Mercedes-Benz 190 Saloon (1983-)
  • Economy

    Value

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Doesn't hold its value any more.

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    High running costs insurance group 12.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Poor driving position - steering doesn't adjust and seat height adjustment is not great.

    Performance

    2 out of 5 2.0

    1.8 engine has 110bhp - but it weighs a ton - hence being sluggish.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Mine has broken down on me several times - expensive to repair.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Three pointed star - best thing about the car.

    Comfort

    2 out of 5 2.0

    No air con - one electric mirror - no lumber support.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    1 out of 5 1.0

    No alarm or immobiliser.

    Service

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Not helpful at all.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Coolant problem - water pump replaced. I lost all power on the motorway and car stalled in the third lane. Recently the fuel injection system failed and cost almost £2k to repair - I sold my car for scrap.

    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?

    No