1990 Mercedes-Benz 300-Class Review

Name: 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300-Class Review
Brand: Mercedes-Benz
Price: 7142 USD
Rating: 4.8 (46 reviews)

1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 2 Dr 500SL Convertible

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Convertible
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Wagon
Diesel

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What’s new

Big changes for the midsized offering from Mercedes. The 260 is now called the Mercedes 300E 2.6 to indicate that it is indeed a 300-Class and not a 190-Class. The 300CE gains a boost in horsepower by adding two more valves per cylinder. The central locking system will now handily close the windows and sunroof as well as lock the doors. The interior has been made more luxurious by adding more leather and wood to everything. SL Roadster is completely redesigned.

Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300-Class 300E 2.6 4dr Sedan and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.50 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.}

Monthly estimates based on costs in Ohio

$233/mo

$181/mo

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1990 300D 2.5 Turbo Diesel

aoussoren, 04/12/2013

1990 Mercedes-Benz 300-Class 300D Turbodiesel 4dr Sedan

Purchased this car with 221,000 miles on it from the original owner. Window sticker reads $40,000. + new! Mileage on sticker says between 27-33 MPG. On my last tank I was able to get 33.43 MPG Unreal for a full sized Benz. Love the way it rattles down the road. The interior design and quality is unreal. It is one of the most finely engineered cars I've ever owned. You must maintain the …

Best car I have ever owned - 40 years

stein-dog, 02/13/2010

1990 Mercedes-Benz 300-Class 300SE 4dr Sedan

This "S" class w126 sedan is the most reliable, best riding, safest car I have ever owned and has been the least expensive to maintain as well. Bought it w/ 122K miles 4 years ago (I'm 3rd owner); now at 148K, and have had only $2K in "by the book maintenance" costs during that period. I would take it across the country tomorrow without hesitation. Rides great, rock solid on the road, …

Great car, strong performer

mdolan777, 01/20/2005

1990 Mercedes-Benz 300-Class 300E 4dr Sedan

This car had 200K+ miles when we bought it - it still runs as strong as it probably ever did.

Sweet 90

James, 07/28/2005

1990 Mercedes-Benz 300-Class 300E 4dr Sedan

I bought my 1990 300e 15 months ago. Today I am learning that my water pump is in need of replacement and it will be a bit pricy. What I can say is that with 190K miles, that is to be expected. Otherwise I can say that this car loves the road. It's 15 years old and yet everytime I get into the car, I still get that first time drivin' feeling. I encourage all who research buying an …

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1990 300-Class Highlights

Type:

Convertible

Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	16 MPG
Cost to Drive	$262/month
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	7.9 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive

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Safety

IIHS Rating

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Small Overlap Front Driver-Side Test
Not Tested
Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side Test
Not Tested
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original
0
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Updated
Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Original
Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Updated
Not Tested
Roof Strength Test
Not Tested
Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint
Not Tested

1990 Mercedes-Benz 300-Class Review

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Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300-Class 300E 2.6 4dr Sedan and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.50 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.}

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Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300-Class 300E 2.6 4dr Sedan and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.50 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.

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1990 300D 2.5 Turbo Diesel

Best car I have ever owned - 40 years

Great car, strong performer

Sweet 90

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Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300-Class 300E 2.6 4dr Sedan and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.50 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.}