Mercedes-Benz Vaneo

Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
Overview
Manufacturer DaimlerChrysler
Production 2002–2005
Body and chassis
Class Compact MPV (M)
Body style 5-door MPV
Layout FF layout
Related Mercedes-Benz A-Class
Powertrain
Engine 1.6 L L4 Petrol
1.9 L L4 Petrol
1.7 L L4 Diesel
Transmission 5-speed Manual
5-speed ACS
5-speed TouchShift
Chronology
Successor Mercedes-Benz Citan

The Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is a compact MPV (M-segment in Europe) that was manufactured from 2002 to 2005. It used the automobile platform from the first generation Mercedes-Benz A-Class. Up to seven seat capacity was available, but this vehicle was not built as a van. The name Vaneo is derived from the word Van, which is used in German for the car types MPV.

Design

Mercedes-Benz Vaneo

The A-class Vaneo was front-wheel-drive only and limited to four-cylinder engines. The body consisted of two sliding rear doors and 'Sandwich Floor' construction giving it a van-like driving position and a higher roof line. It was suitable for U.K.'s Motability for the disabled, as well as for use as taxicabs.

Seating for five was standard, with two third-row buckets optional. With all the rear seats removed, there was up to 3,000 litres of cargo space. A 120 kg capacity slide-out boot floor was optional. Roof rails were standard on Trend and Ambiente models, while ISOfix anchorages were included on all vehicles.

The Vaneo was discontinued after three years.[1] It was replaced in 2012 by the Citan, a version of the Renault Kangoo as part of Mercedes-Benz's broader alliance with the French maker.

Safety

The Vaneo was tested by Euro NCAP in 2002 with the following ratings:[2]

Euro NCAP Rating
Adult occupant:
Pedestrian:

Security

The Vaneo was tested by Thatcham's New Vehicle Security Ratings (NVSR) organisation and achieved the following ratings:[3]

NVSR Rating
Theft of car:
Theft from car:

Powertrains

Engines complied with Euro 3 emission standards. They included: 1.6 L in two states of tune and 1.9 L petrol engines, as well as a 1.7 L diesel. Three 5-speed transmissions were available: a manual, an automated clutch system called ACS, and a regular automatic called "TouchShift."

Years Model & Transmission Engine Power Torque Top Speed 0–100 km/h Economy Emissions
Petrol
2002–20051.6 82 Manual/ACS1.6 L, 4 in-L82 PS (60 kW; 81 hp)140 N·m (103 lb·ft)156 km/h (97 mph)15.3 secs36.2 mpg187 g/km
2002–20051.6 102 Manual/ACS1.6 L, 4 in-L102 PS (75 kW; 101 hp)150 N·m (111 lb·ft)167 km/h (104 mph)13.1 secs35.3 mpg192 g/km
2002–20051.6 102 TouchShift1.6 L, 4 in-L102 PS (75 kW; 101 hp)150 N·m (111 lb·ft)164 km/h (102 mph)13.8 secs34.0 mpg199 g/km
2002–20051.9 125 Manual/ACS1.9 L, 4 in-L125 PS (92 kW; 123 hp)180 N·m (133 lb·ft)182 km/h (113 mph)10.7 secs34.4 mpg197 g/km
2002–20051.9 125 TouchShift1.9 L, 4 in-L125 PS (92 kW; 123 hp)180 N·m (133 lb·ft)177 km/h (110 mph)11.5 secs33.2 mpg204 g/km
Diesel
2002–20051.7 CDI 91 Manual/ACS1.7 L, 4 in-L91 PS (67 kW; 90 hp)180 N·m (133 lb·ft)161 km/h (100 mph)13.6 secs47.9 mpg157 g/km
2002–20051.7 CDI 91 TouchShift1.7 L, 4 in-L91 PS (67 kW; 90 hp)180 N·m (133 lb·ft)158 km/h (98 mph)15.5 secs42.8 mpg174 g/km

Reviews

References

  1. "Motoring News". Verdict On Cars. Retrieved 2010-10-01.
  2. "Mercedes Benz Vaneo | Euro NCAP - For safer cars crash test safety rating". Euro NCAP. Retrieved 2010-10-01.
  3. "New Vehicle Security Ratings". thatcham.org. Archived from the original on July 17, 2009.
  4. "Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (02-05) Car Review - Parker's". Parkers.co.uk. Retrieved 2010-10-01.
  5. "Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (2002 - 2006) Review - Car Reviews". RAC. Retrieved 2010-10-01.
This article is issued from Wikipedia - version of the Friday, March 18, 2016. The text is available under the Creative Commons Attribution/Share Alike but additional terms may apply for the media files.