Mercedes-Benz 190
1985–1986 · 10 configurations
The Mercedes-Benz 190 has been tested by the EPA across 10 different configurations spanning model years 1985 through 1986. Over this period, the 190 has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 18 MPG to 30 MPG, with an overall average of 23 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.
All Configurations
| Year | Powertrain | Annual Cost | City | Hwy | Comb MPG | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | 2.3L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive Automatic 4-spd • Regular | $3,150 | 18 | 21 | 19MPG | |
| 1986 | 2.3L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive Automatic 4-spd • Premium | $3,450 | 18 | 22 | 20MPG | |
| 1986 | 2.3L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive Manual 5-spd • Regular | $3,000 | 17 | 24 | 20MPG | |
| 1986 | 2.3L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive Manual 5-spd • Premium | $3,650 | 16 | 24 | 19MPG | |
| 1986 | 2.5L 5-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive Automatic 4-spd • Diesel | $2,900 | 26 | 31 | 28MPG | |
| 1986 | 2.5L 5-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive Manual 5-spd • Diesel | $2,900 | 25 | 34 | 28MPG | |
| 1985 | 2.2L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive Automatic 4-spd • Diesel | $3,000 | 26 | 30 | 27MPG | |
| 1985 | 2.2L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive Manual 5-spd • Diesel | $2,700 | 26 | 35 | 30MPG | |
| 1985 | 2.3L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive Automatic 4-spd • Regular | $3,300 | 17 | 20 | 18MPG | |
| 1985 | 2.3L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive Manual 5-spd • Regular | $3,000 | 17 | 24 | 20MPG |
Historical Efficiency
Safety Rating History
NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (190) has not been independently rated.
Complaint & Incident History
The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Mercedes-Benz 190. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.
No NHTSA consumer complaints have been reported for this model.
Fatal Crash History (FARS)
The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz 190 grouping as reported by the NHTSA.
Total Fatal Crashes1Total Deaths0
Incident Risk Profile
Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.
Year-by-Year Trend & Severity
Platform Recall Intelligence
Most Recalled Components
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