Mercedes-Benz 110 1961–1965 car dimensions: 4730 mm long, 1795 mm wide and 1495 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,250 kg. Braked towing is 1,200 kg.
The cabin matches the larger W111 models in layout and space for five, with bakelite dash trim and fixed-back seats as standard. Heating and ventilation are fitted, with a well-working fresh-air system and optional air conditioning mainly in some markets. Cloth or MB-Tex upholstery is standard, with rare options like leather, radio or sunroof. Power steering is optional from mid-1964. No electronic driver aids are listed.
Boot space is 640 litres, the same as the six-cylinder W111 models, making it practical for luggage on longer trips.
Payload is 450 kg. Braked towing capacity reaches 1200 kg and unbraked 660 kg. Optional rear air suspension or auxiliary springs were available from 1963 to help with loads.
The model saw heavy taxi and commercial use thanks to its space and economy. Chassis versions supported ambulance and estate conversions.
The cabin offers the same spacious seating for five and large trunk as higher models in the range. Visibility is excellent thanks to the panoramic front and rear glass. Seats are fixed-back early on with cloth standard and reclining fronts optional later. Trim is simple bakelite rather than wood. The ride is comfortable for touring and family use.
Gasoline 1.9-liter engine with carburetor.
Fuel use around 10.8 l/100 km combined.
52-liter fuel tank.
First Mercedes series with extensive crash testing.
Rigid passenger cell with front and rear crumple zones standard.
Wedge-pin door locks prevent opening in crashes.
The 190 c runs on gasoline via a single carburetor. Combined fuel use sits near 10.8 liters per 100 km with a 52-liter tank giving solid range for the era. It was popular with taxis for its efficiency.
Servicing needs are typical of the period with regular lubrication points on the front suspension. The car is known for durability when maintained. No fixed interval figures appear in the records.
Safety centers on a rigid passenger cell protected by crumple zones at both ends. The design was crash-tested extensively including rollover trials. Wedge-pin door locks keep doors shut in an impact. Dual-circuit brakes with front discs and servo assist arrived as standard from mid-1963. Power steering was optional later.
Keeping the car means watching for corrosion and dried seals on low-use examples. The shared body with larger models means good parts availability for body and suspension items.
Length 4730 mm, Width 1795 mm, Height 1495 mm, Wheelbase 2700 mm (110 1961–1965)
Sources: manufacturer data, Mercedes-Benz public archive 190 c page, carfolio.com, encyCARpedia.