1991 Mercedes-Benz 190-Class Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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The Mercedes-Benz 190 was an effort by the carmaker to deliver Mercedes quality at an affordable price to a wider range of buyers who couldn't quite afford the pricier models. Nicknamed the "Baby Benz," the 190 was the smallest of the Mercedes models, but it packed a lot of technology under its not-quite-so-aerodynamic but still stylish skin.
In 1990, the 190 was available only in a 2.6-liter, 6-cylinder, 158-hp model, but for 1991 the carmaker added a smaller 2.3-liter, 4-cylinder, 130-hp version. For both models, a 5-speed manual overdrive transmission was standard, with a 4-speed automatic available as an option. A sunroof was standard with the 2.6-liter version, and optional with the smaller-engine model. Driver's-side airbags and ABS brakes were standard on both models, as were power windows, power door locks and air conditioning. Leather seats were available as an option for both models.
Published Aug 9, 2022 by CarGurus Editorial Team
User reviews for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190-Class
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by Fernando F
Dec 16, 2020
It is call baby benz and is ideal for customizing and you can put 8 cyl engine to make it fastDec 16, 2020
by Carol F
Dec 19, 2013
Great second car. Great handling. Fun to drive. Nice car to look at, chrome! For a car of this age, it is ageless. Reliable. Compact but not too compact. Acceleration is perfect. Braking is perfect. Safety first and confident. Haven't noticed blind spots. Gas mileage about 26 per gallon. Repair costs fair.Dec 19, 2013
by Jeffrey O
Jul 15, 2013
i bought this car from my mom. $2500. not bad for the $$$ it sat almost 3 yrs after we trailered it from SC to NY. Started right up and nothing really wrong. it blows hot air all the time, a vacuum leak i'm in no shape to find. put it on the road last September and hit a deer driving back from maine new years day. getting a bit rough, but still runs ok and is fun to drive, just not very good comfort for me. (bad back) Jul 15, 2013
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by Fernando F
Dec 16, 2020
It is call baby benz and is ideal for customizing and you can put 8 cyl engine to make it fastDec 16, 2020
by Carol F
Dec 19, 2013
Great second car. Great handling. Fun to drive. Nice car to look at, chrome! For a car of this age, it is ageless. Reliable. Compact but not too compact. Acceleration is perfect. Braking is perfect. Safety first and confident. Haven't noticed blind spots. Gas mileage about 26 per gallon. Repair costs fair.Dec 19, 2013
by Jeffrey O
Jul 15, 2013
i bought this car from my mom. $2500. not bad for the $$$ it sat almost 3 yrs after we trailered it from SC to NY. Started right up and nothing really wrong. it blows hot air all the time, a vacuum leak i'm in no shape to find. put it on the road last September and hit a deer driving back from maine new years day. getting a bit rough, but still runs ok and is fun to drive, just not very good comfort for me. (bad back) Jul 15, 2013
by Ayoub R
Mar 15, 2013
Over all i like this model it's a very very nice car it got balls big ones :P and i really like this model coz my dad had one a red one like so you know the rest :) and i guess that's it about it the preformance is good got some power .Mar 15, 2013
by Reb B
Feb 11, 2013
like looks, handling plus its got a superb stereo. However it is painful on long drives and the rear is lacking in leg room. great car for the small people!! was ripe for the picking at just $2500 dollars-thanks mom (rip)Feb 11, 2013
by Kevin J
Aug 12, 2011
The paint still shines, holds a beautiful gloss. It is small but feels like a car twice its size not from its weight by from its stance and road feel. It has all the bells and whistles pwr everything. Faux leather but stands the test of time. Looks nice with upgraded factory wheels. Handles OK but will benefit from stiffer springs. This might be the safest feeling small car ever made tank like feeling when you drive it (a smooth tank that is) This car is wonderful to own and drive as long as it is in good condition.Aug 12, 2011
by Ingo M
Jun 03, 2010
Nothin' special, but always faithful. Died a sudden death after the impact of a pile of alloy wheels coming down from the 2nd floor in my garage. 1.8 4-cylinder engine and 5-speed manual transmission. Oh, and hideous grey cloth inside.Jun 03, 2010
by Matthew R
Oct 07, 2009
very nice. white. inline 4. speedameter says 150. not that fast excellerating, but it gets good speed real quick. very nice car. loaded, sunroof, wood interior, very nice. no cup holeders,but there is a cigerete outlete. overall, nice carOct 07, 2009
by Brenda T
Oct 09, 2008
I owned this car for over 10 years and it was good to me. I invested mega bucks but it paid off because I didn't get hit (seriously) and I sold it and now it's gone. They didn't get hit either, until it was totalled, but no one was hurt.Oct 09, 2008
by Benson L
Aug 14, 2008
Excellent car! What a classic car! Its age is over 17 years, still drive stable. Especially in the U.K., there is a so cultural country, I bought it just for 600 pounds. Driving in the U.K. makes me feel like a Duke or a Baron. Ha... It's a really a gorgeous car.Aug 14, 2008
by Daniel D
Jul 27, 2008
i bought the beast as i wanted one for years when i got it i was very impressed as it went like stink stuck to the road well and was a gourgeos car. + i could drive it for 500 miles and still feel fresh at the end of the journy drifting was a must as i felt like a race car driver when in it.Jul 27, 2008
by Buck R
Jul 09, 2008
Used it for the Scally Rally 2006. 2.5 Diesel Auto. I snapped a half-shaft before we went and the throttle cable came off in the Alps which we fixed with tie-wraps. Bloody good fun though. Drove it halfway round the Rally and back home from Madrid with no exhaust.Jul 09, 2008
by Becca P
Jun 13, 2008
yeahh yeahh its ugly, but this thing still drives like a benz, it aint got no get-up-and-go, but will take you from 60 to 120 in a snap. hahaJun 13, 2008
by Kim A
Jun 12, 2008
I love my car ;DJun 12, 2008
by Daniel B
May 21, 2008
Con caja de 5ta
Sin accesorios grandes, pero 2.3May 21, 2008
by Graham M
May 13, 2008
Didn't have it long as I was moving on, but well built and easy to live with and the most comfortable driver's seatMay 13, 2008
by Marian M
May 12, 2008
What can I say - amazing German engineering ;)May 12, 2008
by Frank Z
Mar 07, 2008
Rim 16", 2.3lt Engine, 140HpMar 07, 2008
by Frank Z
Mar 07, 2008
Rim 16", 2.3 Engine 160HpMar 07, 2008
by Alex A
Feb 01, 2008
nice, german, reliable.Feb 01, 2008
by Ŧaċẻboǫk S
Jan 09, 2008
was always nice to drive Jan 09, 2008
by Kelvin W
Jan 03, 2008
pimp mobile when lowered and blacked outJan 03, 2008
by Michael D
Dec 25, 2007
An 2.0D with 500.000km!!!!
It droves like a new car, no annoying sound. No breakdowns.
Engine still sound like a Suis watch. On internet there Mercs with more than 1 million km and they're still going!!
Conclusion: it's an old car, but is was good, verry good.
Dec 25, 2007
by Ben L
Nov 08, 2007
Nice to drive, very sportyNov 08, 2007
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1991 Mercedes-Benz 190-Class Pricing
Original MSRP
$28,400 to $33,450Price range
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Airbags
Driver side front airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: power · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Convenience Features
Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: trunk release
Exterior Features
Paint: special factory paint
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Roof
Sunroof: power glass
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Heated: front seats · Upholstery: cloth
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning
Airbags
Driver side front airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: power · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Memorized settings: driver seat
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Roof
Sunroof: power glass
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Heated: front seats · Upholstery: leather
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy