AUTONEWS

Mercedes Vito Sport-X

Mercedes-Benz Vans is introducing the new Vito Sport-X, an exclusive equipment package for the Vito Crew van series in the UK market.

Based on the existing Vito SELECT equipment package, the Sport-X adds a motorsport-inspired exterior design, upgraded interior materials and additional standard equipment. It will top the Vito Crew van range when orders open in September.

The model is powered by a 2.0-litre diesel engine with 190 PS and 440 Nm of torque, mated to a 9G-TRONIC automatic transmission, and is capable of accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h in 10 seconds.

Exterior changes include a redesigned front bumper and grille, a rear spoiler, gloss black accents, side sills, roof rails, Sport-X badging, sports bonnet and side sills, and 19-inch black alloy wheels.

Alpine Grey is offered as standard, while Arctic White and six metallic colours (Sodalite Blue, Obsidian Black, Kalahari Gold, High Tech Silver, Graphite Grey and Hyacinth Red) are available at no extra cost.

Inside, the standard three-seater front bench has been replaced by individual sports seats with integrated headrests and Sport-X badging. The cabin also features black motorsport-inspired eco-leather and dark grey upholstery with orange contrast stitching.

Heated front seats, heated steering wheel, wireless phone charging and a centre console with storage are included as standard.

Available as a 5-seater panel van in L2 and L3 body lengths, the Vito Sport-X offers a payload of up to 733 kg, up to 4.1 m³ and a towing capacity of up to 2,500 kg. The removable rear bench seat provides additional cargo space when needed.

The Vito Sport-X will be available to order from September, priced from £56,995 ex VAT.