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1993 Mercedes-Benz 190-Class Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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How do you take a good thing and make it better? You introduce a limited edition, of course. Or even better, introduce two limited editions. That's was Mercedes-Benz did for the final year of its entry-level, compact 190-class sedan, sending the "Baby Benz" out in style.
Two standard versions were available for the 1993 model year -- an entry-level 2.3-liter, 4-cylinder, 130-hp version, and a more robust 2.6-liter, 6-cylinder, 158-hp model. A 5-speed manual overdrive transmission was standard on both models, with a 4-speed automatic available as an option. Other standard equipment included anti-lock power brakes, power windows, driver's-side airbags, power door locks, and air conditioning.
Limited editions, available for both the 2.3-liter and 2.6-liter models, included sunroofs and leather seats as standard equipment. Special colors, upholstery, interior trim, and wheels were also included with the packages.
Published Aug 9, 2022 by CarGurus Editorial Team
User reviews for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190-Class
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by Ryan G
May 24, 2012
Awesome saloon. The power is great when going down the freeway.Very responsive chassis and super plush. Its not a racecar but comfortable and fun to drive. Deals on these can be found all the time if you have a chance buy oneMay 24, 2012
by David S
Jun 12, 2009
Awesome car. Still does 0-60 in about 7 seconds. Superb exhaust note and great on fuel consumption. Doesn't cost a lot to repair. I paid $1.20 for spark plugs. Car is so fun to drive it could only be better if it were a stickshift.Jun 12, 2009
by Alan B
Sep 28, 2008
This is the fourth 190E I've owned. Although this car isn't the one in the picture (that was the one it replaced) it looks almost exactly the same, the only noticable difference being an aftermarket Avantgarde grille.
The last one went to the scrap yard purely because some idiot brakedown mechanic fitted the wrong ignition coil which caused a shortcircuit that burnt out the wiring loom.
A great thing about these cars is how well they're designed, which means that they are very easy to take apart and put back together. Consequently, having had nothing serious go wrong with the old car other than an electrical fire, I bought another (cheaper, and less well looked after) with the same engine and in the same colour, stripped the old one for any parts that were needed.
Performance and handling are reasonable given the spec, fuel economy is also pretty good (especially compared to the 2.6L version I own!) at around 28-32 MPG around town, to 37-41 MPG for motorway driving.
It's quiet and comfortable, quick enough in the city, though the 2.6L version really is much better for motorway driving.Sep 28, 2008
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by Ryan G
May 24, 2012
Awesome saloon. The power is great when going down the freeway.Very responsive chassis and super plush. Its not a racecar but comfortable and fun to drive. Deals on these can be found all the time if you have a chance buy oneMay 24, 2012
by David S
Jun 12, 2009
Awesome car. Still does 0-60 in about 7 seconds. Superb exhaust note and great on fuel consumption. Doesn't cost a lot to repair. I paid $1.20 for spark plugs. Car is so fun to drive it could only be better if it were a stickshift.Jun 12, 2009
by Alan B
Sep 28, 2008
This is the fourth 190E I've owned. Although this car isn't the one in the picture (that was the one it replaced) it looks almost exactly the same, the only noticable difference being an aftermarket Avantgarde grille.
The last one went to the scrap yard purely because some idiot brakedown mechanic fitted the wrong ignition coil which caused a shortcircuit that burnt out the wiring loom.
A great thing about these cars is how well they're designed, which means that they are very easy to take apart and put back together. Consequently, having had nothing serious go wrong with the old car other than an electrical fire, I bought another (cheaper, and less well looked after) with the same engine and in the same colour, stripped the old one for any parts that were needed.
Performance and handling are reasonable given the spec, fuel economy is also pretty good (especially compared to the 2.6L version I own!) at around 28-32 MPG around town, to 37-41 MPG for motorway driving.
It's quiet and comfortable, quick enough in the city, though the 2.6L version really is much better for motorway driving.Sep 28, 2008
by Pete W
Mar 29, 2008
Great car quick, smooth and roomyMar 29, 2008
by Rahul K
Jan 06, 2008
Built like a tank and weighed like one too so affected braking, handling and acceleration.Jan 06, 2008
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190e 2.6,1993, pics gone
all my pics but gone,what was objectionable? you have no idea how difficult it was to load the pic,age 73 should tell you why,anyway had my daughter within the last week load them, felt good now their gone ,feel miserable
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Has there been a known problem with this part going out? My mom took it in to get the belt replaced and after they put the new one on they came back and said that the belt tensioner was squeaking and appeared to be loose and told here that it needs to be replaced. They said that it was going to be 400 for the part and 3 hours of labor. When she told me this I thought they were blowing smoke in her face cause I found the part at auto zone for 188.99. Is it there fault it's supposedly not working right?
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1993 Mercedes-Benz 190-Class Pricing
Original MSRP
$29,350 to $34,400Price range
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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
Exterior Features
Paint: special factory paint
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Roof
Sunroof: power glass
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Heated: front seats · Upholstery: vinyl
Telematics
Phone: cellular phone
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Airbags
Driver side front airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: power · Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Memorized settings: driver seat
Exterior Features
Paint: special factory paint
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Roof
Sunroof: power glass
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Heated: front seats · Passenger Seating: 4 · Upholstery: leather
Suspension
Front Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Spring Type: coil springs
Telematics
Phone: cellular phone
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
