Mercedes Vito 1996
Soft, easy driving, great fuel consumption - 7.2 litres in economical driving, 10 litres per 100 km in sport mode. Great for family trips, traveled over half of Europe, everything OK.
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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.
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, EU) for around 1900 €. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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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) |
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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 600 € to 3900 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles Mercedes Vito price is above average - Mercedes Vito is approximately for 5 percents more expensive then average minivans of this age (compare minivans 1996 - 1999 prices).
| Year | Lowest | Average | Highest | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes Vito 1999 price | 1400 € | 2100 € | 2800 € | |
| Mercedes Vito 1998 price | 1200 € | 2100 € | 3900 € | |
| Mercedes Vito 1996 price | 600 € | 1600 € | 2400 € |
Mercedes Vito total costs of ownership
How much really costs to own Mercedes Vito? Users calculated Mercedes Vito 1996 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 2900 € cost per year and 0.20 € cost per one kilometer.
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Mercedes Vito 1996 features (options)
Percentage of Mercedes Vito with corresponding feature (option)
34% Metallic paint
31% Roof bars (railings)
27% Adjustable steering wheel
24% Sunroof
16% Leather upholstery
11%
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Mercedes Vito reviews
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Pros: Soft, easy driving, great fuel consumption - 7.2 litres in economical driving, 10 litres per 100 km in sport mode. Great for family trips, traveled over half of Europe, everything OK.
Cons: Very difficult to deal with rust, every year i've been working on with anti-rust coverings before winter, but at spring new rust is back and to be painted again.
| 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) | ||
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