Mercedes-Benz 190 Saloon (1983-)
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Not bad considering its age. Low depreciation.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good fuel economy and insurance group.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Precise steering, nice handling.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    I've hit 125mph on the M1 in my Merc.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    My Merc is almost 11 years old and never broken down in it - even after 120,000 miles it drives well.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    A Merc is a Merc!

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Quite roomy, but the steering wheel doesn't adjust.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Had to put an after-market alarm system on it.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes