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Mercedes-Benz revealed the new X-Class at its World Premiere in Cape Town, South Africa on the 18th July. The new X-Class is uniquely versatile in terms of its area of application - it can be used as a rugged, all-terrain pickup but also as a vehicle for urban lifestyles and families. It pushes the boundaries of the classic pickup, complimenting the prized strengths of a mid-size pickup with the typical Mercedes-Benz characteristics of driving dynamics, comfort, design, safety, connectivity and an extensive scope for individualisation.
The X-Class has been developed with the changing requirements of the international pickup markets in mind. The demand for mid-size pickups with typical passenger car characteristics and comfort features has been steadily on the rise for years. At the same time, the number of pickups for private use is increasing. As the first premium manufacturers, Mercedes-Benz is taking these changes into account - based on its comprehensive experience and competence in developing commercial and off-road vehicles.
This tough performance pickup delivers driveability and handling that matches many demands – both with regard to driving dynamics and ride comfort. This is attained thanks to comfort suspension with the fine tuning expected of a Mercedes. It consists of a ladder-type frame, rear multi-link solid axle, front independent wheel suspension and coil springs on both axles. With its progressive design, the X-Class manages the fine balance between being both tough and stylish.
The X-Class can haul a payload of up to 1.1 tonnes. It is able to tow up to 3.5 tonnes, which is equivalent to pulling a trailer containing three horses or an eight-metre yacht. In terms of width, the load bed is designed in such a way that a Euro-pallet can be loaded straight between the wheel arches. The X-Class is the only mid-size pickup to be equipped with lighting in the cargo area as standard. The third brake light contains LED lights which illuminate the whole load bed.
In the interior, the X-Class elevates comfort and quality feel to a new level within the segment for mid-size pickups. The instrument panel has the concave trim element typical of a Mercedes-Benz. It stretches across the entire width of the instrument panel – a novel feature in this vehicle segment. The control and display concept shows the familiar high levels of convenience and ergonomic comfort. The instrument cluster consists of the large, analogue round dials from the C-Class and V-Class. A 5.4-inch colour multimedia display is nestled between the round dials.
From its market launch, there are two powerful and efficient four-cylinder engines to deliver spirited performance. The high-torque common-rail diesel drive system with a displacement of 2.3 litres is available with a choice of two power outputs. In the X 220 d with single turbocharger it generates 120 kW/163 PS and in the biturbo X 250 d no less than 140 kW/190 PS. Both diesel models are available in right-hand drive vehicle with purely rear wheel drive or with engageable all-wheel drive. All engines are characterised by quiet, low-vibration running and excellent power delivery coupled with low consumption figures. Power is transferred via a six-speed manual transmission. A seven-speed automatic transmission is available on request for the 140 kW/190 PS models.
The X-Class is the first pickup to deliver both excellent off- and on-road performance. A special feature in this segment: Coil springs are used both at the front and the rear, which contributes to a harmonious suspension comfort. The comfort suspension is designed in such a way that it achieves a high level of driving dynamics and ride comfort on the road, while also delivering maximum off-road capability in conjunction with 4MATIC all-wheel drive. The elaborately designed comfort suspension consists of a double wishbone front axle and a rear multi-link solid axle that is ideal for transporting heavy loads and has good articulation capability.
X 220 d:Fuel consumption combined: 7.6 l/100 km; combined CO2 emissions: 195–199 g/km.
X 250 d:Fuel consumption combined: 7.7–7.4 l/100 km;combined CO2 emissions: 192–203 g/km.
Take a look at the exciting new Mercedes-Benz X-Class here
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