South Africans are known for their love for a good family carrier, and the Mercedes-Benz V300d brings a fresh perspective to luxury travel.
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Mercedes-Benz V300d Avantgarde AMG Line Fast Facts
- Price: R1 894 683 (base)
- Engine: 2.0-litre, turbodiesel
- Power: 174 kW @ 4 200 r/min
- Torque: 550 N.m @ 1 600 – 2 400 r/min
- Gears: 9-speed automatic, RWD
- Fuel Economy: 8.0 L/100 km (claimed)
- 0-100 km/h: 7.8 sec
- Maintenance Plan: 7-years/140 000 km
- Warranty: 5-years/100 000 km
Though the Mercedes-Benz V300d can be specified to carry anything from five passengers to eight, it is in the 7-seater configuration that this minibus really draws attention. If anything, it puts a new spin on the term ‘versatile family carrier’.
At first glance, the V300d looks like any other luxury van, but a closer look reveals its standout feature: the seating arrangement. The model in question, the V300d Avantgarde AMG Line, boasts heating, ventilation, and memory functions for the front seats. It’s all about comfort here. The seats are plush and supportive, and both can be adjusted to find your ideal seating position. But it is in the rear where the V300d steps its game up.
The rear seats are configured to turn travel into a unique experience. It features a face-to-face arrangement, with the second and third rows facing each other. This setup creates a sense of space and interaction; basically, encouraging a social atmosphere. Access to the rear pews is granted via two electric sliding doors, which can be operated via buttons on the centre console below the dashboard, the rear door handles, or a button on the key.
Know when to fold ‘em
For families taking on the open road, practicality is just as important as comfort. This is where the V300d’s 7-seat arrangement offer another layer of versatility. They can be adjusted, folded, or even removed entirely, allowing the interior to be reconfigured in multiple ways to suit different needs. Whether you need more room for luggage, want to create a lounge-like environment for a longer trip, or need to make space for an impromptu picnic on the go, the V300d’s seating can adapt.
Beyond the comfort and versatility of the seats, the Mercedes-Benz V300d provides generous luggage capacity, making it even more ideal for road trips. With all seats in place, the van offers 542 L of boot capacity. As mentioned, the removal of the rear seats will increase the cargo area. This flexibility means that whether you’re heading out on a weekend getaway or a longer road trip, there’s always room for everything you need.
