Mercedes-Benz Commercial Vehicles is getting ready to pull the covers off its new-generation Citan compact van, and this one also sets the stage for a significant range expansion, which will include a fully electric variant called the eCitan as well as a more luxurious people hauler called the T-Class.
Like the first-generation Mercedes-Benz Citan, the second iteration will be based on the Renault Kangoo, through the company’s ties with the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi alliance. However, this time around the compact van will be offered with a choice between conventional combustion engines and a fully-electric powertrain.
While the Citan will be focused on the commercial market, the T-Class will be a more luxurious and passenger-oriented model, and this too will spawn an electric variant, as previewed by the recent EQT Concept.
Mercedes-Benz hasn’t announced the reveal date for the T-Class as yet, but we do know that the Citan is set to debut on August 25. The German carmaker promises that its new (albeit somewhat outsourced) van will offer comprehensive safety equipment and a high level of driver comfort.
“From the unmistakable design and driving behavior to safety and connectivity, the new generation of the Mercedes-Benz Citan has the DNA which customers have come to expect of the brand,” Mercedes-Benz said.
“Compact external dimensions despite a generous offering of space with a high load volume open up a diverse range of applications for the new Small Van, especially in inner-city distribution operations. Wide-opening sliding doors both on the left and right sides of the vehicle, as well as a low loading sill enable comfortable access to the interior and easy loading of the vehicle.”
Watch this space for more info when the new Mercedes-Benz Citan and eCitan make their world debut on August 25.
