New Mercedes-Benz V-Class unveiled

MERCEDES-BENZ has unveiled details of their new multi-purpose V-Class – a model that will enter their range here early next year.

Known previously as the Viano, the new V-Class has had a thorough makeover the effect of which has been to give it a vastly more distinctive and more stylish exterior appearance, improved interior spaciousness, a host of technical and safety enhancements, plus a number of high-class features that raise it beyond the purely practical and into the realm of luxury one normally associates with mainstream Mercedes-Benz models.

It is expected that the new V-Class will appeal to an even wider cross-section of owners than might have been the case when its predecessor was launched.

High on the list will be large families with pets and paraphernalia that need to be transported.

Another target will be that growing band of adventurers and outward-bound types who head out of our cities at weekends and whose recreational pursuits are filled surf boarding, sailing, hang gliding and mountain scaling.

For them, V-Class is a true multi-purpose vehicle with oodles of room inside for passengers and cargo plus plenty of length and lateral space above for luggage boxes and rooftop racking.

Another interested market will be made up of hotels, school bus and bed and breakfast owners, shuttle service operators, health and remedial service providers and the occasional business person whose need is for an office space that is truly mobile.

For all of these, the new V-Class will top the calling list. Amongst its many features is an extensive range of safety items and innovative driver assist elements that use radar, camera and ultrasonic sensors to deliver a result – features that warn the driver against drowsiness, inattention and the effects of crosswinds plus an array of systems that help with braking, blind spot, parking and 360-degree collision prevention assist.

As standard, the vehicle is equipped with four individual luxury seats (with armrests) that can be folded forward intuitively to allow easy access.

All rear seats can be fully removed to optimize space. Options include a scratch-resistant folding table and a seat arrangement that allows for comfortable overnight sleeping.

Comfort features include active seat ventilation and a system that adjusts automatically according to the position of the sun and kicks in automatically to eliminate fumes and odours that arise in heavy traffic and when driving through tunnels. A fully integrated infotainment and multimedia system with 80GB capacity includes optional surround sound, DVD player, internet access, apps usage, photorealistic mapping and real time traffic info