Handling Package for rear-wheel-drive Sport sedans.