Capital Equipment News October 2015

VERSATILITY MADE TO ORDER in the new Mercedes-Benz Vito

O ffering tangible external strengths, maximum benefit and low costs, the Mercedes-Benz Vito is a ver- satile and real professional among mid- size vans with a permissible gross vehicle weight of between 2.8 and 3.05 tonnes. Although it offers a high payload, the pur- chase price and maintenance costs are exceptionally low. From skilled crafts and trades to retail, ser- vice providers and shuttle services - the new Vito is truly one vehicle for all. The Vito panel van is available with two different drive sys- tems and with up to 1344 kg of cargo ca- pacity, it has the highest payload in its class. Meanwhile, the Mixto combines the advan- tages of a panel van with those of a people mover, referred to as the Tourer. The Tourer sees Mercedes-Benz opening an entirely

cockpit is exemplary in terms of its func- tionality and ergonomics. Symmetrical in its fundamental form, the structure is clear and uncluttered for maximum operational safety. The cockpit has a high-quality look for this vehicle class. Both the driver and passenger are comfortably seated in the new Vito and benefit from more space than before. During development the stowage concept received plenty of attention. After all, for many drivers the new Vito is their office as well as a living space too. 'One for all' is something that applies to the new Vito’s drive system in particular. The Vito is the brand of choice when it comes to rear and front-wheel drive.

new chapter in passenger transport. There are two versions available: the versatile Vito Tourer PRO and the premium Vito Tourer SELECT. By virtue of this complete model family, the Tourer can be tailored to accom- modate all types of passenger transport. The new Vito creates an assertive and un- mistakable impression but its design is not an end in itself. Even at first glance the new Vito’s bodywork exudes high quality and both drivers and occupants get the im- pression the vehicle can handle any task thrown at it. Design is also critical when it comes to the Vito’s shape, and with a Cd value of 0.32, wind resistance is low, reducing fuel con- sumption and improving performance.

The correlation is clear: the new front-wheel drive system in the range is very light. When

Now completely redesigned, the new Vito’s

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