![]() The 108 E was assembled at the "Competence Centre for Emission-free Mobility" (KEM) at the Mercedes-Benz Mannheim plant due to the small scale of production and battery costs, it was estimated the 108 E would be three times the cost of a conventionally-powered Vito. The Vito 108 E was capable of speeds up to 120 km/h (75 mph) and could carry up to 600 kg (1,300 lb). The traction battery weighed 420 kg (930 lb), operated at a nominal voltage of 280 V, and had a total capacity of 35.6 kW-hr, giving the vehicle a range of up to 170 km (110 mi). Energy storage was provided by a molten-salt battery (ZEBRA sodium nickel-chloride chemistry) carried under the rear bench seat. The 108 E was fitted with a three-phase asynchronous electric traction motor that developed 40 kW (54 hp) and had a stall torque of 190 N⋅m (140 lbf⋅ft), driving the wheels through a five-speed manual transmission. Vito 108 E Ī battery-electric variant of the W 638 was unveiled in July 1996, designated the Vito 108 E. It was designed by Michael Mauer from 1989 to 1991, when the final design was chosen and patented in February 1993, competing with the Citroën Jumpy, Peugeot Expert, Volkswagen Transporter, Fiat Scudo, Ford Transit, Hyundai H-1, Opel Vivaro, Renault Trafic, Toyota Hiace, and the GAZ Sobol. The Viano was however a good, more car-like option to the Vito microbus. ![]() At first, many Vito drivers who wanted a spacious, small van opted for the Vito microbus which was extremely similar to the Viano, apart from its more van-like and less luxurious features. ![]() The Viano also included less van-like features to the Vito such as only two seats in the front and a larger and more spacious seating capacity. This body design was also sold as the V-Klasse in a more luxurious and expensive version (V-Klasse was replaced with the Viano name for the second generation of Vito). When it comes to diesel engines, old 2.3 with and without turbo and also modern CDI 2.2 engines are available. The range of gasoline engines consists of two old units from Mercedes (113 and 114) and a Volkswagen 2.8 VR6 engine, designated as the M104.900. It is powered either by a diesel engine with up to 120 bhp (89 kW 122 PS) or a gasoline engine with up to 140 bhp (104 kW 142 PS) and a front-wheel drive drivetrain. The first generation Mercedes-Benz Vito was produced between 19. The Vito/Viano is available in both rear- and four-wheel-drive configurations and comes in three lengths, two wheelbases and a choice of four petrol and diesel engines (as well as two specialist tuned models) coupled to either a six-speed manual or five-speed TouchShift automatic transmission. The third generation was launched in 2014 and returned to being called V-Class. The interior was also improved with upgraded materials and new technology. In 2010, the vehicle was facelifted with revised front and rear bumpers and lights. The second generation was introduced in 2004, and the vehicle received the new Viano name. ![]() The first generation went on sale in 1996. The Vito refers to the cargo van variant for commercial use when passenger accommodations are substituted for part or all of the load area, it is known as the V-Class or Viano. In the Mercedes-Benz van lineup, it is positioned between the larger Sprinter and the smaller Citan. The Mercedes-Benz Vito is a mid-sized light commercial vehicle (LCV) produced by Mercedes-Benz, available as a panel van, chassis cab, or multi-purpose vehicle (MPV), carrying cargo or up to eight passengers. Light commercial vehicle/ Large MPV (V-Class/Viano) ( M) Mercedes-Benz Metris (North American Models).
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