Mercedes-Benz 190E bucket seat guide
W201, 1982 to 1993
The 190E built its reputation on the track as much as the road, and remains a popular base for touring car-style builds. The Planted Technology bracket is confirmed for this car, with a full range of competition and reclining seats to fit.
- The Planted Technology bracket is confirmed for the 190E, W201
- Universal side mount brackets and sliding runners give the fixing options for seats using their own runners
- The competition bucket range runs from the Auto Style Type BS6 through to the Sparco QRT-R
- Reclining sport seats keep more factory comfort while still improving on the standard seat
- Harnesses above 3-point need a roll cage or a properly engineered harness bar
Mounting
The Planted Technology Seat Bracket at £185.50 is confirmed for the 190E.
The Sparco FIA Steel Side Mount Brackets at £75 and the Endurance Motorsport Sliding Runner Kit at £34 give the fixing options for seats using their own runners.
Competition bucket seats
The Auto Style Type BS6 at £249 and Type BS1 Fabric at £270 are the accessible starting points. The Mirco RS1 3D at £372 and Sabelt GT3 at £431 are FIA-rated options a step up. The Sparco QRT-R Fibreglass at £544 is the premium choice for a 190E built properly for competition.
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Competition seats for the 190EWhich bucket seat for a Mercedes-Benz 190E
The Auto Style Type BS6 at £249 is the practical starting point for a track day car. If you want FIA approval, the Mirco RS1 3D at £372 is well judged for the money. For a 190E built properly for competition, the Sparco QRT-R Fibreglass at £544 is the strongest option here.
Reclining sport seats
The Auto Style Type AK at £235 and Type BS5 at £295 are the accessible starting points. The Sparco R333 at £374.56 and Sparco GT at £421.58 sit a step up, keeping more factory comfort while still improving on the standard seat.
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Harnesses
Harnesses need a roll cage or harness barA 4-point, 5-point or 6-point harness with separate shoulder straps needs proper attachment points above and behind the seat. Fit a roll cage or a properly engineered harness bar before using anything above a 3-point belt.
The TRS Clubman 3-point bolt-in at £80 and 4-point clip-in at £100 both use the standard seat belt anchor points and do not need a cage. For 4-point competition use, the TRS Magnum 4-point FIA at £205 and the Takata Drift II at £229 are the step up.
For 6-point harnesses, the cage goes in first. The TRS Magnum 6-point Superlite FIA at £245, the Takata Drift III at £270, and the Schroth Profi 3×2 at £370.01 all suit a caged 190E going to competition or serious track days.
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Harnesses for the 190EWhich harness for a Mercedes-Benz 190E
If you are not fitting a cage, the TRS Clubman 3-point bolt-in at £80 is the straightforward upgrade using the standard anchor points. For a caged 190E going to competition, the TRS Magnum 6-point Superlite FIA at £245 is the practical choice, with the Schroth Profi 3x2 at £370.01 for the top of the range.
What fits
Mounting for every seat in this guide.
| Seat | Mounting | Notes |
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| Auto Style Type BS6 | Bracket, side mount | |
| Mirco RS1 3D FIA | Bracket, side mount | |
| Sabelt GT3 FIA | Bracket, side mount | |
| Sparco QRT-R Fibreglass FIA | Bracket, side mount | |
| Sparco / Auto Style reclining seats | Bracket, universal runners |
Common questions
Does the bracket fit all 190E models?
The Planted Technology bracket is confirmed for the 190E, W201. Ask us if you have a specific variant you want confirmed.
Can I run a 6-point harness without a roll cage?
No. A 6-point harness needs anchor points above and behind the seat for the shoulder straps. Fit a roll cage or a properly engineered harness bar first.
Should I choose a competition bucket or a reclining seat?
A competition bucket holds you better through a corner but is harder to live with day to day. A reclining seat keeps more factory comfort while still improving on the standard seat.
Do I need side mounts as well as the bracket?
It depends on the seat. Some fit directly to the bracket, others need side mounts as well. Check the seat listing or ask us to confirm.
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