Mercedes-Benz upgrades 2021 V-Class with premium captain's chairs 

Updated Mar 08, 2022 | Same topic: Automotive Industry Updates

The V-Class ups its plushness.  

The Mercedes-Benz V-Class that’s officially sold in the Philippines by Auto Nation Group, Inc., has gotten a significant improvement when it comes to providing its occupants a luxurious ride. 

A picture of the Mercedes-Benz V-Class

The Mercedes-Benz V-Class

This comes in the form of the new variant called the V 220 d Long with Luxury Seats, which as the name suggests, is equipped with two plush captain’s seats on its second row. The said captain’s seats are clad in leather and provide more space and comfort than the regular V-class' seats. 

These seats can also slide forward and backward with a simple push of a button. Apart from that, the aforementioned captain’s seats also have six-way power adjustments, and the seat-back can be reclined up to sixty degrees. These also come with an adjustable leg rest.

A picture of the interior of the V-Class with Luxury Seats

Inside the V 220 d Long with Luxury Seats with the table deployed  

Besides the second-row captain’s seats, this particular variant of the V-Class also gets a spacious third row, as well as a folding table. The said table is accessible to both the second and third row, plus it can be neatly tucked in when not in use. Last but not the least is a storage compartment located behind the second row, which itself also features a parcel shelf to help organize your cargo. In total, the V 220 d Long with Luxury Seats can carry up to six occupants including the driver. 

For those unaware, the Mercedes V-Class is a luxury five-door MPV, which uses a front-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout. For all the Philippine-spec variants, this vehicle is powered by a turbocharged 2.1-liter inline-4 diesel engine that’s capable of delivering up to 163 horsepower and 380 Nm of torque. The said engine is then paired with a seven-speed automatic transmission. 

Another picture of the interior of the Mercedes-Benz V-Class

There's no question about legroom when it comes to this model

The V 220 d Long with Luxury Seats is now available in Mercedes-Benz dealerships located in Cebu and Metro Manila, with a price tag of Php 4,690,000.  

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Know more about Mercedes-Benz V-Class 2024

Mercedes-Benz V-Class

The Mercedes-Benz V-Class is a luxury van. In the Philippines, this model is available in five different variants. These are the V-Class Long w/ Luxury seats, the Avantgarde Long, the Avantgarde Long 7-seater, the Avantgarde Extra Long, and the CDI Tourer Base Extra Long. The Mercedes-Benz V-Class 2024 price ranges from Php 5,990,000.

Under the hood, the Philippine-spec V-Class uses a 2.1-liter turbodiesel engine that can produce up to 163 horsepower and 380 Nm of torque.  

Size-wise, the extra-long variants are 5,370mm long, 1,928mm wide, and 1,908mm in height. They also have a wheelbase length of 3,430mm. 

The Long variants in turn come with a length of 5,140mm and a wheelbase length of 3,200mm. 

Locally, the V-Class competes against the likes of the Kia Carnival, the Toyota Alphard, Lexus LM, Peugeot Traveler, among others. 

Mercedes-Benz V-Class Launch

The Mercedes-Benz V-Class was first introduced to the local automotive market in 2014. Following the success of its initial model, the German brand recently gave the vehicle a facelift. In 2024, the V-Class now has five two trims.

Mercedes-Benz V-Class Exterior

The Mercedes-Benz V-Class 2024 adopts the same design language as other passenger vehicles and SUVs in the brand’s line-up. It follows a minimalist yet sophisticated styling with fluid curves and chrome trims. Among the refreshed elements of the vehicle from its last facelift are the front and rear bumpers, the grille and headlamps, the taillights, and the wheels. 

Up front is a prominent grille accentuated with chrome and flanked with sleek LED headlamps. At the rear is a powered tailgate for added convenience in loading cargo. The V-Class rides on 18-inch light alloy wheels to complete its elegant look.

Mercedes-Benz V-Class angular front

Mercedes-Benz V-Class side end

Mercedes-Benz V-Class angular rear

V-Class Interior

Its spacious cabin boasts of fine soft-touch materials and luxury features such as the ambient lighting system that Mercedes-Benz is known for. All seats are upholstered in premium leather and are equipped with power adjustability. The individually configured seats can also be swiveled inside the cabin for added comfort. An additional feature of the V-Class is that the passenger seats on the second and third rows can be customized based on how they are reconfigured. The six-seater can become a seven-seater, depending on the adjustments made.

Mercedes-Benz V-Class interior

Mercedes-Benz V-Class interior

The dashboard also received a facelift as it is now decked with carbon-looking accents and a sportier look for the air vents. It also features a fully digital and customizable instrument cluster. On the rear, the parcel shelf has been retained as well as the folding table that still comes as standard finishes.

Technology & Safety Features

The infotainment system of the Mercedes-Benz V-Class received an overhaul from its previous generation, with a new COMAND touchpad on the center console. Vertically parallel to it is a floating 7-inch display that serves as its infotainment system. It now comes with the new MBUX system that is capable of connectivity through Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Audio comes out of a 16-speaker sound system.

Among its slew of safety and convenience features is a three-zone air conditioning system that automatically regulates the temperature in the cabin and the moisture in the air, a 360-degree parking camera, an Agility Control System, an anti-lock braking system with electronic brake distribution and brake assist, and crash sensors.

Platform & Chassis

The V-Class Philippines comes with three seat configurations, which are the 6-seater and the 8-seater for the V-Class Avantgarde Long and the V-Class Avantgarde Extra Long variants, respectively. There's also a version of the Long that can seat seven. The suspension comes in the form of an independent MacPherson Strut in front and independent semi-trailing arms at the rear. Stopping power comes from disc brakes all around.

Engine & Drivetrain

Powering the Mercedes-Benz V-Class is a 2.1-liter 4-cylinder DOHC diesel engine that can produce up to 163 hp and 380 Nm of torque. The engine is mated to a 7-speed 7G Tronic Plus automatic transmission that sends power exclusively to the rear wheels. As a people carrier, its engine specifications handle well in city driving and long haul drives.

Mercedes-Benz V-Class 2024 Price List

Let's check out the Mercedes-Benz V-Class 2024 price in the Philippines.

Variants Price
Mercedes-Benz V-Class V 220d Avantgarde Extra Long (High Spec) ₱5.99 Million
Mercedes-Benz V-Class V 220d Avantgarde Extra Long (Low Spec) Price on request

Mercedes-Benz V-Class FAQs

1. Is the Mercedes V-Class a good car?

Yes, the Mercedes-Benz V-Class is a good car to buy.  It’s built to a high standard, durable ride, and performance, and fuel economy are big plus points of the car.

2. Is the V-Class a van?

Yes, the Mercedes-Benz V-Class is a minivan.

3. Is the Mercedes Benz V-Class automatic?

Yes, the transmission type of V-Class 2024 is automatic.

4. How many seaters is the Mercedes-Benz V-Class?

The Mercedes-Benz V-Class can accommodate 6 to 8 people.

5. Does the Mercedes-Benz V-Class have a reverse camera?

Yes, it does. With the reverse camera, you can see what is behind the car on the screen.

 

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Cesar G.B. Miguel

Cesar G.B. Miguel

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Cesar Guiderone B. Miguel was born and raised in Iligan City, Lanao Del Norte. He graduated in 2010 with a Bachelor of Arts in English degree from Mindanao State University - Iligan Institute of Technology. He previously worked as a freelance writer for various websites, as a member of the Iligan City Disaster Risk Reduction Management's training staff, and as a medical sales representative.

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