Mercedes-Benz Viano 2010–2014 car dimensions: 5008 mm long, 1901 mm wide and 1875 mm high. Unladen weight is 2,055 kg. Braked towing is 2,000 kg.
The TREND cabin uses TEMPMATIC climate control as standard with rear heating and separate controls available. Multifunction steering wheel and high-resolution matrix display are fitted. PARKTRONIC front and rear sensors, cruise control and reversing camera are optional extras. Higher audio systems with colour screens can be specified. No advanced driver aids such as automatic emergency braking appear in the equipment lists for this generation.
Long body offers 730 litres behind the rear seats. Seats slide on rails, fold or remove completely to free a much larger load area up to around 3310 litres depending on configuration.
Braked towing capacity is 2000 kg and unbraked 750 kg. Payload sits at 730 kg for the Long CDI 2.2 TREND. Trailer Stability Assist forms part of the ESP system. A towbar is available.
The flexible seat rail system suits mixed passenger and light work duties. Comfort suspension is standard. air suspension is optional on higher grades.
The cabin offers a generous sense of space with six individual comfort seats as standard that slide on a floor rail system in 25 mm steps, recline and can face each other or be removed without tools. Ambient lighting and soft carpeting create a pleasant atmosphere. Higher-quality Leon fabric upholstery is standard on TREND with optional Lugano leather. An optional front tilting/sliding glass sunroof and rear panoramic roof further open up the interior. Manually adjustable front comfort seats are standard. multi-way electric seats with memory are optional.
2.2 CDI diesel engine with BlueEFFICIENCY package as standard, Euro 5 compliant.
Combined fuel consumption around 7.2-8.0 l/100 km depending on transmission.
ASSYST service computer calculates flexible oil-change intervals averaging 30,000 km or two years.
Euro NCAP 4-star adult occupant rating from 2008 test.
Standard safety kit includes ESP with ABS, ASR and BAS, driver and front passenger airbags, three-point belts with front tensioners and force limiters.
The 2.2 CDI four-cylinder diesel delivers 120 kW and 360 Nm. BlueEFFICIENCY measures are standard and help keep consumption and emissions low while meeting Euro 5 rules. Figures vary slightly by manual or automatic gearbox and body length but stay in the mid-to-high 7 l/100 km range combined.
Servicing relies on the standard ASSYST computer that monitors actual use and sets oil-change intervals. Average figures across the engines are 30,000 km or two years, keeping running costs predictable for a large van.
Safety starts with a high-strength passenger cell, ESP including trailer stability assist, ABS, brake assist and electronic brakeforce distribution. Driver and front passenger airbags plus three-point belts with pretensioners are standard. thorax bags and windowbags are available as options or standard on higher lines. The 2008 Euro NCAP test scored four stars for adult occupants.
Living with the Viano TREND Long means flexible seating that adapts quickly for passengers or cargo, a refined ride from the comfort suspension and straightforward maintenance intervals. Keep an eye on the diesel particulate filter and follow ASSYST prompts for reliable long-term ownership.
Length 5008 mm, Width 1901 mm, Height 1875 mm, Wheelbase 3200 mm (Viano 2010–2014)
Sources: manufacturer data, Mercedes-Benz Viano sales brochure, 2011, Mercedes-Benz Classic technical data.