1954 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing
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Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.5-16 Evolution
1989 · Sedan · Limited edition · 502 built
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Shifty Estimate
$133,000
Low confidence · $100K to $166K
- Median · 12 mo
- $97,516
- Sales · 12 mo
- 4
- Market cap
- $66.8M · 502 built
The market
Every recorded 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.5-16 Evolution sale, by date and price
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Sold prices, last 12 months · Oct 2, 2026
| 2.5-16 Evolution1989 | 2.5-16 Evolution II1990 | 2.5-161988 to 1993 | 2.3-161984 to 1988 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shifty Estimate | $133,000Low confidence | $361,600Low confidence | $9,600 | $29,900 |
| Sold median | $97,5164 sales | Too few sales to call1 sale | $24,4443 sales | $30,7506 sales |
| 12-month move | Too few sales to call | Too few sales to call | Too few sales to call | Up 21.1% |
| For sale | None | None | None | None |
Specifications
- Engine
- Cosworth DOHC I4, 2.5L
- Power
- 195 hp
- Torque
- 177 lb-ft
- 0 to 60
- 7.2 s
- Top speed
- 143 mph
- Transmission
- Manual
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Curb weight
- 2,870 lb
- Production
- 502 built
Common questions
How much does a Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.5-16 Evolution cost?
Over the past 12 months, 4 have sold publicly at a median of $97,516. The Shifty Estimate for a well-kept example is $133,000. Cars have changed hands anywhere from $99,750 to $166,250, depending on mileage, color, and history.
What is a 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.5-16 Evolution worth today?
The Shifty Estimate is $133,000. That sits above the $97,516 median of actual sales because the median counts every car that sold, including high-mileage examples, while the estimate describes a clean, low-mileage one bought today. We rate confidence low: 4 public sales in a year is not enough to be firm, and the honest range is wide. Treat it as a starting point, not a valuation.
What has a Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.5-16 Evolution sold for at auction?
The most recent public sale we have on file:
- $133,032Oct 10, 202570,218 mi
About the 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.5-16 Evolution
The original Evolution bridged the gap between the standard 2.5-16 and the extreme Evo II, offering a taste of homologation special madness in a slightly more civilized package. Limited to just 502 units in 1989, it featured the first iteration of the aggressive body kit that would define the Evolution series, though without the Evo II's extreme rear wing. The 2.5-liter Cosworth engine produced 195 hp, while wider fenders accommodated the necessary wider track for DTM competition. Less visually dramatic than the Evo II but more approachable than the standard car, the Evolution I has become increasingly sought-after as collectors recognize its significance in the 190E hierarchy. Values continue climbing as enthusiasts appreciate its perfect balance of street usability and racing pedigree.
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