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Mercedes-Benz 190-Series

Years1983–1993
Generations2
Total variants58
Body stylesSedan

The Mercedes-Benz 190-Series is a sedan model, produced 1983–1993, spanning 2 generations with 58 variants in the Cars-Data.com database. Generations covered include the 190-serie (1988-1993) and 190-serie (1983-1988). The 190-serie (1988-1993) generation is the most extensively documented, with 35 variants across engine options, transmissions, and trim levels. Each variant page provides engine displacement, power in HP and kW, 0–100 km/h acceleration, top speed, fuel consumption, CO₂ emissions, dimensions, and list price at launch.

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Quick answers
How many generations does the Mercedes-Benz 190-Series have?

The Mercedes-Benz 190-Series has 2 generations with 58 total variants in the Cars-Data.com database. Each generation has its own page listing all variants with engine specs, performance figures, and consumption data.

What years was the Mercedes-Benz 190-Series produced?

The Mercedes-Benz 190-Series has been produced 1983–1993. Throughout this period the model evolved across multiple generations, each introducing new engine options, body styles, and technology upgrades.

What body type is the Mercedes-Benz 190-Series?

The Mercedes-Benz 190-Series is available as Sedan. These body styles reflect the different market positions and use cases the model has served across its production history.

W201 LCIPlatform · 1 body variant
W201Platform · 1 body variant
Cost calculator

What would this actually cost you?

28,938Estimated total · €5,788 per year
  • Depreciation10,088
  • Fuel / energy10,500
  • Insurance3,750
  • Maintenance3,000
  • Road tax1,600

Estimate only — insurance, maintenance and road tax are generic figures, not a quote for your car or country. Fuel/energy uses EU-average prices.

Across · Sedan

How performance changed across generations

GenerationPower0–100 km/hVariantsPriceScore
190-serie (1983-1988)1983–1988125 hp11.1 s23€25k–€55k★ 3.4
190-serie (1988-1993)1988–1993115 hp12.5 s35€22k–€62k★ 2.4

Equipment

190-serie (1988-1993)

Does the Mercedes-Benz 190-Series have parking sensors?
Standard (rear)on all versions
Does the Mercedes-Benz 190-Series have a driver airbag?
Standardon 29 of 35 versions