MERCEDES-BENZ HAS CARRIED OUT a major facelift and specification upgrade across Mercedes-Benz mid-size vans and people movers, refreshing the popular range by bringing a raft of essential and desirable new technologies, including significant convenience and safety updates for the light commercial Vito and eVito vehicles.
Every model in the range is enhanced and refreshed, from the brand new range-opening model, the Mercedes-Benz Vito 114 MWB Van, all the way up to a selection of feature-packed V-Class people movers.
Specification upgrades fitted as standard across the entire range include the intuitive MBUX infotainment system, which houses everything from radio/media controls and telephony to vehicle settings and navigation (where fitted). This advanced system is rendered on a full-colour 10.25-inch centre touchscreen, and can be voice-operated using the ‘Hey Mercedes’ prompt. The driver’s instrumentation features a second 5.5 inch full-colour display screen.
All models are now also fitted with a multifunction steering wheel with touch-sensitive controls; a Keyless Start function allowing the driver to start the vehicle with the key fob in their pocket via a Stop/Start button; an electronically actuated park brake; and wireless device connectivity via Apple Car Play or Google Android Auto.
A significant safety boost covering all models adds Active Lane Keep Assist, Traffic Sign Assist, and tyre pressure monitoring for the first time as standard.
Variants across the van, crew cab and people mover ranges (excluding eVito and EQV 300) continue to be powered by a range of strong and thrifty turbo-diesel engines commanded by a smooth, intuitive 9G-TRONIC nine-speed automatic transmission.
Fully loaded: Many more features for light commercial range
The new-for-2024 Mercedes-Benz Vito 114 MWB Van benefits from all the above range-wide upgrades, added to a handy specification that includes front and rear parking sensors, reversing camera, Active Parking Assist, cruise control/speed limiter, digital radio, driver’s comfort seat with lumbar support, rear tinted glass, halogen headlights, 2500 kg braked towing capacity, and 12 month/25,000 km service intervals.
Stepping up to the Vito 116 MWB/LWB Van or Crew Cab adds new features including Multibeam LED headlights with High Beam Assist Plus, satellite navigation with route-based speed adaptation and seven years of free updates, 360-degree camera with surround view, electrically foldable side mirrors, a puddle light featuring the Mercedes-Benz logo, front double cupholders, colour-coded bumpers and Active Steering Assist safety technology.
Other features include enhanced automatic restarting on motorways, leather steering wheel, driver and co-driver’s comfort seats with lumbar support and cushion length adjustment, chrome interior appointments, illuminated vanity mirrors and ambient lighting at the tailgate. Vito 116 Crew Cab variants get a rear three-seat bench and wood flooring.
The Vito 119 LWB Van and Crew Cab share a near-identical equipment specification to the 116 variants, substituting 17-inch steel wheels for 17-inch alloys, and adding black roof rails, a rear LED light strip in the cargo area (Van only), and an auto-dimming interior mirror. Crew Cab variants get plastic flooring, upgraded interior panelling, a load-securing rail system, rear grab handles, and a 12-volt plug socket in the load compartment. The Vito 119 models also come with complimentary non- metallic and metallic paint.
The all-electric eVito LWB Van adds the benefits of pre-entry climate control for the first time, allowing the driver to remotely set the cabin temperature before entering the vehicle.
The light commercial Vito model range is powered by strong and thrifty turbo-diesel engines from the Vito 114 (100 kW/300 Nm) and Vito 116 (120 kW/380 Nm) to the Vito 119 (140 kW/440Nm). The eVito is powered by an electric motor outputting 85 kW and 360 Nm.
All models in the updated Vito/eVito range are distinguishable by an external facelift, including updated grille and front fascia styling.
Panel vans (excluding eVito) have a GVM/GCM of 3000/5500 kg; crew cab variants 3200/5700 kg; and eVito has a 3200 kg GVM.
Touring in style: Vito and eVito Tourer
The Mercedes-Benz Vito Tourer and eVito Tourer pack in people and value in equal measures. With eight seats available across three rows (2:3:3) that can be reconfigured to utilise substantial cargo space, they’re a modern marvel for larger families or people moving operators.
Both models benefit from the same raft of range-wide upgrades and pack in a host of new additions including Multibeam LED headlights with High Beam Assist, satellite navigation with route-based speed adaptation and seven years of free updates, 360° camera with surround view, digital radio, front double cupholders, a puddle light featuring the Mercedes-Benz logo, a wireless charging system for mobile devices, electric sliding doors and tailgate, electrically foldable side mirrors, and roof rails.
These outstanding new additions round out a long list of carryover standard features including Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC cruise control, now with enhanced automatic restarting on motorways, comfort driver and co-driver’s seats in black leatherette with lumbar support and cushion length adjustments, leather steering wheel, interior chrome appointments, rear tinted glass, Active Parking Assist, front and rear parking sensors, Active Brake Assist, Blindspot Assist, Drive Away Assist and Rear Cross Traffic Assist.
The Vito Tourer is powered by a 120 kW/380 Nm turbo-diesel engine, and the eVito Tourer has an all-electric motor producing 150 kW/365 Nm.
More luxury
With the addition of a new V 300 EXCLUSIVE model, the luxuriously appointed and extensively upgraded V-Class range now comprises a total of four variants, including the all-electric EQV, to offer unparalleled choice to key customers such as hire car operators and large families.
The range-wide theme of significant upgrades and a major injection of convenient new technologies is particularly notable in the V-Class range. New-for-2024 features that are standard across each of the four models include a widescreen cockpit featuring dual 12.3-inch displays housing the MBUX Multimedia System, Keyless Start, a heated multifunction steering wheel fitted with touch-sensitive controls, a wireless charging system for mobile devices, 64-colour ambient lighting throughout the cabin, multibeam headlights with High Beam Assist, wireless device connectivity via Apple Car Play or Google Android Auto, 3D Surround View, metallic paint, and safety technologies including Active Lane Keep Assist, Traffic Sign Assist, and tyre pressure monitoring. A premium Burmester surround sound system, previously available only on the V 300 AMG model, is now standard across the range.
These impressive updates complement a carryover list for all models starting with the V 250 AVANTGARDE variant, including electric sliding doors and tailgate, AGILITY CONTROL suspension, Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC cruise control, satellite navigation, a touchpad controller, front and rear parking sensors, 360-degree camera, electric front seats with memory function and heating, Lugano leather trim, electric park brake, two puddle lights with Mercedes-Benz logo, sports pedals, a parcel shelf, anodised roof rails, and 19-inch alloy wheels.
Standard range-wide safety also includes Active Parking Assist, Active Brake Assist, Blind Spot Assist, Rear Cross Traffic Assist and the PRE-SAFE accident preparation system.
The all-electric EQV 300 model shares the same feature-packed specification as the V 250 AVANTGARDE but with 18-inch alloy wheels and adds a distinctive LED light band surrounding the radiator grille. A rear parcel shelf included in the previous EQV300 model is excluded from the new specification.
The V 300 AMG steps things up even further, adding a new panoramic sunroof and digital rearview mirror, along with model-exclusive AMG Night Package styling, sports suspension, side skirts, an AMG rear bumper and AMG spoiler lip, AMG black 19-inch alloy wheels, black roof rails, a black roof liner, AMG floor mats, and a chrome-look loading sill protector at the tailgate.
The new-for-2024 V 300 EXCLUSIVE model rounds out the spectacular range with a spacious seven- seat standard configuration as opposed to the eight seats on other models and the addition of new features including rear tray tables with illuminated trim, and an EXCLUSIVE five-louvre grille surrounded by a chrome-look trim and LED light band, and a Mercedes-Benz standing star on the bonnet. All seats are finished in supple Nappa leather, and the front seats receive active ventilation.
Another highlight are the luxury seats in the second row, which are only available with the EXCLUSIVE model. The seats, that can be ordered as an option, pamper you with reclining function, back massage, air conditioning, head, leg and footsteps and a folding table. Passengers can choose between three massage levels and three levels of air conditioning. The armrests have a cupholder, USB-C ports, and an integrated tray for smartphones. Decorative lighting elements skilfully set the scene for luxury.
The V 250 AVANTGARDE is powered by a 140kW/440Nm turbo-diesel engine, while the V 300 AMG and exclusive models step up to a 174kW/500Nm powerplant. The all-electric drivetrain in the EQV produces 150kW and 365Nm.
All V-Class models are identifiable via an external facelift, including variant-specific new grille and front fascia designs, and a redesigned tailgate featuring new Mercedes-Benz graphics.
Inside, trims range from the dark grey open-pore olive wood-look of the V 250 and EQV dashboards, to the carbon-fibre look of the V 300 AMG and the EXCLUSIVE trim of the V 300 EXCLUSIVE model.
Pricing
| 2024 Mercedes-Benz Vito/eVito light commercial range: | |
| Mercedes-Benz Vito 114 Panel Van (MWB) | $63,000 |
| Mercedes-Benz Vito 114 Panel Van (LWB) | $65,519 |
| Mercedes-Benz Vito 116 Panel Van (MWB) | $69,885 |
| Mercedes-Benz Vito 116 Panel Van (LWB) | $72,404 |
| Mercedes-Benz Vito 119 Panel Van (LWB) | $79,796 |
| Mercedes-Benz eVito Panel Van (LWB) | $98,951 |
| Mercedes-Benz Vito 116 Crew Cab (MWB) | $73,511 |
| Mercedes-Benz Vito 116 Crew Cab (LWB) | $76,030 |
| Mercedes-Benz Vito 119 Crew Cab (LWB) | $86,261 |
| 2024 Mercedes-Benz Vito/eVito Tourer range: | |
| Mercedes-Benz Vito Tourer (MWB) | $89,672 |
| Mercedes-Benz eVito Tourer (MWB) | $136,898 |
| 2024 Mercedes-Benz V-Class range: | |
| Mercedes-Benz V 250 AVANTGARDE (MWB) | $113,832 |
| Mercedes-Benz V 300 AMG (MWB) | $139,927 |
| Mercedes-Benz V 300 EXCLUSIVE (MWB) | $143,193 |
| Mercedes-Benz EQV 300 (MWB) | $161,723 |
| Luxury seats optional package EXCLUSIVE | $17,895 |
All prices plus on road costs