Mercedes-Benz X-Class
| Mercedes-Benz X-Class | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Overview | |
| Type | Pickup truck |
| Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz |
| Production | 2017–present |
| Model years | 2018–present |
| Assembly | Barcelona, Spain Santa Isabel, Argentina |
| 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 in) |
| Length | 5,340 mm (210 in) |
| Width | 1,920 mm (76 in) |
| Height | 1,819 mm (72 in) |
The Mercedes-Benz X-Class is a luxury pickup truck produced 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 and some body panels from the Nissan Navara and employs many Mercedes-specific features and technologies. It went on sale in early 2017.[1]
Development
In 2015, Mercedes-Benz announced that development of a pick-up truck was in the works.[2] The Mercedes-Benz X-Class entered production in late-2017. The new vehicle, developed in conjunction with the Nissan-Renault Alliance, will be assembled at Nissan and Renault plants in Europe and South America.
On October 25, 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. South Africans in particular are very optimistic about the Mercedes X-Class; as pick-up trucks are extremely popular there. 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 Argentina and Spain.[3]
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
Engines
| Model | Years | Type/code | Power@rpm, Torque@rpm | Transmissions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| X200 | 2018– | I4 turbo | 122 kW (166 PS; 164 hp) | 6-speed manual |
| Model | Years | Type/code | Power@rpm, Torque@rpm | Transmissions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| X220d | 2018– | 2,298 cc (140.2 cu in) I4 turbo | 120 kW (163 PS; 161 hp) @ 3750, 403 N⋅m (297 lbf⋅ft) @ 1500–2500 | 6-speed manual |
| X250d | 2018– | 2,298 cc (140.2 cu in) I4 turbo | 140 kW (190 PS; 188 hp) @ 3750, 450 N⋅m (332 lbf⋅ft) @ 1500–2500 | 6-speed manual
7-speed automatic |
| X350d | 2018– | 2,998 cc (182.9 cu in)V6 turbo Diesel | 190 kW (258 PS; 255 hp) @ 3600, 550 N⋅m (406 lbf⋅ft) @ 1600 | 7-speed automatic |
References
- ^ "2018 Mercedes-Benz X-Class First Ride". Autoblog. 2017-07-21. Retrieved 2017-07-21.
{{cite web}}: Cite has empty unknown parameter:|dead-url=(help) - ^ "Mercedes Pickup Truck Concept: Here it Is". Road & Track. 2016-10-25. Retrieved 2016-10-27.
- ^ "The Mercedes-Benz pickup truck is here — and it's called the X-Class". Business Insider. Retrieved 2016-10-27.
- ^ a b "Engine and transmission: High-torque, enjoyable performance with four and six cylinders | marsMediaSite". Daimler Global Media Site (Press release). 2017-07-18. Retrieved 2017-07-21.
- ^ "Mercedes X-Class Technical Data". Daimler Global Media Site (Press release). 2017-07-18. Retrieved 2017-07-21.