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Originally Posted by check_raizer I was wondering if anyone out here uses regular octane instead of premium, in particularly on a 1990 190e, or if anyone knows that doing this would be severely detrimental. I have read that doing so only decreases the performance . . . but I don't want to be wrong. I am looking at buying one used. . . and fuel costs are a major factor for me.
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A 190E, while it's the lowest gas sipper in the MB line, consumes around the 25mpg (city for a 2.6 engine). There are a lot of other cars that get better mileage than this. If gas is an issue, why not just buy a car that will give you more gas mileage. A 190E is not it!
You also have to factor in the cost of your maintenance. MB maintenace is not the same as maintaining a Honda or a Toyota.