Mercedes-Benz 190 Saloon (1983-)
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very good.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Much lower than expected.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    A bit slippy in the wet.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Top end pretty good. Slow from a start, though.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    As good as expected. Only one fault at 135,000 mile.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    No one can knock it for quality.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Interior lasts well, but not many extras thrown in.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Get used to people having a go at the badge.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Fair.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Alternator replaced at 135k miles. Cat gone at 145k - very expensive.

    Other

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes