Mercedes-Benz , GT , C190/R190

The Mercedes-Benz 190 (W201) is a compact executive car produced from 1984 to 1993. The 190 series is a facelifted version of the 190E, introduced in 1984 as a replacement for the W114/5 series.

Engine and Performance

• Available engines: M102 (1.8L inline-4), M103 (2.0L inline-4), M111 (1.9L turbocharged inline-4)
• Power output: 83-143 horsepower
• Transmission: 3-speed automatic, 5-speed manual

Design and Features

• Length: 442.7 cm (174.3 in)
• Width: 169.2 cm (66.6 in)
• Height: 142.8 cm (56.2 in)
• Wheelbase: 253 cm (99.6 in)
• Front track: 143.5 cm (56.5 in)
• Rear track: 143.3 cm (56.4 in)
• Kerb weight: 995-1,215 kg (2,197-2,672 lb)

Trim Levels

• 190D: diesel engine
• 190E: gasoline engines
  • E: base model
  • 1.8: 1.8L inline-4
  • 2.0: 2.0L inline-4
  • 16V: 2.0L inline-4 with DOHC and 143 horsepower
  • 2.3-16V (not available in all markets): 2.3L inline-4 with DOHC and 143 horsepower
  • 1.9 G-TURBO: 1.9L turbocharged inline-4
• 190GT: 1.8L inline-4, GT package added

Safety Features

• Anti-lock braking system (ABS) available from 1987
• Airbags optional from 1990

Production Numbers

• Total production: approximately 2.5 million units
• Production ended in March 1993