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1991 Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.3 MT

All Mercedes-Benz 190E W201 trims (1984–1993) → All Mercedes-Benz 190E generations →
1991 Mercedes-Benz 190E – front Unverified
Photo: Mercedes-Benz 190E (W201) 2.0 front by M.rJirapat, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photos show the W201 (W201, 1984–1993); trim, color, and model year may differ.
All photo credits
  1. Photo: Mercedes-Benz 190E (W201) 2.0 front by M.rJirapat, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  2. Photo: 1991 Mercedes 190E 1.8 Auto by Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  3. Photo: 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 (W201) (53204322725) by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  4. Photo: Mercedes-Benz 190E (W201) 2.0 rear right by M.rJirapat, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  5. Photo: 1985 Mercedes Benz W201 190E (Interior) by Thines J Shankar, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

The 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.3 MT is a 130-hp 2.3-liter inline-4 with a 5-speed manual and rear-wheel drive. It is rated at 21 mpg combined.

It makes 130 horsepower at 5,100 rpm and 146 lb-ft of torque at 3500 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 18 mpg city and 26 mpg highway (21 mpg combined).

The 190E measures 175.1 inches long on a 104.9-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,987 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSedan
PowertrainGas
Engine
Engine Type2.3L SOHC 8-valve I4 (M102)
Displacement2.3 L
Horsepower130 hp @ 5,100 rpm
Torque146 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm
ValvetrainSOHC, 2 valves/cylinder
Bore and Stroke95.5 x 80.25 mm
Injection TypeBosch KE-Jetronic fuel injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeRear-wheel drive
Transmission
Transmission5-speed manual
Fuel Economy
City18 MPG
Highway26 MPG
Combined21 MPG
Recommended FuelPremium unleaded
Tank Capacity14.5 gal
Dimensions & Weight
Length175.1 in
Width66.5 in
Height54.1 in
Wheelbase104.9 in
Curb Weight2,987 lbs

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Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall Not rated
Frontal crash Not rated
Frontal – driver ★★★★★
Frontal – passenger ★★★★★
Side crash Not rated
Rollover Not rated
Tested variant: 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190E 4-DR.

Recalls

No recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190E.

16 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190E

Owner Complaints

16 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190E (2 mention a crash, 4 a fire, 3 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Electrical System4
Air Bags2
Engine And Engine Cooling2
Visibility2
Fuel System1
Gasoline1
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Jun 18, 2008 · Vehicle Speed Control
“1991 MERCEDES 190E IDLED OUT OF CONTROL. CANT FIND ANYONE WHO KNOWS WHAT IS WRONG WITH THIS CAR OR HOW TO FIX IT. ITS A HAZARD AND DANGEROUS TO DRIVE. WHEN IT IDLES UP SO HIGH, THE CAR ACTUALLY PEELS…”
Jun 26, 2007 · Fuel System, Gasoline, Other Fire
“ATTEMPTED TO START VEHICLE AFTER OVERNIGHT PARKING. WHEN I ACTIVATED IGNITION THERE WAS A LOUD EXPLOSION UNDER THE HOOD WHICH BLEW OFF MOST OF THE INSULATION LINING AND IGNITED A FIRE AROUND THE AIR…”
Oct 31, 2001 · Engine And Engine Cooling
“WHILE DRIVING AND WITHOUT ANY WARNING VEHICLE CUTS OFF, CAUSING LOSS OF POWER. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED, AND HAS REPLACED THREE HEAD GASKETS. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS.*AK”
May 4, 2001 · Engine And Engine Cooling
“PLASTIC NECK FOR UPPER RADIATOR HOSE FRACTURED WITH COMPLETE LOSS OF COOLANT. *AK”
Jan 31, 2001 · Air Bags Crash 2 injuries
“WHILE DRIVING AT ABOUT 45-50 MPH CONSUMER HAD A HIGH IMPACT HEAD-ON COLLISON. UPON IMPACT, DRIVER'S SID AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. CONTACTED DEALER, AND DEALER WAS JUST AWARE THAT AIRS BAG DID NOT…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1991 MERCEDES-BENZ 190E. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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