The W191 170S-D emerged as Mercedes-Benz's first diesel passenger vehicle and the company's return to international markets after World War II.
Development began in 1947 at the Sindelfingen plant, adapting proven mechanical components with forward-thinking aerodynamic styling penned during the war years.
Production commenced in 1949, with the 170S-D quickly becoming the most popular Mercedes-Benz model in Europe due to diesel fuel economy and mechanical robustness.
Manufacturing concluded in 1955 as the modern W120 platform superseded the aging W191 design with fully synchronized transmissions and updated engineering.
Production timeline
- 1949Production begins at Sindelfingen
- 1955Production ends, W120 takes over
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