Mercedes-Benz is revamping the V-Class – it is more luxurious than ever. Test drive the first class bus, which even has a magnetic champagne glass.
Cost: over 10,000 euros. That's what you used to get a new small car for. The Mercedes bus is now in its fifth generation. Significantly upgraded as a noble vehicle for the wealthy family or as a VIP transporter for business people. Whether in the USA or China, the van with the star is a popular means of transport there. The new V-class has been given a completely new cockpit. Fully digital with two 12.3-inch screens with widescreen optics, plus a new steering wheel, lots of chrome, shine, and glory. For the first time, you have the feeling that you are no longer sitting in a commercial vehicle. There is even a dedicated business chair in the back. Seat cooling and heating are included, and of course, the backrests can be folded down. For a power nap between two meetings. The EQV is a foretaste of the upcoming full electrification of the Mercedes van division from 2026. The electric motor has a peak power of 204 hp and a continuous output of 95 hp. The price starts at 57,482 euros for the small diesel in the Style equipment variant. All combustion engines are available in three sizes: 4.90, 5.19 or 5.90. The V-Class is available with four additional engines with 163, 190, and 237 hp and one petrol engine as a mild hybrid with 231 hp. All engines are powered on the rear axle (the diesel engines are also available as an all-wheel drive version). Like the Mercedes-Benz E-Class, they will probably make up the majority of orders. The e-bus can be ordered with two battery sizes: 60 or 90 kWh (249 / 365 km range). The standard consumption is given as 27 kWh per 100 kilometers. Realistically and with a lot of city traffic, the EQV should cover just under 300 kilometers.