Road Tests:
The Vito driving experience has improved from that of the initial market offer and the latest incarnation displays quiet and smooth characteristics from the engine line-up. Good looks mean the Vito brings a certain prestige to any buyer and the van has the handling to match the three-pointed star on the grille. A common-rail diesel line-up, speed across the ground and torque output from all motors, including the entry level, ensure superb driveability around town.
We've never been fans of the high-roof option, mainly on the basis that it looks wrong, but inside the functionality of the load area is good with sliding side doors on both sides and a surprisingly low loading height, given that this van employs rear wheel drive. A Euro-4 emission upgrade for the engine gives the 88hp and 109hp a 20Nm torque improvement. At the top of the range Mercedes now offers the Vito with an eye-watering 204hp/440Nm motor. Traffic light grand prix, anyone?
Pros:- High-quality build
- Styling - apart from high-roof
| Cons:- Park brake remains foot operated
- High-roof looks like it's stuck on
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Vehicle Specifications
| Engine Options: | 2.2-lit 95hp/250Nm, 116hp/290Nm, 150hp/330Nm; 3.0-lit 204hp/440Nm |
| Transmission: | RWD 6spd man, 5-spd auto |
| Year Introduced: | 2004 |
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