Classic Car Encyclopedia

Mercedes Benz 190e

Apr 17, 2023

The Mercedes 190E was a compact executive car produced by Mercedes-Benz from 1982 to 1993. It was based on the W201 chassis, which was also used for the Mercedes-Benz 190D, 190E 2.3-16, and 190E 2.6.

The Mercedes 190E was introduced in 1982 as a replacement for the Mercedes-Benz W123, which was a popular model in the 1970s. The 190E was designed to be a more modern and sporty alternative to the W123, with a focus on performance and handling.

The 190E was available in both sedan and wagon body styles, and featured a range of interior and exterior options. It had a luxurious interior, with leather seats and wood trim available as options. The exterior featured a sleek design, with a sloping hood and a long, aerodynamic shape.

The Mercedes 190E was powered by a range of inline-four and inline-six engines. The 2.0 liter inline-four produced 121 horsepower and was paired with a five-speed manual transmission. The 2.3 liter inline-four produced 143 horsepower and was available with either a five-speed manual or a four-speed automatic transmission. The 2.3-16 model featured a 16-valve version of the 2.3 liter engine, which produced 195 horsepower and was available with either a five-speed manual or a four-speed automatic transmission. The 2.6 liter inline-six produced 177 horsepower and was available with either a five-speed manual or a four-speed automatic transmission.

The 190E had a front-engine, rear-wheel drive layout, and featured a range of suspension and handling options. It had a double wishbone front suspension and a four-link rear suspension, and was available with either a standard suspension or a sport suspension. The 190E also featured disc brakes on all four wheels, with optional anti-lock brakes available.

The Mercedes 190E was produced from 1982 to 1993, with a total of 1,858,631 units produced over its 11-year production run. It was a popular model for Mercedes-Benz, and was widely praised for its performance and handling. It remains a classic car today, and is still highly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts.