Tag: Mercedes Vito

  • Mercedes expands its Vito lineup. Check out the new guys!

    2019 Mercedes-Benz Vito Mercedes-Benz Vans UK Ltd will introduce three new trim levels to the Vito lineup. These additions will aid customers to choose the right vehicle for the right purpose. Launching in January, all new Vito models will benefit form a leather steering wheel, comfort driver’s seat, automatic headlights and parking sensors. And something more – the lineup will feature PURE, PROGRESSIVE and PREMIUM lines.

    PURE comes with Audio 10 infotainment system, Active Parking Assist, parking sensors, heated and electrically adjusted exterior mirrors, overhead control panel and heat-insulating glass as part of the standard equipment. This upgrade pack is available for 109 CDI, 111 CDI, 114 CDI.

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    On the other hand, PROGRESSIVE offers metallic paint, color-coded front and rear bumpers, Audio 15 infotainment system, electrically folding mirrors, front fog lamps, cruise control, full wheel trims and driver’s seat lumbar support. Available for all engines except for the top 119 CDI.

    And last, but not least, PREMIUM comes with air conditioning, 17-inch alloy wheels, a chrome radiator grille, reversing camera, anti-theft protection package and double lock, velour floor mats, and pre-installation for Becker Map Pilot navigation.

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    Also, Vito Tourer will retain the previous two PRO and SELECT trim lines and another one, SPORT will be added in the near future. Furthermore, Vito lengths will be identified as L1, L2 and L3 that would replace the former Compact, Long and Extra Long nomenclature.

    Source: Mercedes-Benz 

  • Cobra Accessories Adorn the new Mercedes V-Class and Vito vans

    Cobra Mercedes V-Class

    Cobra Technology & Lifestyle offers exclusive accessories for the new Mercedes V-Class and Mercedes Vito vans. The new components are designed with such precision that they not only enhance the vans visually but also serve to protect the body against damage. Benefiting from the goodies, both the exclusive V-Class lifestyle model and the Vito are designed mainly for commercial use. With the add – on conversion parts, the vehicles are able to demonstrate exciting appearance and active safety.

    The upgrade package includes front guard that has a tube diameter of 60 millimeters and arrives in three surface finishes: chrome-plated stainless steel, a titanium-look finish, and coated with matte black plastic. This accessory feature serves to provide with protection against minor fender benders. Focusing on the idea of maximized safety, the German vehicle refinement specialist Cobra Technology & Lifestyle offer auxiliary high-beam headlamps. They come as a ready-to-install kit which is comprised of two different brackets for mounting the auxiliary lights either on the top or bottom tube of the front guard.

    Additionally, Cobra Technology & Lifestyle Mercedes V-Class and Mercedes Vito vans receive an upgrade on the sides too. Thanks to the rocker panel guards that can be installed, the access and exit as well as the loading and unloading becomes much easier. The stainless-steel components are available for vans with one or two sliding doors and can be purchased in a matte black, chrome-plated or titanium-look finish. Another option, though, is the Cobra Technology & Lifestyle rocker panel guards that embrace the body, thus, protecting the sides of the van. They come in diameter of 60 millimeters and are available in a brushed stainless-steel version. Finally, the robust running boards for the V-Class and the Vito vans can be ordered with integrated LED entrance lights.

    Source: Automediapool

  • 2014 Mercedes-Benz Vito – The Better V-Class

    Mercedes-Benz has officially unveiled the all-new 2014 Vito. The mid-size van offers a best-in-class cargo capacity, three different lengths and two wheelbases. Although, the new Vito  has a record-level payload, the purchase price and maintenance costs are unexpectedly low. The price tag for the entry level – Vito 109 CDI panel van is just €17,990.

    2014 Mercedes-Benz Vito boasts a record payload of 1,369 kg (3,018 lbs). The length variants include: 4,895mm, 5,140mm and 5,730mm – a full 140 mm longer than its predecessor. The maximum height of the vehicle stands at 1,910 mm. The new Vito can be had in panel van, Vito Crew and Vito Tourer variant. All models come with adaptive ESP (electronic stability program), disc brakes and up to 8 airbags.

    All models also feature tire pressure monitoring system and optionally can be had with Active Parking Assist, Lane Keeping Assist and Blind Spot Assist.

    An optional Intelligent Light System (ILS) provides an alternative in the new Vito to the standard, powerful halogen headlamps. Unique for vans, this technology consists of LED indicators, LED daytime running lamps, as well as LED low-beam headlamps and main beam with cornering light function. Depending on the road speed, the headlamps adapt for driving on motorways or country roads by varying the light distribution.

    The engine range includes a 1.6 liter four-cylinder diesel – Vito 109 CDI – 88HP (65 kW); 111CDI – 114HP (84 kW) – for the front wheel-drive versions. The rear-wheel drive models include 114 CDI, 116 CDI and 119 BlueTEC all powered by a 2.2 liter four-cylinder diesel with 136HP (100 kW), 163HP (120 kW) and 190HP (140 kW), respectively. These engines are mated as standard to a 6-speed manual except for the Vito 119 BlueTEC which comes with a 7-speed automatic transmission. The automatic gearbox is available as an option for the Vito 114 CDI and Vito 116 CDI.

    Source: Mercedes-Benz

  • Mercedes-Benz Vito E-CELL

    The Mercedes-Benz Vito E-CELL is the world’s first electric van, which is now eligible for the Government’s new Plug-In Van Grant, reducing costs by 20%. There are several regulations needed to be fulfilled like emitting less than 75g/km CO2, be capable of at least 60 miles (100 km) between charges and a top speed of more than 50mph (80 km/h).

    Vito E-CELL is powered by an electric motor with 82PS (60 kW) and 280Nm (207 lb-ft). It has 16 Lithium-ion battery modules with a combined capacity of 36 kWh. This means a maximum range of 130km (80 miles) on a single six-hour charge from a 380/400 volt input.

    Although that the electric Vito is not so powerful, it comes with ESP (Electronic Stability Programme) as standard.

    “With an enviable range, advanced safety systems and payload equal to a regular van, the zero-local emissions electric Vito E-CELL easily meets the criteria for the new Plug-In Van Grant, and we welcome its introduction.”, said Steve Bridge, Van Sales and Marketing Director for Mercedes-Benz UK.

    “Schemes like this help businesses to do their bit – and to join us in working hard to lower vehicle emissions. It is our ultimate goal at Mercedes-Benz to achieve emission-free driving and our first-ever series produced electric van is testament to our commitment to deliver this.”, he added.

    Mercedes-Benz Vito E-CELL
    Mercedes-Benz Vito E-CELL

    Source: Mercedes-Benz