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Mercedes-Benz 190 W201, facelift 1988 E 2.5-16 (195 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
Mercedes-Benz 190:
The Mercedes-Benz W201 is the internal designation for the Mercedes 190 series sedans, a range of front-engine, rear drive, five passenger, four-door sedans manufactured over a single generation, from 1982 to 1993 as the company's first compact class automobile.
Designed by Bruno Sacco, head of styling at Mercedes-Benz from 1975 to 1999, the W201 debuted at the 1982 Paris Motor Show. Manufactured in both Bremen and Sindelfingen, Germany, production reached 1,879,629 over its eleven-year model life....(Read more on Wikipedia)
W201, facelift 1988 Overview:
Mercedes-Benz 190 (W201, facelift 1988). With 235 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1300 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 7.8 s). The top speed reaches 230 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
E 2.5-16 (195 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Exceptional performance for its time, offering thrilling acceleration and high-revving power, even with the automatic.
Fuel Economy
Performance-oriented, so fuel economy will be lower, especially when driven enthusiastically.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional build quality and durability
- • Comfortable and refined ride
- • Timeless, understated design
- • Wide range of efficient diesel and powerful petrol engines
- • Excellent long-term reliability and longevity
- • Strong classic car appeal, especially performance variants
Cons:
- • Entry-level engines can be very slow
- • Automatic transmissions can feel dated and sluggish
- • Rust can be an issue on neglected examples
- • Parts for specialized models (e.g., Cosworth) are expensive
- • Lack of modern safety features (no Euro NCAP rating)
- • Interior design is functional but lacks modern amenities
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(W201, facelift 1988: January, 1991 - August, 1993).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model: | 190 |
| Generation: | W201, facelift 1988 |
| Modification (Engine): | E 2.5-16 (195 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | July, 1988 |
| End of production: | June, 1993 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 195 Hp @ 6750 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 78.1 Hp/l [18mm less] |
| Torque: | 235 Nm @ 5000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | M 102 E 25/2 / 102.990 More details about the engine M 102 E 25/2 / 102.990 |
| Engine displacement: | 2498 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5 l |
| Coolant: | 8 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 95.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 87.2 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.7:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 12.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.4 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 7.8 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 7.8 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 230 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.7 kg/Hp, 150 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.5 kg/Nm, 180.8 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 7.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1300 |
| Max. weight: | 1800 |
| Max load: | 500 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 410 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4430 mm mm [18mm less] |
| Width: | 1706 mm mm [16mm more] |
| Height: | 1361 mm mm [14mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2665 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1446 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1431 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Cone worm with recirculation balls |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 205/55 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 7J x 15 |
| Front suspension | Wishbone, Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Hydro-pneumatic element, Independent multi-link suspension, Transverse stabilizer |
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