Mercedes Vito 1996

This generation of Mercedes Vito has been produced from October, 1996 to March, 1999. We can provide information about 5 modifications of this generation. The car has been produced only with front wheel drive.

This Mercedes is available with two petrol engines with displacement from 2.3 to 2.8 litres and power of from 143 to 174 horsepower un one diesel engine with displacement 2.3 litres and power of 98 HP.
The car is available with both manual (2 versions), as well as automatic (3 versions) gearbox.

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Mercedes Vito 1996 average fuel consumption in combined cycle for petrol engine is from 11.6 to 13.8 litres per 100km, but for diesel engine - approximately 8.8 litres per 100km. The most fuel efficient Mercedes Vito 1996 petrol engine version is Mercedes V 230 1996, consuming 11.6 litres per 100km. While the most fuel efficient Mercedes Vito 1996 diesel - Mercedes V 230 1996 TD for 100 kilometers consumes 8.8 liters of diesel.

The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 12.7 seconds has Mercedes V 280 1997 version, conversely the tardiest one is Mercedes V 230 1996 TD reaching this speed only in 20.6 seconds. The maximum top speed is 184 km/h for the 2.8 petrol 174 hp version (Mercedes V 280 1997).

Lenght of Mercedes Vito is 466 cm, it is decent size car. For comparison - Mercedes Vito is about 3 cm longer than Volkswagen Sharan. Mercedes Vito gross weight is from 1500 to 2000 kg (depending on modification), which is about 25 percent lighter than the average for this age and class.

This Mercedes is in average price group - it can be purchased (in Latvia) for around 1500 €. Users calculated Mercedes Vito 1996 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 2900 € cost per year and 0.20 € cost per one kilometer. Fuel costs were estimated at around 57%, while repair and maintenance costs - around 23% from total. We have an excellent car cost calculator, calculate ownership costs of Mercedes Vito for your situation and driving habits here! Below you will find more detailed information about Mercedes Vito prices and costs.

Mercedes Vito modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Mercedes V 230 1996

Most fuel efficient petrol version

2.3 Petrol 143 HP 11.6 l/100km Manual (5)
Mercedes V 230 1996 2.3 Petrol 143 HP 11.7 l/100km Automatic (4)
Mercedes V 230 1996 TD 2.3 Diesel 98 HP 8.8 l/100km Manual (5)
Mercedes V 230 1996 TD 2.3 Diesel 98 HP 8.8 l/100km Automatic (4)
Mercedes V 280 1997 Dec 1997 — Mar 1999

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 12.7 seconds

2.8 Petrol 174 HP 13.8 l/100km Automatic (4)

Mercedes Vito prices

Mercedes Vito 1996 - 1999 minivan price in Latvia is from 400 € to 2800 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles Mercedes Vito price is above average - Mercedes Vito is approximately for 13 percents cheaper then average minivans of this age (compare minivans 1996 - 1999 prices). Despite of relatively low price Mercedes Vito quality is above average (see below), so this Mercedes can be a good buy.

YearLowestAverageHighestAvailability
Mercedes Vito 1999 price 1400 € 2100 € 2800 €
Mercedes Vito 1998 price 1000 € 1700 € 2500 €
Mercedes Vito 1997 price 800 € 1100 € 1400 €
Mercedes Vito 1996 price 400 € 1000 € 1900 €

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Mercedes Vito 1996 features (options)

Percentage of Mercedes Vito with corresponding feature (option)

Conditioning
32%
Metallic paint
30%
Roof bars (railings)
28%
Adjustable steering wheel
25%
Sunroof
16%
Leather upholstery
11%
Heated seats
11%

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Mercedes Vito reviews

Total 4 Mercedes Vito owner reviews

At the moment we dont have reviews about Mercedes Vito manufactured from 1996 to 1999.
Find below reviews about other generations of Mercedes Vito.
Mercedes Vito 2002 Diesel 2.2 litres, Automatic gearbox
Purchase year:2010 (age of car 8 years) Owned for:200`000 kilometers (6 years)
Average fuel consumption: 9.0 litres per 100km (60% urban driving)
Total cost of repairs: 1980 € (~ 330 € per year)
Total car rating:
7
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