Mercedes-Benz has launched the V-Class Marco Polo camper van in India. It is available in two variants 'entry-level' Marco Polo Horizon and 'standard' Marco Polo priced at Rs. 1.38 crore and Rs. 1.46 crore (ex-showroom, India) respectively.

The V-Class Marco Polo is based on the long-wheelbase version of the V-Class. It measures 5,140 mm in length, 1,928 mm in width, 1,901 mm in height and its wheelbase is 3,200 mm.

The V-Class Marco Polo has room for four people and comes equipped with a sofa-cum-bed, a fold-out table, a wardrobe and a kitchenette.

It is powered by a 2.0-litre, 4-cylinder diesel engine that produces 161 BHP @ 4,200 rpm and 380 Nm @ 1,400-2,400 rpm. The engine is mated to a 9-speed automatic transmission.

Mercedes-Benz is scheduled to launch the V-Class Marco Polo camper van on February 6 at the 2020 Auto Expo.

The Marco Polo is based on the V-Class MPV which has been on sale in India since November 2019. Mercedes describes it as a "luxury camper" and "mobile mini home". In the international market, the Marco Polo comes with swivel seats, rear seats that can be folded into a bed, integrated drawers and cabinets.

In India, the V-Class is currently offered in Expression, Exclusive and Elite trims. It is powered by a 2.0-litre, 4-cylinder diesel engine that produces 161 BHP @ 4,200 rpm and 380 Nm @ 1,400-2,400 rpm. The engine is mated to a 9-speed automatic transmission. The Marco Polo is expected to get the same engine and gearbox combination.

Mercedes-Benz has launched a new top-end variant of the V-Class called the Elite. It is priced at Rs. 1.1 crore (ex-showroom, India).

The V-Class Elite is based on the updated V-Class that is available in international markets. It gets a new grille and redesigned bumper as well as revised headlamps with integrated LED daytime running lights.

In India, the V-Class Elite comes in long-wheelbase form and in a 6-seat configuration. It gets new air-conditioning vents and a larger touchscreen infotainment head-unit. It gets captain seats with leg rests in the second row. These seats can recline up to 49 degrees and have ventilation and massage functions. Other features include 2-zone automatic climate control, ambient lighting, folding centre table, Burmester audio system, 360-degree camera and an optional panoramic sunroof.

The V-Class Elite is powered by a 2.0-litre, 4-cylinder diesel engine that produces 161 BHP @ 4,200 rpm and 380 Nm @ 1,400-2,400 rpm. The engine is mated to a 9-speed automatic transmission.

Safety features including 6 airbags, ABS with EBD, attention assist and active parking assist are offered as standard.

According to a media report, Mercedes-Benz is likely to launch the V-Class Elite in India on November 7, 2019.

The V-Class Elite is said to be the new top-spec variant of the premium MPV. The report suggests that it is expected to be based on the updated V-Class, which gets revised headlights, grille and bumpers. The interior is expected to be updated with new air-conditioning vents and a larger infotainment system screen.

In India, Mercedes might offer the V-Class Elite as a long wheelbase (5,140 mm) and extra-long wheelbase (5,370 mm) model. The latter is could be offered in a lower trim. The V-Class Elite could get 4 or 7 seat options.

Mercedes-Benz is expected to retain the 2.1-litre, 4-cylinder diesel engine. This unit makes 161 BHP @ 3,800 rpm and 380 Nm of torque @ 1,400-2400 rpm and is mated to a 7-speed automatic transmission.

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Mercedes-Benz has launched the V-Class in India. The premium MPV is available in two variants - Expression and Exclusive priced at Rs. 68.40 lakh and Rs. 81.90 lakh (ex-showroom) respectively. It will be imported as a completely built unit (CBU).

The V-Class comes in two body styles. The Long Wheelbase model has an overall length of 5,140 mm and a wheelbase of 3,200 mm and the Extra Long Wheelbase version has an overall length of 5,370 mm and a wheelbase of 3,430 mm.

The V-Class has a traditional Mercedes-Benz grille with twin chrome slats flanked by large sweptback LED headlamps. It has roof rails and vertical tail lamp clusters. The Expression variant comes with 7 seats and rides on 16-inch alloy wheels. It has comfort suspension, multi-function steering wheel and a reversing camera. The Exclusive variant is available in a 6-seat configuration. It comes with 17-inch alloy wheels and gets features like Table package, leather seats, ambient lighting and electric sliding doors. It also gets suspension with a selective damping system, leather wrapped steering wheel and a 360-degree camera with park assist. Both variants get 2-zone automatic climate control with rear AC vents, infotainment system with touchpad and handwriting recognition.

The Mercedes-Benz V-Class is powered by a 2.1-litre, 4-cylinder diesel engine that produces 161 BHP @ 3,800 rpm and 380 Nm of torque @ 1,400-2,400 rpm. The engine is mated to a 7-speed automatic transmission. Standard safety features offered on the V-Class include 6 airbags and Attention Assist.

The V-Class is available in four colour options - Obsidian Black Metallic, Cavensite Blue Metallic, Mountain Crystal White Metallic and Brilliant Silver Metallic.

Mercedes-Benz is set to launch the V-Class in India on January 24, 2019. The premium MPV is likely to be imported as a completely built unit (CBU).

In the international market, the Mercedes-Benz V-Class is offered in three configurations - the standard length of the vehicle is 4,895 mm, the long version measures 5,140 mm, while the extra long version has an overall length of 5,370 mm. Which of these will be available in India remains to be seen. 

In terms of styling, the V-Class gets a typical Mercedes grille up front with sweptback headlamps on either side and LED tail lamps at the rear. It comes with multiple seating configurations with sliding doors at the rear. The MPV has a dashboard with a centrally mounted touchscreen infotainment system flanked by circular AC vents. It has a 3-spoke multi-function steering wheel and a twin-dial instrument cluster.

In India, the V-Class is expected to be offered with a 2.0-litre, 4-cylinder diesel engine that is available on the E-Class All-Terrain. It makes 192 BHP @ 3,800 rpm and 400 Nm @ 1,600-2,800 rpm.