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The new Mercedes-Benz Vito, a light van produced that the German automaker has been selling in many countries (excluding the U.S.) since 1996, has just received a comprehensive revamp and for the first time is available with a BlueEFFICIENCY drivetrain.


Standard new engines and new transmissions reduce emissions and fuel consumption by up to 15 percent to 31.7 miles per gallon on the slightly generous European cycle while enhancing performance, Mercedes said in a statement today. All of the engines reportedly comply with the Euro 5 emissions standard.


Further reductions in fuel consumption and emissions are possible with the optionally available BlueEFFICIENCY technology. The technology, which is available as an option for the Vito panel van and comes as standard for the Vito crewbus licensed as a passenger car, is a unique offering in the vans segment.


The new BlueEFFICIENCY four-cylinder engines are rated at 70 kilowatts (95 horsepower) in the Vito 110 CDI, 100 kW (136 hp) in the Vito 113 CDI and 120 kW (163 hp) in the Vito 116 CDI. Fuel economy improves to 34 mpg.
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Tags: Diesel, Emissions, Ford, Fuel Economy, Mercedes-Benz, Plug-ins and Electric, BlueEFFICIENCY Technology, Diesel, ECO Gear, Emissions, Fuel Economy, Mercedes-Benz Vito Van

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M-B's New Vito Offers Much Improved Fuel Economy and BlueEFFICIENCY Option was originally published by Green Car Advisor. Read the full story by clicking here.