Mercedes-Benz has just updated its entire V-Class family, which includes the Mercedes-Benz V-Class and Vito, as well as their all-electric counterparts; the EQV and eVito, and the V-Class Marco Polo camper van. Here is all info on the people mover and commercial van.
The vans received fresh exterior styling with a larger grille that extends into the bumper. Each model has a unique grille design, and some versions of the V-Class and EQV feature a LED light band around the grille, while the V-Class Exclusive model has an upright Mercedes star on the bonnet for the first time. Additionally, there are five new exterior colours available, and there are new wheel options with sizing up to 19-inch alloys.
The updated Mercedes-Benz V-Class comes in three body lengths (Compact, Long, and Extra-Long) and four variants (entry-level, Style, Avantgarde, and Exclusive). It offers a 12,3-inch digital instrument cluster and a 12,3-inch touchscreen infotainment system in one housing, both running the latest MBUX infotainment software. The Van can accommodate up to eight passengers.
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The EQV, available only in Avantgarde trim, is offered in two body lengths and has specific exterior and interior styling. Its infotainment system comes with electro-specific displays and settings, including pre-air-conditioning and charging settings. Like the V-Class, the EQV can seat up to eight people and its navigation system includes active range management. The expected range numbers for the EQV have not been disclosed yet but it’s worth noting that the current outgoing model has 405 km of range and generates 150 kW of power.
The more working-man Mercedes Vito comes in either Panel Van, Crew Cab, and Tourer body styles with three body lengths. The Vito also receives a refreshed exterior with restyled front and rear bumpers, with the base trim having unpainted bumpers. The Vito range now includes alloy wheels and features a 5,5-inch colour display between two analogue gauges, as well as a 10,25-inch touchscreen infotainment system running the latest MBUX software.
The updated Mercedes-Benz eVito closely follows the changes applied to the combustion-powered model. It comes in two body lengths and can be configured as a Panel Van or Tourer. Like the EQV, it also has electro-specific infotainment displays and settings, along with active range management for the navigation system. The eVito Tourer now offers a power tailgate.
The V-Class Marco Polo is a fully equipped camper van accommodating up to four people, and includes a pop-up roof with a bed, bench seat, folding table, fully equipped kitchen, and wardrobe. It features LED lighting with dimmable main lights and 64-colour ambient lighting, 230-volt and two 12-volt interior sockets, two USB charging ports, and an external 23-volt power supply.
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The camper comes with an air suspension that can be adjusted with the push of a button to level the vehicle on uneven ground. It also includes an interface module that can be controlled through a touchscreen or smartphone app, allowing management of various features such as water tank levels, battery charge, cool box temperature, auxiliary heater, sunroof, sound system, ambient lighting, and central display locking.
Mercedes has yet to disclose specific powertrain details, but the current range-topping V-Class comes with a 2,0-litre turbodiesel engine producing 174 kW and 550 Nm of torque. More information regarding the powertrains for these updated models will be announced at a later date
