IIHS Crash Test
Good
MPG (up to)
12 -18 City / 19 -25 HWY
Horsepower
228 -451
Seats
5
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Yvette L
Nothing, it's just a car that I use to get around and I keep my cars a long time
No complaints other than after warranty ends, expensive to do maintenance
accountCircle Denise S
Comfort of the handling of the vehicle.
I love the way it handles, the comfort. The price for the vehicle was very reasonable. Flex fuel can be used it the vehicle, which makes it economical.
accountCircle Jordan M
Mercedes-benz c300 sport sedan best car ever.
I never had any problems with my c300 no mechanical issues just regular oil changes. Very comfortable I have taken my car on road trips as long as 6 hours turnaround trips squalling 10 hours. Very reliable I have had my car for almost four years now I have not one thing to complain about. I love the pop up screen that comes out when you start the car it is one of my favorite features.
accountCircle Jessica B
Great car with great handling and stylish.
I really enjoy driving my car. It has great handling and it is a very smooth ride. The car does pretty good in the snow. The interior is well done with a nice design and layout. The exterior is very stylish and very nice. Overall this is a great car.
accountCircle Sylvia M
It's red Mercedes. I love it. I have leather inside has a sunroof.
Only thing that has giving out was fuel pump other than that it's been a great car it has over 200k miles. I have done all the maintenance so that has helped for the running so well. Fuel wish I could put a lower grade instead of 90 plus I commute a lot so use a lot of fuel.
accountCircle Zhoriya C
Very great car to drive in.
The answer is very simple, because Mercedes Benz cars are really good. If you go by history then chronologically they have advantage from the point of view of innovation. Karl Benz was the person to make the first commercial car and after the formation of the company, it found great success. Germans are always focused on quality of the technology and continuous innovation. As a company Daimler/Mercedes have pioneered many of the new technologies that comes in a modern commercial cars and that is what makes them special. They have never gone low on price for making it available to large number of people because they do not compromise on the quality of their products.
accountCircle Mary C
It is PAID FOR. I paid it off and have no more payments, plus it's an older model but still looks good
I like the body style, and it's very comfortable. Have driven a Mercedes for 20 years and like the status of owning one
accountCircle Maria M
Pros and cons of owning a 2010 Mercedes Benz c300 sport. Sedan.
Ride is very comfortable. Cabin is very quiet which adds to a very luxurious ride. It is very reliable which I expect nothing less from a Mercedes Benz. It is an older model (2010) and does not have the latest technology such as Wi-Fi but is not a deal breaker. If any of the lights (parking, signal, etc.) Goes out, it is a little to change them as they are not easily accessible under the hood. It can be done, but requires some patience. Performance wise, it accelerates fast which my dad find very enjoyable. I only had one major problem encountered owning my 2010 mb c300 sport of all the years that I owned it - one day I could not turn the ignition key and the car would not start (turned out to the steering column locked and had to be repaired/replaced). Other than that, regular annual maintenance (a or b) which can cost several hundred dollars per service.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Robin G
Mercedes Benz: is it worth it?
The maintenance on this car is expensive. Every time a headlight goes out, the bulb itself costs $80. The oil changes cost $100. There are constant check engine lights and messages popping up on the dash. Recently, my power steering and abs goes in and out.
accountCircle HaEun L
If you want to waste money like water, then this is the car for you.
My car sits pretty low to the ground, so you have to be very wary of how close you can get to the curb. Otherwise, you may risk scratching the front bumper a lot. The car itself is comfortable, however it has a big gas tank that only takes premium gas. If premium prices are out of your budget, do not get this car. As far as performances, it drives really well and it has stiff handles due to the all wheel drive system on this car. If you are into a stiffer wheel rather than a loose one, I'd say look for cars like mine that have an all wheel drive. While the car itself is premium, and it may look like it from the options given, such as navigation system, however if you did not upgrade to a more premium feature, you receive a button that does not work inside the car.
accountCircle Chastity Q
Performance is excellent.
Performance is good. Service from local Mercedes Benz dealerships is always a good experience. They always lend loaners car when the car is getting service. Mercedes really knows how to take care of their customers. If someone one is looking for luxury Mercedes is a company that reliable and provides its customers when excellent vehicles.
accountCircle Anthony L
Great for all year around.
It's great I love driving it all around its comfortable and smooth in any type of weather it has all 4 wheel drive. Rarely breaks down. It is not too small and it's not too big either. Its classy as well. Looks great. All white with black interior. Stock rims.
accountCircle Jameilah L
My car is white with black interior with leather seats. It is a baby Benz.
I do not like older cars period. I prefer new up to date vehicles. As far as looks it is okay. No Bluetooth radio only. No rims just stock Mercedes caps. It is a little fast but I am not too worried about the speed of my vehicle unless it was driving under speed limits.
accountCircle Juliet C
Reliable on the road for long and short trips.
My car is reliable. We keep it regularly serviced. No major problems ever. The alert lights come on sometimes when there is nothing wrong and that gets annoying. The ride is comfortable in the front and back seats. Nice trunk space. We would purchase again.
accountCircle Stephanie M
Big price tag for all the problems
I like the size of the care however I have had many problems with it. A few problems are the back door has broken multiple times, the front seat belt has broken a few times and a few other things are constantly breaking. Original I bought the car for the size with children and a large back area for when we travel with luggage and a dog everything fit in the back. But there is a large price tag for fixing whatever breaks. It is fuel efficient which is helpful.
accountCircle Michelle S
Not worth fixing too expensive.
Fixed the car many times air filter problems. Driver chair spotted working recently will not move position. When gas is filled up car stalls to start. Check engine light is always on. Decent in the snow. Too expensive to fix. Not worth it anymore car is too old. 109k miles.

Mercedes-Benz C-Class Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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C 300 Sport
228 HP 20 MPG 5 Seats
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C 300 Luxury
228 HP 20 MPG 5 Seats
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C 350 Sport
268 HP 20 MPG 5 Seats
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C 63 AMG
451 HP 15 MPG 5 Seats
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2010 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Owner Reviews

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5 stars 48%
4 stars 36%
3 stars 13%
2 stars 2%
1 star 1%
accountCircle David on July 26, 2021
Mr
Great car, very powerful, still original brakes after 98k, original spark plugs, and original transmission, just change oil and drive. Usually go to Local mechanic shop for oil change and minor repairs rather than MBZ dealership.
accountCircle Michelle S on June 24, 2021
Not worth fixing too expensive.
Fixed the car many times air filter problems. Driver chair spotted working recently will not move position. When gas is filled up car stalls to start. Check engine light is always on. Decent in the snow. Too expensive to fix. Not worth it anymore car is too old. 109k miles.

Ranks #11 Luxury Small Cars by Owners

The 2010 Mercedes-Benz C-Class has an average owner rating of 4.31 out of 5 which ranks it #11 of 16 other Luxury Small Cars.

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4.27

Ranks #8 Luxury Small Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2010 Mercedes-Benz C-Class has a combined MPG of 27 which ranks it #8 of 16 other Luxury Small Cars.

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42 MPG
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36 MPG
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25 MPG

Is The 2010 Mercedes-Benz C-Class A Good Car?

Yes, it is a great vehicle that is very fun to drive and handles very well! I also feel very safe in it.
Chanda L.

How Reliable Is The 2010 Mercedes-Benz C-Class?

I purchased my vehicle as a used car with around 86k miles on it. I have not experienced any problems, I believe I was lucky to have a previous owner who took well care of the vehicle.
Chanda L.

Is The 2010 Mercedes-Benz C-Class A Good Value?

I believe the range would be from $8k-$13k depending on condition. I purchased mine about 3 years ago in the mid range of my estimated cost. I believe value is based on reliability/cost. With my... Read More
Chanda L.

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Safety & Reliability

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*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

Side

Roof Strength

Driver-side Overlap Front

*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety