Mercedes-Benz 190 (W201) E Evolution II 2.5 (235 hp)

Gasoline engine with 235 hp (173 kW) and 181 lb-ft (245 Nm), built 1989–1990, sedan body, rear-wheel drive. It is the most powerful gasoline version of the generation.

Mercedes-Benz 190 (illustrative photo) Enlarge
Power235 hp (173 kW)
Torque181 lb-ft (245 Nm)
0–62 mph7.1 s
Top speed155 mph (250 km/h)
FuelGasoline

Specifications

Engine

Engine versionE Evolution II 2.5 (235 hp)
Engine codeM 102 E 25/2 / 102.992
Displacement2.5 L (2,463 cm³)
Cylinders4
Cylinder layoutInline
Engine positionFront, Longitudinal
Valves per cylinder4
ValvetrainDOHC
Fuel systemMulti-point indirect injection
Compression ratio9-7
Bore97.3 mm
Stroke82.8 mm

Performance

Power235 hp (173 kW) @ 7200 rpm
Torque181 lb-ft (245 Nm) @ 5000-6000 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)7.1 s
Top speed155 mph (250 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelGasoline
City18 mpg (13.3 l/100 km)
Fuel tank18.5 gal (70 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleSedan
Doors5
Length178.9 in (4,543 mm)
Width67.7 in (1,720 mm)
Height52.8 in (1,342 mm)
Curb weight2,954 lb (1,340 kg)
Gross vehicle weight4,057 lb (1,840 kg)
Cargo volume14.5 cu ft (410 l)

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveRear-wheel drive
Gears5
SteeringHydraulic power steering
Front suspensionSpring strut, hydropneumatic, stabilizer bar
Rear suspensionHydropneumatic, independent multi-link
TiresFront wheel tires: 245/40 ZR 17\; Rear wheel tires: 245/40 ZR 17
WheelsFront wheel rims: 8.25J x 17\; Rear wheel rims: 8.25J x 17

What to check on a Mercedes-Benz 190 with this engine

  • On a gasoline engine, check the oil consumption, the timing chain or belt and, on turbo engines, the turbocharger.
  • Test the clutch or the automatic transmission from a cold start and in the low gears.
  • Compare the odometer with the readings in the service records and in the VIN history report: a big gap means the mileage was rolled back.

Other Mercedes-Benz 190 (W201) engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
2.0 (90 hp)Gasoline90 hp (66 kW)
2.0 i (122 hp)Gasoline122 hp (90 kW)
D 2.0 (72 hp)Gasoline72 hp (53 kW)
E 2.3-16 (185 hp)Gasoline185 hp (136 kW)
2.5 D (91 hp)Diesel91 hp (67 kW)
2.5 D (91 hp) AutomaticDiesel91 hp (67 kW)
E 2.0 (113 hp)Gasoline113 hp (83 kW)
E 2.0 (116 hp)Gasoline116 hp (85 kW)
E 2.0 (118 hp)Gasoline118 hp (87 kW)
E 2.3-16 (170 hp)Gasoline170 hp (125 kW)
E 2.3-16 (177 hp)Gasoline177 hp (130 kW)
2.0 (105 hp)Gasoline105 hp (77 kW)
2.0 CAT (102 hp)Gasoline102 hp (75 kW)
2.3 i (136 hp)Gasoline136 hp (100 kW)
2.6 i (160 hp)Gasoline160 hp (118 kW)
E 2.6 (166 hp)Gasoline166 hp (122 kW)
2.5 TD (126 hp)Diesel126 hp (93 kW)
2.5 TD (126 hp) AutomaticDiesel126 hp (93 kW)
D 2.5 Turbo (122 hp)Diesel122 hp (90 kW)
E 2.3 (132 hp)Gasoline132 hp (97 kW)
E 2.5-16 (204 hp)Gasoline204 hp (150 kW)
2.0 D (75 hp)Diesel75 hp (55 kW)
2.0 D (75 hp) AutomaticDiesel75 hp (55 kW)
2.5 D (94 hp)Diesel94 hp (69 kW)
2.5 D (94 hp) AutomaticDiesel94 hp (69 kW)
2.5 i 16V (195 hp)Gasoline195 hp (143 kW)
1.8i (109 hp)Gasoline109 hp (80 kW)
1.8i (109 hp) AutomaticGasoline109 hp (80 kW)

← All Mercedes-Benz 190 (W201) engines

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