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Mercedes-Benz 190-Series W201 LCI

Years1988–1993
BodySedan
Variants35

The Mercedes-Benz 190-Series W201 LCI is a sedan, produced 1988–1993. This generation includes 35 variants available in Petrol and Diesel, with outputs ranging from 75 to 194 hp. The quickest variant in this generation reaches 100 km/h in 7.7 seconds. All variants in this generation use REAR WHEEL DRIVE drive. Select a variant below to compare full specifications, or use the fuel filter to narrow the list by powertrain type.

Mercedes-Benz 190-Series 1988 front view

Mercedes-Benz 190-Series W201 LCI35 variants

Top max speed in this generationBest consumption in this generationLongest electric range in this generationLowest CO₂ emissions in this generation
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Mercedes-Benz 190 E 2.5-16
2,498 cc·Manual·RWD·Petrol
194hp / 143 kW
7.7s
9.8l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz 190 E 2.6 Class
2,599 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
160hp / 118 kW
9.5s
10.3l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz 190 E 2.6 Class
2,599 cc·Manual·RWD·Petrol
160hp / 118 kW
9.2s
9.6l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz 190 E 2.6
2,599 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
160hp / 118 kW
9.5s
10.3l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz 190 E 2.6
2,599 cc·Manual·RWD·Petrol
160hp / 118 kW
9.2s
9.6l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz 190 E 2.3 Class
2,298 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
132hp / 97 kW
10.7s
8.8l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz 190 E 2.3 Class
2,298 cc·Manual·RWD·Petrol
132hp / 97 kW
10.6s
9.1l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz 190 E 2.3
2,298 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
132hp / 97 kW
10.7s
8.8l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz 190 E 2.3
2,298 cc·Manual·RWD·Petrol
132hp / 97 kW
10.6s
9.1l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz 190 D 2.5 Turbo Class
2,497 cc·Automatic·RWD·Diesel
126hp / 93 kW
11.5s
7.5l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz 190 D 2.5 Turbo Class
2,497 cc·Manual·RWD·Diesel
126hp / 93 kW
11.5s
7.5l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz 190 D 2.5 Turbo
2,497 cc·Automatic·RWD·Diesel
126hp / 93 kW
11.5s
7.5l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz 190 D 2.5 Turbo
2,497 cc·Manual·RWD·Diesel
126hp / 93 kW
11.5s
7.5l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz 190 E Class
1,997 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
118hp / 87 kW
11.5s
9.1l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz 190 E Class
1,997 cc·Manual·RWD·Petrol
118hp / 87 kW
10.9s
8.9l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz 190 E
1,997 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
118hp / 87 kW
11.5s
9.1l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz 190 E
1,997 cc·Manual·RWD·Petrol
118hp / 87 kW
10.9s
8.9l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz 190 E 1.8 Class
1,797 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
109hp / 80 kW
13.3s
-l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz 190 E 1.8 Class
1,797 cc·Manual·RWD·Petrol
109hp / 80 kW
12.7s
8.9l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz 190 E 1.8
1,797 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
109hp / 80 kW
13.3s
-l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz 190 E 1.8
1,797 cc·Manual·RWD·Petrol
109hp / 80 kW
12.7s
8.9l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz 190 E 1.8 Basic
1,797 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
109hp / 80 kW
13.3s
-l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz 190 E 1.8 Basic
1,797 cc·Manual·RWD·Petrol
109hp / 80 kW
12.7s
8.9l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz 190
1,997 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
102hp / 75 kW
-s
-l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz 190
1,997 cc·Manual·RWD·Petrol
102hp / 75 kW
12.8s
8.8l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz 190 D 2.5 Class
2,497 cc·Automatic·RWD·Diesel
94hp / 69 kW
16.1s
7.3l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz 190 D 2.5 Class
2,497 cc·Manual·RWD·Diesel
94hp / 69 kW
15.1s
7.1l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz 190 D 2.5
2,497 cc·Automatic·RWD·Diesel
94hp / 69 kW
16.1s
7.3l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz 190 D 2.5
2,497 cc·Manual·RWD·Diesel
94hp / 69 kW
15.1s
7.1l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz 190 D Class
1,997 cc·Automatic·RWD·Diesel
75hp / 55 kW
-s
6.8l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz 190 D Class
1,997 cc·Manual·RWD·Diesel
75hp / 55 kW
18.1s
6.6l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz 190 D
1,997 cc·Automatic·RWD·Diesel
75hp / 55 kW
-s
6.8l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz 190 D
1,997 cc·Manual·RWD·Diesel
75hp / 55 kW
18.1s
6.6l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz 190 D Basic
1,997 cc·Automatic·RWD·Diesel
75hp / 55 kW
-s
6.8l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz 190 D Basic
1,997 cc·Manual·RWD·Diesel
75hp / 55 kW
18.1s
6.6l/100km
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Updated Jun 2026 · Specifications sourced from manufacturer press releases and homologation documents.

Quick answers

What body type is the Mercedes-Benz 190-serie (1988-1993)?

The Mercedes-Benz 190-serie (1988-1993) is a sedan. All 35 variants in this generation share this body configuration. Full specifications including dimensions, weight, and cargo volume are listed on each variant page.

How many variants does the Mercedes-Benz 190-serie (1988-1993) have?

The Mercedes-Benz 190-serie (1988-1993) has 35 variants, each representing a distinct combination of engine output, transmission type, and equipment level. Browse the table below to compare power, acceleration, and consumption across all specs.

What years was the Mercedes-Benz 190-serie (1988-1993) produced?

The Mercedes-Benz 190-serie (1988-1993) was produced 1988–1993. During this production run the model was offered with multiple engine options and powertrain configurations. All variants from this period remain indexed with their original manufacturer specifications.

What fuel types are available in the Mercedes-Benz 190-serie (1988-1993)?

The Mercedes-Benz 190-serie (1988-1993) is available in Petrol, Diesel. Each fuel variant carries its own consumption rating, CO₂ output, and performance figures. Use the fuel filter above to narrow the list by powertrain type.