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The seats are disastrous, the bottom part should slope when the backrest is tilted down, they should work like a recliner. How come they failed them this bad? Not even cheap chinese cars can fail like that, the seats must be the most uncomfortable possible, sliding like that
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LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the hood ornament! I"m still very disappointed that Mercedes-Benz no longer offers the classic styling of a stand up hood ornament on their C & E Class models here in the USA. The LED strip around the grill on the van in this video is almost as distasteful as the optional illumination to the already oversized grille-mounted Merc star on most modern Mercedes models here in the States.
The new E class does have the pop up hood ornament, it just depends on the trim you go for, I could be wrong but I believe we can get the sportier looking one and the style with the hood ornament. Unless i am wrong bout that one
That's probably the best interior redesign they've had in a while, still kept the physical buttons, but added on the new tech and aesthetics to modernize it perfectly. Thank goodness there is no hyperscreen bs in this.
I absolutely HATE USVs, but Mercedes-Benz V class is something else. I can perfectly picture myself and my family going on long road trips on this S-class-like van! Fantastic !!! Well done, Mercedes.
Here in Hong Kong, luxury vans are very common and usually are for wealthy families hiring drivers to chauffeur around the kids/ wife to school and social activities etc, always with a driver, almost always Toyota Alphards. they are super comfy and easy to drive. Alphards use the same engine as the Lexus GS series so plenty of power and very smooth. Great alternative to Luxury saloons, which in Hong Kong are also very common, S-class and 7 series dominate that segment. Not many A8's and LS's. Lately, the G-class and X7's have become very popular. currently experiencing an electric car boom - Teslas have taken over with the ultra competitive pricing. but this year, BMW IX's, IX3's and IX4's are everywhere, probably rivalling the Tesla sales or at least approaching those numbers by end of year. the Mercedes EQA's have enjoyed some success, and occasionally I see EQS and EQE's driving around. not many of the Audi etrons. Tons of Taycans, they are extremely popular here considering the price point. I7s are just arriving from the first orders and so are the IX1s. that's the random and unplanned market update for today folks.
Thank you Thomas for the great review. The fuel version will still be the most practical. Most families also use these for long distance trips and having to stop and charge frequently may work on Europe, in South Africa no.
I love every time I get to be chauffeured in a V-Class in Europe…the traditional grille will make each trip better now..! We do not get the V-Class in USA…but I do enjoy them! (If it was offered in 4MATIC along with all trims available, this might sell BIG in resort areas and near major airports here in the USA.) I personally pray for the Marco Polo in USA; I would never stop traveling..!!
It goes in line with their other lines. Those mbux screen never go all the way - you'd have to look at either the super screen or hyper screen, which have started being introduced in the higher classes.
"I can also put the pan outside the window" ... ich hätte nie gedacht, dass ich diesen Satz mal in einem Autoreview höre... oder dass ich diese Satz überhaupt jemals höre 😅🤣
Did they upgraded charging speed? I have EQV and was waiting for this facelift to update my current van. But if it still tops att 110kw I don't think I stay with eqv.
I actually like this, but I'd like to know if four executive seats can be ordered for the rear, at least in the longer version. I can't find out anything about that option on MB's own website.
In Asia, many rich people and politicians love to use the Toyota Alphard. I guess in their mind they get maximum bang for their buck. Toyota realized this and capitalized on this trend. They have executive lounge series where they have tricked out captains chairs. They also have the ultra lux version from Lexus with a partition wall and a huge tv that is meant for 4 people. I guess Mercedes realized this too (because most of their customers are moving away from S-class to Toyota Alphard) so this ultra lux version of the V-class is born.
Looks good. I think my taxi drivers will buy this. For a commercial use, it makes a perfect sense. For a family use however - I think there are many better options at a lower price.
Mercedes-Benz? More like Mercedes-Vanz. Bad joke aside, I absolutely adore luxury van over luxury SUV/crossover, IMO they make more sense because it just offer much more room.
I am so disappointed. I thought it would be a new generation. It's just a mere facelift with an updated front interior. The poor V-class hasn't got properly updated since 2014... 10 YEARS AGO!
Feels like mb didn’t out any effort into this, looks 90% the same as the 2014-2023 model from the exterior, seems they actually took some inspiration from independent tuner/modifier with the back seats, driver is a combination of last gen and (2014-) the “1” screen they slap on everything. i hope they actually put more effort into,the engine and transmission and electric stuff
Interesting but I would to hear your review for the rear suspension and how comfortable of a ride the van is for passengers. Without having ridden in it, I think the Toyota Alphard is a better van.
I drive them for work as a Chauffeur. People like them as they are roomy. However the ride is a little harsh off the motorway due to sporty wheels and suspension. Alphards are taxis.
For the ride quality, this V-Class still doesn't hold a candle to Alphards and now there are electric cars coming - Zeekr 009 looks very promising, and the ride quality is amazing. Air suspension is an absolute must for these cars.
A hybrid version with the "100" km range, 120-150 horsepower electric and 180-220 horsepower diesel engine, plus 60-80 litres of fuel tank. Would be a perfect car.
Pity there's no new R-class.. Was never a success but I liked that concept. A comfortable height witout getting too high center of gravity. Right in between a regular car and a van. Almost S-class level comfort and space almost like a van.
@@real-eyes-realise-real-lies Yes the front looked severely goofy when it came out. I thought it was among the uggliest cars I've ever seen. But not much to criticize about the facelifted version I think.. other than it looked pretty plain if you ever managed to get used to the first one. But all of that could easily be fixed on a new model. I like the concept of having the space of almost a van.. with just a bit higher seats/entry. But without the really high center of gravity of a van. An then comfort almost like an S. I'm a bit more of a practical guy so never really saw the point of the CLS personally... Didnt 100% like the design of them either. Always some strange headlights. And a bit of a banana look from the side. I much prefer the older real coupés.. they could look really graceful on the road.
@@MaticTheProto No, it might just be a timing issue. Because the concept is good. But people werent used to it back then. Even SUVs werent very popular. Now the R is very easily sold as a used car. Very happy owners in forums.
The funny thing is that those folding tables on the back of the front seats are 100% the same tables BMW used in it‘s 7 Series F01/02. I had them in my 2011 760Li.
Comprehensive presentation, without the around sixtie " also " in the sentences it would be nice to get the first introduction concerning the product range of DB.
Mercedes should have bought some Japanese vans, mainly from Honda and Toyota, and used them to develop the new V class. Many solutions presented by V class seem already outdated, in addition to the price being much more expensive than theirs
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Would love to see what the bench seating looks like in the second and third rows. And too bad this isn’t coming to the US…. I love my Honda Odyssey Elite, but would love a real luxury option with similar functionality…. The Metris doesn’t count as it is more meant for cargo or work than for families looking for luxury…. Would be awesome to have the V Class in the US with a 3.5 liter drive option or the EQV…
Hi Thomas. I have the EQV from 2021 and I love it. On the side on my version you have the fuel hatch next to the door as if the car was a diesel. This is there since it is based on the fuel platform as I understand it but why does the all new EQV still have it? Perhaps you know or can ask someone… Kr Thomas from Denmark
EQV should have upgraded battery up to 120 Kwh usable capacity at least, there is still space behind back axle, option with 60 kwh is pointless. Other than that I like new refresh look
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05:29 Executive rear seating
07:55 Loading area
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11:20 V-Class AMG Line
14:01 Engine lineup
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They should build v class maybach
The seats are disastrous, the bottom part should slope when the backrest is tilted down, they should work like a recliner. How come they failed them this bad? Not even cheap chinese cars can fail like that, the seats must be the most uncomfortable possible, sliding like that
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@@michaelschneider- Wow, congratulations on the new Merc. That's my ideal daily driver, what's it like to own?
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LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the hood ornament! I"m still very disappointed that Mercedes-Benz no longer offers the classic styling of a stand up hood ornament on their C & E Class models here in the USA. The LED strip around the grill on the van in this video is almost as distasteful as the optional illumination to the already oversized grille-mounted Merc star on most modern Mercedes models here in the States.
The new E class does have the pop up hood ornament, it just depends on the trim you go for, I could be wrong but I believe we can get the sportier looking one and the style with the hood ornament. Unless i am wrong bout that one
@@SM-1010the Exclusive Line of the new E-Class gets the standing star
Only C!
That's probably the best interior redesign they've had in a while, still kept the physical buttons, but added on the new tech and aesthetics to modernize it perfectly. Thank goodness there is no hyperscreen bs in this.
Hyperscreen is optional anyway
I absolutely HATE USVs, but Mercedes-Benz V class is something else. I can perfectly picture myself and my family going on long road trips on this S-class-like van! Fantastic !!! Well done, Mercedes.
Here in Hong Kong, luxury vans are very common and usually are for wealthy families hiring drivers to chauffeur around the kids/ wife to school and social activities etc, always with a driver, almost always Toyota Alphards. they are super comfy and easy to drive. Alphards use the same engine as the Lexus GS series so plenty of power and very smooth. Great alternative to Luxury saloons, which in Hong Kong are also very common, S-class and 7 series dominate that segment. Not many A8's and LS's. Lately, the G-class and X7's have become very popular.
currently experiencing an electric car boom - Teslas have taken over with the ultra competitive pricing. but this year, BMW IX's, IX3's and IX4's are everywhere, probably rivalling the Tesla sales or at least approaching those numbers by end of year. the Mercedes EQA's have enjoyed some success, and occasionally I see EQS and EQE's driving around. not many of the Audi etrons. Tons of Taycans, they are extremely popular here considering the price point. I7s are just arriving from the first orders and so are the IX1s.
that's the random and unplanned market update for today folks.
Seeing a van with only four seats is painful. The avant-garde makes a lot more sense than the executive, and looks better.
Thank you Thomas for the great review. The fuel version will still be the most practical. Most families also use these for long distance trips and having to stop and charge frequently may work on Europe, in South Africa no.
I love every time I get to be chauffeured in a V-Class in Europe…the traditional grille will make each trip better now..!
We do not get the V-Class in USA…but I do enjoy them!
(If it was offered in 4MATIC along with all trims available, this might sell BIG in resort areas and near major airports here in the USA.)
I personally pray for the Marco Polo in USA; I would never stop traveling..!!
This looks fantastic! Reminds me of Mr Sacco era of mercedes. The packaging is great too.
Where do you see Sacco here?
Do you think there will be a plugin hybrid diesel or mild hybrid??
Will be very popular in China, where luxury vans are quite the status symbol 😮
South africa too.
This is bad compared to Alphard
If I went to China and see a made in China sign on this car I will call yall a ni-
I like the avantgard line thank you great review as always
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Now we now why the star on the hood on the Mercedes S63 AMG disappeared ruclips.net/video/b0f8OXLuARI/видео.html
The V-Class took it 😂
Mercedez messed up not stretching the infotainment screen to the end of the other air vent
I wonder if I am the only one that's bothered by this. Looks like they were randomly placing stuff while designing interior.
It goes in line with their other lines. Those mbux screen never go all the way - you'd have to look at either the super screen or hyper screen, which have started being introduced in the higher classes.
Their prototypes have that. Eventually that will be a thing
Wow great video love the silver one Thomas lol u forgot to open the sunroof for us keep up the great work
Bravo Mercedes, Finally you nicely changed V class 👏👏👏it was about time. Congrats🎉
The camper one looks cool 😀 But I have to say the whole setup for this presentation with the diff backgrounds and big spaces was amazing.
"I can also put the pan outside the window" ... ich hätte nie gedacht, dass ich diesen Satz mal in einem Autoreview höre... oder dass ich diese Satz überhaupt jemals höre 😅🤣
Laminated glass all around hopefully is available? An important safety feature, especially when transporting VIPs.
I think every Mercedes should have a star on the hood!
I have the current V class. Its good, but if this new version isn’t available in plugin hybrid version, then MB missed the opportunity completely.
Mercedes made fun of BMW so much for having such large front grills and they end up doing the same 😂😅
& illuminated 😂
Since forever Mercedes used larger grill than bmw and they know how to do it, BMW's are ugly you can't deny.
That is what chinisse market likes, big grills
@@ogabchemseddine1654some of the big grills are for function purpose on BMWs but some of them or just unnecessary.
They look no where near as ugly as bmw tho
Did they upgraded charging speed? I have EQV and was waiting for this facelift to update my current van. But if it still tops att 110kw I don't think I stay with eqv.
AMG Line, is the one. Thank you.
Yesss, the emblem should be and stay like that always ❤❤❤❤❤
So cool..merz sedan interior setting on a van version..somewhat like mpv alphard,vellfire
Really good Video and nice explanation!
I actually like this, but I'd like to know if four executive seats can be ordered for the rear, at least in the longer version. I can't find out anything about that option on MB's own website.
Apparently there won’t be plug in hybrid ones?
Is the interior still noisy and making cracking sounds while passing pitfalls and bumps?
Mercedes is going all in for the V-Class and I think it will be a best seller. Overal very good
In Asia, many rich people and politicians love to use the Toyota Alphard. I guess in their mind they get maximum bang for their buck. Toyota realized this and capitalized on this trend. They have executive lounge series where they have tricked out captains chairs. They also have the ultra lux version from Lexus with a partition wall and a huge tv that is meant for 4 people.
I guess Mercedes realized this too (because most of their customers are moving away from S-class to Toyota Alphard) so this ultra lux version of the V-class is born.
Please illuminate the stat, logo on the steering wheel. Thank you.
This thing really shows how stupid suv’s are. Tons of space inside, more aerodynamic and safer for pedestrians!
And better looking (Americans will hate me for saying that lol)
@@MaticTheProto Hahah in some way for sure
@@MaticTheProtobetter looking? What are you smoking? Can I have some?
@@MaticTheProtocan agree it looks gorgeous
Driven 2021 e-class 2 years now the capacity buttons are easy to use...
Hi where I can get original Mercedes v300 recliner seats in uk dealer told they don’t have option when u buy new v300
The Avant-garde grille is the nicest, what a pity the vehicle is not offered with any plug-in hybrid engines
Looks good. I think my taxi drivers will buy this. For a commercial use, it makes a perfect sense. For a family use however - I think there are many better options at a lower price.
Manual adjustments for the steering wheel? Is power adjustment available?
So no hybrid version like WV T7?
Bring this to the USA!!!!!
Wonder whats the purpose of having a fully reclining seats in a van for short rides.
Those wheels are giving me AMG Hammer vibes :)
Agree though I think they were aiming for a maybach look 😅
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I quite like the look of it. I like the new Lexus van too, totally over the top.
If you need a van, this is a nice luxury version. I’d buy it.
No piano black in the dash board, FINALY!!!
Happy to see barely any glossy plastic inside
Southeast Asian Moms and Aunties will be buying these. Chauffeur driven to their brunch with the other aunties.
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Elegant and timeless
Mercedes-Benz? More like Mercedes-Vanz.
Bad joke aside, I absolutely adore luxury van over luxury SUV/crossover, IMO they make more sense because it just offer much more room.
That opens the door for a next generation V-class that will have a Maybach version
I am so disappointed. I thought it would be a new generation. It's just a mere facelift with an updated front interior. The poor V-class hasn't got properly updated since 2014... 10 YEARS AGO!
No US market version again?
I was hoping the EQV will come out with a bigger battery pack maybe 150kw.
These would sell well in North America. I hope to see it.
Feels like mb didn’t out any effort into this, looks 90% the same as the 2014-2023 model from the exterior, seems they actually took some inspiration from independent tuner/modifier with the back seats, driver is a combination of last gen and (2014-) the “1” screen they slap on everything. i hope they actually put more effort into,the engine and transmission and electric stuff
Interesting but I would to hear your review for the rear suspension and how comfortable of a ride the van is for passengers. Without having ridden in it, I think the Toyota Alphard is a better van.
I drive them for work as a Chauffeur. People like them as they are roomy. However the ride is a little harsh off the motorway due to sporty wheels and suspension. Alphards are taxis.
@@therealunclevanya Suspension is not sporty. Its still truck design underneath. Primitive and hard until you load it with lots of weight.
@@hagestad yes I missed the word hard before suspension, the low profile wheels look great but really don't help the ride anywhere but motorways
Can an air suspension be specified as an option?
How can the AMG version have a 2 liter diesel engine?
Very cool. The Marco Polo from the factory, will be awesome.
Thank you Thomas for great review
For the ride quality, this V-Class still doesn't hold a candle to Alphards and now there are electric cars coming - Zeekr 009 looks very promising, and the ride quality is amazing. Air suspension is an absolute must for these cars.
There needs to be a plugin hybrid version
a Marco Polo would be a dream for me and my little family
With taxes the lease rate is arround 700€ per month so still affordable for such a goodie.
The new Lexus LM with the huge screen in the back blows this Merc out of the water
I like the Avantgarde more than the "exclusive" too
The Maybach version of the van is extremely popular here in China. Probably the majority produced are here
A hybrid version with the "100" km range, 120-150 horsepower electric and 180-220 horsepower diesel engine, plus 60-80 litres of fuel tank. Would be a perfect car.
Probably deemed too complex to design considering potential sales numbers
I have always love v class ❤
Pity there's no new R-class.. Was never a success but I liked that concept. A comfortable height witout getting too high center of gravity. Right in between a regular car and a van. Almost S-class level comfort and space almost like a van.
Hideous looking things they were... the travesty is dropping the CLS. Gorgeous car!
@@real-eyes-realise-real-lies Yes the front looked severely goofy when it came out. I thought it was among the uggliest cars I've ever seen.
But not much to criticize about the facelifted version I think.. other than it looked pretty plain if you ever managed to get used to the first one.
But all of that could easily be fixed on a new model.
I like the concept of having the space of almost a van.. with just a bit higher seats/entry. But without the really high center of gravity of a van. An then comfort almost like an S.
I'm a bit more of a practical guy so never really saw the point of the CLS personally... Didnt 100% like the design of them either. Always some strange headlights. And a bit of a banana look from the side.
I much prefer the older real coupés.. they could look really graceful on the road.
Not a success- all you need to know. It won’t make a return
@@MaticTheProto No, it might just be a timing issue. Because the concept is good. But people werent used to it back then. Even SUVs werent very popular.
Now the R is very easily sold as a used car. Very happy owners in forums.
@@martinsvensson6884 yeah, but there’s many cars praised by their owners who only sold in small numbers
Looks amazing ❤️
The funny thing is that those folding tables on the back of the front seats are 100% the same tables BMW used in it‘s 7 Series F01/02. I had them in my 2011 760Li.
Amazing world class just beautiful
Lexus LM is most luxurious and comfortable than any other MPV in the market
Mercedes finally saw the potential demand for this type of vehicle in Asia.
i really hope they change those steering wheel buttons
Comprehensive presentation, without the around sixtie " also " in the sentences it would be nice to get the first introduction concerning the product range of DB.
Mercedes should have bought some Japanese vans, mainly from Honda and Toyota, and used them to develop the new V class. Many solutions presented by V class seem already outdated, in addition to the price being much more expensive than theirs
Id love one of these mainly for ferrying mountainbikes about, looks great for a van type thing.
New vito, evito, v class, eqv and marcopolo 2024🤩🤩
Mercedes needs to bring back hood star on its sedans!
I just love the animal skin interior. So nice and comfy.
Thank you very much for your interest in this topic. I also bought cars with animal skin leather seats before I did my research and got to know the industry. The most important thing is: With today's modern materials, you have nothing to lose, just to gain. You achieve the same kind of luxury and comfort or even better while having the same or better durability with less impact on humans, animals and the environment.
You can use fabric/cloth, microfibre or leatherette. The classic approach is using oil/plastic as source material. Overall, a vehicle contains about 300 kg plastic. A car seat needs about 5 kg plastic. So the overall plastic share for the seats is very low and it is at this moment the most efficient way to produce a car seat. A couple of litres of fuel equals a car seat basically. So if you want to save oil/plastic, rather look at consumption for energy, fuel and heating and to other car parts than the seat. Note that animal skin leather also always contains a plastic coating for durability. However, long-term we should of course find raw oil alternatives. So going further, seats can be made from recyclables (e.g. from PET-bottles or old fishing nets) or even increased share of plant-based materials (like pine oil, canola oil or start-up materials like Pinatex from pineapple leaves or Desertex from cactus fibre or the mixed-plant-based Mirum, so be seen at ruclips.net/video/S1aNZeoatmE/видео.html). On a calculation base, by ditching animal skin leather from car interiors, the amount of emissions (CO2e) is reduced by 85 (!) % (www.press.bmwgroup.com/africa-dom-easteurope/article/detail/T0403389EN/on-the-market-from-2023:-bmw-and-mini-models-with-vegan-interiors?language=en) - and that is a very conservative calculation. So it is at this moment the most important thing you can do to make car interiors more sustainable.
A good example for high-end luxury with ventilated animal free seats is the BMW X7 with Sensafin: ruclips.net/video/1pRNkW9nrrw/видео.html
And the Kia EV9 with plant-based oil share: ruclips.net/video/6vXePQi_MAk/видео.html
New leatherette materials can be superior in every aspect, even for cleaning: ruclips.net/video/u94YXJ72UTA/видео.html
More and more natural materials are rising: ruclips.net/video/nRSsXEnwHDo/видео.html
Also check out what the animal skin leather industry tried to with our channel: ruclips.net/video/nP_CvLlaFlI/видео.html
For seeing how the animals are being treated and transported in the global leather industry, watch this footage: ruclips.net/video/tkjCAmq1_8E/видео.html
Note that the footage is genuine and was recorded by a highly decorated investigative journalist in Germany I know myself personally.
In a high animal skin grade, the animals are specifically raised for this matter. However even if meat is the "first" misuse case, the hide remains a profitable body part. That means: If manufacturers put animal leather in a car and you demand it as a customer, you give your money to an industry that earns money by oppressing humans, animals and harms the environment, you make them more profitable. Alternatively, you could support industries with your wallet which try to improve the sustainability of materials. Also, if you turn the argument around to "meat is the waste of the leather industry" you realize that it doesn't make sense (and is ethically doubtful) to discuss the primary use of individual body parts of mammals. Mind experiment: You are getting slain down on the street; would it matter to you if it was for your smartphone or for your purse?
We cannot change what we have bought in the past, but with more information and compassion we can change how we decide in the future.
Would love to see what the bench seating looks like in the second and third rows. And too bad this isn’t coming to the US…. I love my Honda Odyssey Elite, but would love a real luxury option with similar functionality…. The Metris doesn’t count as it is more meant for cargo or work than for families looking for luxury…. Would be awesome to have the V Class in the US with a 3.5 liter drive option or the EQV…
Front looks with the standing star absolutely elegantly AWESOME 👌🏻 👏🏻 👍🏻
Hi Thomas. I have the EQV from 2021 and I love it. On the side on my version you have the fuel hatch next to the door as if the car was a diesel. This is there since it is based on the fuel platform as I understand it but why does the all new EQV still have it? Perhaps you know or can ask someone… Kr Thomas from Denmark
I'd prefer this over the actual S class. Bring it to the US market.
toyota did it over two decades ago with the vellfire...
What a Beauty 😍
EQV should have upgraded battery up to 120 Kwh usable capacity at least, there is still space behind back axle, option with 60 kwh is pointless. Other than that I like new refresh look
Maybe they improved engine efficiency?
Thank you ❤
The only van I’d buy
V Class finally got the curved display!
They put the best E-class interior in the van gg
Looks very nice for a van
Star on hood is nice 🥳
Try BYD DENZA D9 EV AWD MPV-