Mercedes-Benz C-Class 2010 Overview & Picturs

The 2010 Mercedes-Benz C-Class rank 6 of 18 Upscale Midsize Cars. This ranking is based on our analysis of 32 published reviews and test drives the Mercedes-Benz C-Class, and our analysis of safety and reliability of data.

Mercedes-Benz C-Class competes with the best entry level luxury sedan world in every category, but certainly not win any of them. An optional Dynamic Handling Package, new for 2010, could bring them more in line with the -3 Series BMW in terms of performance - but the automotive press has not tested it yet, so the jury is still out on whether Mercedes can catch the BMW finally.

C-Class offers a head turning, looking muscular and seal of the Mercedes badge with entry-level price. His score is a strong safety, and maintain its value well over time. They are the main reason to buy one.

But the C-Class, since 2008 redesign, has continued to lag the high performance bar set by the sculptor canyon was his class is no slouch, especially with a more powerful engine found in the C350 model .. But the people for his performance is the main concern may be a little disappointing.

The 2010 C-Class is a 4-door, 5-passenger luxury sedan, or luxury sports sedan, available in 4 trims, ranging from the C300 Sport Sedan to the C63 AMG Sport Sedan.

Upon introduction, the C300 Sport Sedan is equipped with a standard 3.0-liter, V6, 228-horsepower engine achieves 18-mpg That in the city and 26-mpg on the highway. A 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard. The C63 AMG Sport Sedan is equipped with a standard 6.2-liter, V8, 451-horsepower engine achieves 12-mpg That in the city and 19-mpg on the highway. A 7-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard.

Other Cars to Consider
Buyers looking for an aggressive sport sedan may be better served with a German rival, the C-Class' main BMW 3-Seriesini. Infiniti G37, nearly 3-Series' together on the track, is an excellent choice.

The Cadillac CTS may also be interesting to see. This offers an excellent balance of sporty performance and luxury cabin, with dramatic force sufficient to satisfy those who are interested in the lines of Mercedes muscle.