New Mercedes-Benz V-Class 2022 for Russia: family minivan with premium comfort

2023 Author: Charles Youmans | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-05-20 18:41

The world market is filled with cars of different classes, where, of course, crossovers and SUVs are still more popular. Nevertheless, there is demand for other segments - sedans, hatchbacks and minivans. The latter, by the way, are suitable not only as a commercial car, but can also act as a family car. In Russia, there is also a certain demand for models of this class, where the Mercedes V-Class 2022 is of particular interest. The minivan is available in several trim levels, where the base one is estimated at 3.526 million rubles. The car is offered in different power plants, as well as with a fairly rich equipment. As for the competitors in the market, there are Multivan from Volkswagen, Toyota Alphard and two Korean representatives - Kia Carnival, Hyundai H1.

Specifications

Mercedes V-Class 2022 in the Russian market is in good demand due to a decent level of equipment and safety. The technical characteristics of the model are provided by several power plants, which largely determine the final price. Unfortunately, the car has not received a new body this year, but its design is still quite relevant. By the way, you can get acquainted with the appearance and interior of the minivan from the photos presented in this article, as well as with the complete list of trim levels.

In this case, motorists are offered a choice in terms of power plants. Both a gasoline engine and a diesel engine can be installed under the hood of the car. In the first version, a 2.0-liter engine is available, complemented by a turbocharger. The performance of the unit corresponds to 211 horsepower with a torque of 350 N * m. The diesel engine is turbocharged. The working volume of the installation corresponds to 2.1 liters, and the power and torque have different indicators. So, the unit is capable of delivering 136, 163 and 190 horsepower, where the thrust will be characterized by 330, 380 and 440 N * m, respectively. A six-speed manual transmission and a seven-speed automatic transmission are available as transmissions. The minivan is offered with both rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.

The Mercedes V-Class boasts a fairly spacious interior due to its overall size. So, the length is 5,140 mm, the width is 1,928 mm, the height is 1,880 mm, and the center-to-center space does not exceed 3,200 mm. The size of the ground clearance depends on the selected modification and corresponds to the values of 140 and 160 mm. With regard to the weight of the car, the choice of equipment also means a lot, where figures of 2,030-2,195 kilograms are declared. As for the luggage compartment, 620 liters are provided here for the transport of goods and other things. Of course, the manufacturer proposes to significantly increase this volume to 4,200 liters due to the folded rear seats.

Options and prices

Mercedes V-Class 2022 in the Russian market is sold in several variations, differing not only in the power unit, but also in the equipment. The cost of a minivan in the basic version corresponds to 3, 526 million rubles, and in the most equipped version - 7, 4 million rubles. It should be noted that regardless of the choice of modification, the manufacturer offers a comfortable and technologically advanced car.

L

This configuration for a minivan is considered basic. Its cost starts at 3,526,000 rubles. The maximum price tag of this version corresponds to 4,595,000 rubles. The power unit is represented here by a gasoline unit and a diesel unit in two versions - there is only a motor with a return of 163 horsepower. Despite the initial level, a fairly wide range of options is provided for the minivan:

• infotainment complex with a 7-inch monitor;
• Cruise control;
• acoustic system, complemented by six speakers;
• interior with fabric trim;
• two armrests between the seats of the first and second rows;
• mirrors in the salon with sun visors;
• air conditioning unit with two-zone control;
• electric power steering;
• parktronic around;
• front, side and curtain airbags;
• power windows for door cards in front;
• light sensors and outdoor temperature monitoring;
• daytime running lights with LED filling;
• electronic parking brake;
• electric drive and electric heating for external mirrors;
• glass with thermal protection;
• driver monitoring system;
• start-stop technology;
• the ability to control the intensity of light;
• full size spare wheel.

Avantarde

In this version, the Mercedes V-Class 2022 is offered with the same power equipment as in the previous configuration. The list of options is also similar to the basic version, with the exception of the appearance of air suspension, leather in the cabin for trimming individual parts, a multifunction steering wheel, 17-inch alloy wheels. The cost of the car varies in the range from 4, 232 to 5, 301 million rubles.

Exclusive

In this version, the minivan offers motorists a sportier character due to the presence of a similar suspension. True, in relation to the drive, only the rear axle is involved here. As for the price, in the initial version it corresponds to 6, 505 million rubles, and with the maximum equipment it increases to 7, 005 million rubles. Additional options include a panoramic electric sunroof, a 12-speaker speaker system and an infotainment complex with a monitor diagonal of 8.4 inches.

AMG

One of the most interesting special versions of the Mercedes V-Class 2022, where four-wheel drive is available to motorists. The engine range is represented by diesel units. The price of the complete set corresponds to 4, 9-7, 4 million rubles. I must say, in this version, the car boasts an impressive list of options:

• head optics with LED filling;
• door cards with sliding mechanism and electric drive function;
• Rain sensor;
• functional roof rails;
• tinted glass;
• 360-degree camera system;
• ventilation for the first row seats;
• digital instrument panel;
• adaptive cruise control;
• leather in the cabin for finishing the main parts;
• climate control for three zones;
• intelligent parking technology.

Options and prices (summary table)

#	Equipment	Model years	Cost, rub.	Drive unit	Transmission	Engine, cc cm	Acceleration from 0 to 100, s	Max. speed, km / h	Combined fuel consumption in l / 100 km
1	250 AT Avantgarde L2	2019 -	5 036 000	Rear	AT-9	1991	9.4	210	None
2	250 AT Avantgarde L3	2019 -	5 118 000	Rear	AT-9	1991	9.4	210	None
3	250 AT Exclusive L2	2019 -	6 822 000	Rear	AT-9	1991	9.4	210	None
4	250 AT L2	2019 -	4 328 000	Rear	AT-9	1991	9.4	210	None
5	250 AT L3	2019 -	4 410 000	Rear	AT-9	1991	9.4	210	None
6	200 d AT Avantgarde L1	2019 -	4 230 000	Rear	AT-9	2143	12.8	181	5, 8
7	200 d AT Avantgarde L2	2019 -	4 313 000	Rear	AT-9	2143	12.9	181	6, 1
8	200 d AT Avantgarde L3	2019 -	4 394 000	Rear	AT-9	2143	12.9	181	6, 1
9	200 d AT L1	2019 -	3 525 000	Rear	AT-9	2143	12.8	181	5, 8
10	200 d AT L2	2019 -	3 607 000	Rear	AT-9	2143	12.9	181	6, 1
11	200 d AT L3	2019 -	3 689 000	Rear	AT-9	2143	12.9	181	6, 1
12	220 d AT L2 AMG Line 4Matic	2019 -	4 897 000	Full (4WD)	AT-7	2143	10.9	195	5, 9
13	220 d AT L2 AMG Line + 4Matic	2019 -	5 198 000	Full (4WD)	AT-7	2143	10.9	195	5, 9
14	220 d AT Avantgarde L1	2019 -	4 635 000	Rear	AT-9	2143	10.9	195	5, 7
15	220 d AT Avantgarde L2	2019 -	4 799 000	Rear	AT-9	2143	10.9	195	5, 9
16	220 d AT Avantgarde L3	2019 -	4 718 000	Rear	AT-9	2143	10.9	195	5, 9
17	220 d AT Exclusive L2	2019 -	6 503 000	Rear	AT-9	2143	10.9	195	5, 9
18	220 d AT L1	2019 -	3 929 000	Rear	AT-9	2143	10.9	195	5, 7
19	220 d AT L2	2019 -	4 012 000	Rear	AT-9	2143	10.9	195	5, 9
20	220 d AT L3	2019 -	4 092 000	Rear	AT-9	2143	10.9	195	5, 9
21	250 d AT L2 AMG Line 4Matic	2019 -	5 599 000	Full (4WD)	AT-7	2143	9.1	206	6, 0
22	250 d AT L2 AVG Collection 4Matic	2019 -	6 498 000	Full (4WD)	AT-7	2143	9.1	206	6, 0
23	250 d AT L2 Executive 4Matic	2019 -	7 398 000	Full (4WD)	AT-7	2143	9.1	206	6, 0
24	250 d AT L3 AVG Collection 4Matic	2019 -	6 699 000	Full (4WD)	AT-7	2143	9.1	206	6, 7
25	250 d AT Avantgarde L1	2019 -	5 135 000	Rear	AT-9	2143	9.1	206	6, 0
26	250 d AT Avantgarde L2	2019 -	5 218 000	Rear	AT-9	2143	9.1	206	6, 0
27	250 d AT Avantgarde L3	2019 -	5 300 000	Rear	AT-9	2143	9.1	206	6, 7
28	250 d AT Exclusive L2	2019 -	7 004 000	Rear	AT-9	2143	9.1	206	6, 0
29	250 d AT L1	2019 -	4 428 000	Rear	AT-9	2143	9.1	206	6, 0
30	250 d AT L2	2019 -	4 511 000	Rear	AT-9	2143	9.1	206	6, 0
31	250 d AT L3	2019 -	4 594 000	Rear	AT-9	2143	9.1	206	6, 7

* - information on prices is for reference only. Check with your local dealer for the exact cost.

Safety

The German brand is quite serious about equipping its own models, where special attention is paid to the safety of both the vehicle itself and all road users. As for the Mercedes V-Class, everything here is also presented at a fairly high level. The minivan is equipped with a variety of sensors, assistants and intelligent systems that monitor the condition of the road surface, as well as the driver himself for fatigue. Provided to motorists and a package of airbags, belts, etc.

Handling and off-road performance

No less important is such a parameter when choosing a vehicle for purchase, as dynamics. Mercedes V-Class provides good speed indicators - 183-206 km / h, but this applies more to paved roads. There is no need to talk about such off-road dynamics, since the minivan is more designed for city use. The presence of all-wheel drive in this case also does not greatly affect the vehicle's cross-country ability. Still, 160 mm ground clearance is clearly not enough to conquer country roads with large obstacles, although a light off-road model is available.

Advantages and disadvantages

If we talk about the advantages, then in the case of the Mercedes V-Class there will clearly be more than disadvantages. The first thing worth noting here is the build quality, which is at a fairly high level. The second is excellent manageability, where an extended package of assistants and other systems is provided. The minivan has a fairly spacious and comfortable cabin, which has everything you need to travel even over long distances. In addition, the vehicle offers a choice of engines, drive systems and equipment options. As for the disadvantages, this includes a rather high price tag and the corresponding cost of maintenance. It's still difficult to call a minivan a budget one.

Design

Appearance is the first thing that everyone who is in the stage of choosing a car for purchase encounters. Mercedes V-Class has a rather stylish and practical design, which is typical for all models of the company. In shape, it is a standard minivan, but otherwise individual outlines are visible. The front bumper has a fairly large radiator grille and large headlights with an original design. By the way, the latter give the appearance a certain originality and recognition. But the back is in many ways similar to other models of a similar type - the same shape and the same simplicity.

Inside the minivan - the style and luxury inherent in the brand. High-quality materials have been used for decoration, which provides comfort and convenience. It is worth noting that the interior also has an air of technology, although in many respects it is decorated similarly to other modern models. It offers a multifunctional steering wheel and a center console with a convenient location of the main equipment - a digital dashboard, a multimedia system, climate control, and so on. The seats are ergonomically designed and have a number of useful options for position and height selection.

Sales start

In the Russian market, the Mercedes V-Class in the current version appeared in 2019, but still remains competitive. True, for some time the minivan still left our country, but then returned.

Competitors

If we talk about the competitors of the minivan, then here we can highlight:

• Toyota Alphard;
• Kia Carnival;
• Hyundai H1;
• Volkswagen Multivan.