Mercedes-Benz X-Class
| Mercedes-Benz X-Class | |
|---|---|
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| Overview | |
| Type | Pickup truck |
| Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz |
| Production | November 2017–May 2020[1] |
| Assembly |
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| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Mid-size luxury pickup truck |
| Layout | |
| Platform | Nissan F-Alpha platform |
| Doors | 4 |
| Related | Nissan Navara Renault Alaskan |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual 7-speed automatic |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 3,150 mm (124.0 in) |
| Length | 5,340 mm (210.2 in) |
| Width | 1,920 mm (75.6 in) |
| Height | 1,819 mm (71.6 in) |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Mercedes Musso [2] |
The Mercedes-Benz X-Class (W470) is a luxury pickup truck sold by the German automaker Mercedes-Benz, a division of German company Daimler AG. Unveiled at a world premiere in Cape Town in July 2017, the new Mercedes-Benz pickup takes its chassis from the Nissan Navara and employs many Mercedes-specific features and technologies (including some engines not shared with the Navara). It went on sale in early 2017.[3][4]
Development
In 2015, Mercedes-Benz announced that development of a pickup truck was in the works.[5] The Mercedes-Benz X-Class entered production in late 2017. The new vehicle, developed in conjunction with the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi Alliance, will be assembled at Nissan and Renault plants in Europe and South America.
On 25 October 2016, Mercedes-Benz announced a concept class called the X-Class Concept. According to Mercedes, the new X-Class will be the world's first true "premium" pick-up truck. Dieter Zetsche, Daimler Chairman and head of Mercedes-Benz cars, said it would help a growing segment. It is slated to be only available in Australia, Europe, Latin America, and Africa. The engine is expected to be a turbocharged diesel V6 engine paired with a 4Matic permanent all-wheel-drive system. Production started in 2017 in Spain.[6]
Promotion
On 19 July 2017, the promotional video/advertising spot "Mercedes-Benz X-Class: Pickup Meets Lifestyle – Trailer" has been released, with "We Are Young" song by Blues Saraceno as soundtrack.[citation needed]
Models
The X-class launched with three trim levels: Pure, Progressive and Power.[7][8]
Engines
| Model | Years | Type/code | Power at rpm, Torque at rpm | Transmissions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| X200 | 2018– | I4 turbo M274 | 122 kW (166 PS; 164 hp) at 6,000, 238 N⋅m (176 lbf⋅ft) at 4,000 | 6-speed manual
7-speed automatic |
| Model | Years | Type/code | Power at rpm, Torque at rpm | Transmissions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| X220d | 2018–2020 | 2,298 cc (140.2 cu in) I4 turbo OM699 DE23 LA R | 120 kW (163 PS; 161 hp) at 3,750, 403 N⋅m (297 lbf⋅ft) at 1,500–2,500 | 6-speed manual |
| X250d | 2018–2020 | 2,298 cc (140.2 cu in) I4 turbo OM699 DE23 LA | 140 kW (190 PS; 188 hp) at 3,750, 450 N⋅m (332 lbf⋅ft) at 1,500–2,500 | 6-speed manual
7-speed automatic |
| X350d | 2018–2020 | 2,998 cc (182.9 cu in)V6 turbo Diesel OM642 | 190 kW (258 PS; 255 hp) at 3,600, 550 N⋅m (406 lbf⋅ft) at 1,600 | 7-speed automatic |
Discontinuation
The X-Class ended production in May 2020 due to slow sales.
References
- ^ "Goodbye, X-Class - You saved me in Albania, but couldn't save yourself". Wheels. 4 May 2020. Retrieved 1 June 2020.
- ^ https://www.carthrottle.com/post/56xr8xb/
- ^ "2018 Mercedes-Benz X-Class First Ride". Autoblog. 21 July 2017. Retrieved 21 July 2017.
- ^ Padeanu, Adrian (31 January 2020). "Mercedes X-Class Production To End In May: Official". Motor1.com. Retrieved 31 January 2020.
- ^ "Mercedes Pickup Truck Concept: Here it Is". Road & Track. 25 October 2016. Retrieved 27 October 2016.
- ^ "The Mercedes-Benz pickup truck is here — and it's called the X-Class". Business Insider. Retrieved 27 October 2016.
- ^ "Mercedes-Benz X-Class 2018 pricing and spec confirmed". CarsGuide. Retrieved 4 January 2019.
- ^ "Mercedes-Benz X-Class". Top Gear. 1 February 2018. Retrieved 4 January 2019.
- ^ a b "Engine and transmission: High-torque, enjoyable performance with four and six cylinders". Daimler Global Media Site (Press release). 18 July 2017. Archived from the original on 21 July 2017. Retrieved 21 July 2017.
- ^ "Mercedes X-Class Technical Data". Daimler Global Media Site (Press release). 18 July 2017. Archived from the original on 21 July 2017. Retrieved 21 July 2017.