The facelifted Mercedes-Benz V-Class has been revealed, boasting a refreshed front end, a new four-cylinder diesel engine and the availability of a nine-speed automatic transmission for the first time. In addition, various safety and driver assistance systems have been updated.Until spring 2019, the V-Class had under its bonnet – nestled below the windscreen and dashboard, in fact – Mercedes’ familiar and somewhat clattery 2.1-litre diesel engine. In V 220 d guise – formerly V 220 BlueTec – it delivers 163hp and 380Nm of torque from 1,400rpm, meaning it’s no sprinter.The new four-cylinder diesel unit OM 654 marks the debut of a ground-breaking family of engines from Mercedes-Benz. Exemplary efficiency and emissions ensure that the premium diesel is future-proof while underlining the key role to be played by the diesel engine in achieving the challenging global climate targets.The facelifted Mercedes V-Class has two engine options. They’re both 2.0-litre diesels, with a range-topping V 300 d making an impressive 236bhp and a detuned version of the same.
The facelifted Mercedes-Benz V-Class has been revealed, boasting a refreshed front end, a new four-cylinder diesel engine and the availability of a nine-speed automatic transmission for the first time. In addition, various safety and driver assistance systems have been updated.Until spring 2019, the V-Class had under its bonnet – nestled below the windscreen and dashboard, in fact – Mercedes’ familiar and somewhat clattery 2.1-litre diesel engine. In V 220 d guise – formerly V 220 BlueTec – it delivers 163hp and 380Nm of torque from 1,400rpm, meaning it’s no sprinter.The new four-cylinder diesel unit OM 654 marks the debut of a ground-breaking family of engines from Mercedes-Benz. Exemplary efficiency and emissions ensure that the premium diesel is future-proof while underlining the key role to be played by the diesel engine in achieving the challenging global climate targets.The facelifted Mercedes V-Class has two engine options. They’re both 2.0-litre diesels, with a range-topping V 300 d making an impressive 236bhp and a detuned version of the same.