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The Mercedes-Benz Van team have rewritten the rule book for sporting high performance by launching a stunning, limited-edition model that’s loaded with ‘X appeal’.
The all-new Vito Sport-X is powered by a turbo-charged 3.0-litre V6 diesel engine which is mated to a five-speed automatic transmission and pumps out an eye-watering 204hp. That’s sufficient to rocket this very special van from 0-60mph in just 8.3 seconds and on to a maximum speed of 122mph.
It has the looks to match as well, thanks in no small measure to Brabus. The renowned tuning and body styling specialist, whose products are usually to be found adorning high-end sports cars, has pitched in with its dynamic 18-inch Monoblock-S alloy wheels and an aggressively deep front spoiler with integrated foglamps.
Adding to its head-turning style, the new model also features a chrome front grille and chrome steel side bars with integrated steps, colour-coded bumpers and side trims, roof rails and – in case you were still in any doubt! – ‘Sport-X’ badges on the driver and front passenger doors.
As practical as it is exciting, the Vito Sport-X comes in Compact or Long body lengths, and as a standard van or Dualiner, with a second row of seats. It is finished in bright Magma Red, with metallic Brilliant Silver or Carbon Black available optionally at extra cost.
The twin themes of performance and exclusivity continue inside. There’s a soft feel instrument panel with Silverstone trim, while the comfort seats, steering wheel and gearshift are all trimmed in leather. The driver also gets a multi-function steering wheel from which to control the COMAND radio, six-CD autochanger and satellite navigation system (and hands-free telephone, where fitted) at the touch of a button.
Other features that enhance the vehicle’s driving appeal and comfort include cruise control with Speedtronic speed limiter, air-conditioning, light and rain sensors allowing for automatic operation of headlights and windscreen wipers, and electrically-operated front windows and door mirrors.
And, of course, this being a Mercedes-Benz, the Vito Sport-X combines all of that power and performance with a comprehensive armoury of high-tech active and passive safety systems, including the latest Adaptive Electronic Stability Program®.
Just 125 Vito Sport-X models are destined for the UK this year. The Compact panel van model is priced at £24,995 plus on-the-road costs, although in-house finance arm Mercedes-Benz CharterWay is also offering business users the chance to get behind the wheel for just £98.99 per week* (plus advance payment and acceptance fee). |
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