Mercedes-Benz V-Class 2014–2019 car dimensions: 5370 mm long, 1928 mm wide and 1880 mm high. Unladen weight is 2,150 kg. Braked towing is 2,500 kg.
The cabin has a 7-inch colour display with Audio 20 CD and touchpad as standard, plus Bluetooth. TEMPMATIC semi-automatic climate control is standard, with rear unit on Extra Long. THERMOTRONIC automatic is on higher grades. Cruise control with SPEEDTRONIC is standard. Active Parking Assist with reversing camera and PARKTRONIC sensors come standard. COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST provides automatic emergency braking standard. Blind Spot Assist and Lane Keeping Assist are in optional packages only.
Extra Long offers 1410 litres of boot space with seats up. Seats fold for more room when needed for larger loads.
Braked towing capacity is 2500 kg with unbraked at 750 kg. Payload is around 950 kg based on kerb weight near 2150 kg and GVW of 3100 kg. It suits family or light work use with electric sliding doors and powered tailgate options for easy loading.
The cabin offers a car-like feel with ergonomic comfort seats that have good lateral support and armrests. Flexible individual seats or benches in the rear allow many layouts for up to eight. Higher grades add leather, ambient lighting in three colours, electric adjustments with memory, and active ventilation. Large glass areas and optional panoramic roof keep it bright and airy on long trips.
Diesel V 220 d with combined fuel use around 5.9-6.8 l/100 km NEDC depending on gearbox and tyres.
ASSYST service system sets intervals by use, typically up to 25 000-40 000 km or 24 months.
Euro NCAP five stars in 2014: 93% adult, 87% child, 67% pedestrian, 85% safety assist.
Standard kit includes front/side/curtain airbags, ESP, ABS, Crosswind Assist and Attention Assist.
The 2.1-litre diesel in the V 220 d Extra Long delivers steady torque for loaded travel while returning mid-6 l/100 km figures on the combined cycle in period tests. Real use sits higher in town or with full seats but remains competitive for the size and weight.
Servicing follows the ASSYST indicator that adjusts for driving style. Oil and filter changes form the base, with longer major intervals. Dealer costs run higher than volume brands yet the van roots keep mechanicals straightforward and durable when history is complete.
Crash protection earned a full five-star Euro NCAP result in 2014 with strong adult and child scores. Standard equipment covers multiple airbags, stability control and basic assist systems. higher packs add more active aids. Laminated glass on upper lines cuts noise.
Keep the car with regular ASSYST services, AdBlue top-ups and checks on the sliding doors and rear air springs where fitted. Strong residual values reward full history and low-damage examples used as family or shuttle transport.
Length 5370 mm, Width 1928 mm, Height 1880 mm, Wheelbase 3430 mm (V-Class 2014–2019)
Sources: manufacturer data, Mercedes-Benz V-Class brochure and the Mercedes-Benz UK V-Class technical data, Extra-long body, European standard fuel tank about.