WORLD PREMIERE: Mercedes-Benz Vans Presents the X-Class with Six-Cylinder Engine and Permanent All-Wheel Drive
 Mercedes-Benz Vans presents the X-Class |
 Mercedes-Benz Vans presents the X-Class |
The performance of the X-Class is not only thrilling off-road, but also on the road. The wide track, the long wheelbase and the sophisticated design of the comfort suspension with a double wishbone front axle, the multi-link rear axle with a rigid section and coil springs at both axles ensure plenty of on-road driving pleasure and driving dynamics – with no compromises when off-road
Superior performance and fast gearshifts
The 258 hp (190 kW) 3.0-liter six-cylinder diesel engine with common-rail direct injection impresses with its muscular power delivery. The maximum torque of 550 newton meters is available over a wide engine speed
range of 1400 to 3200 rpm. This means that high torque is already available from low engine speeds. Whether for a sporty driving style, comfortable long-distance touring or off-road driving in difficult conditions
– the V6 always guarantees serene and efficient progress. Its special features include lightweight design, the single-stage turbocharger with variable turbine geometry for particularly agile engine response and
the innovative NANOSLIDE® cylinder liner coating also used in Formula 1.
The 7G-TRONIC PLUS automatic transmission included as standard operates with no interruption in tractive power during gearchanges. This leads to better handling characteristics on uphill gradients, when driving off-road and when towing a trailer. Other advantages of 7G-TRONIC PLUS are fast gearshifts and low rpm. This has a positive effect especially with regard to efficiency and noise levels. Steering wheel shift paddles also allow the driver to engage gears manually.
DYNAMIC SELECT for an individual choice of driving characteristics
 Mercedes-Benz Vans presents the X-Class |
• ECO (E): 7G-TRONIC PLUS changes the gears at particularly low engine speeds.
• Sport (S): The engine responds more immediately to throttle input. The automatic transmission makes use of the entire engine speed range to change gears, and shifts at higher engine speeds.
• Manual (M): The automatic transmission can be manually operated using the gearshift paddles on the steering wheel. This appreciably shortens the shift times compared with the Comfort and ECO modes.
• Offroad (O): This mode is suitable for driving on challenging terrain. It offers higher switch points and a flatter, and therefore more precisely adjustable, accelerator characteristic curve.
The ECO start/stop function is active in all driving modes except Offroad (O) mode.
The DYNAMIC SELECT switch is located in the central control panel on the centre console. The selected program is shown as a status and, when the program is changed, appears for a short time as a pop-up display on the instrument cluster's multifunction display.
4MATIC permanent all-wheel drive for a wide variety of surfaces
The 4MATIC permanent all-wheel drive with low-range reduction gear and an optional rear axle locking differential ensures excellent performance and traction on a wide range of driving surfaces. The all-wheel drive
system features a two-stage transfer case which is flange-mounted to the 7G-TRONIC PLUS main transmission. It is fitted with a central differential of planetary design which distributes the drive force between the front
and rear axle with a fixed torque distribution of 40:60 percent. This rear-based configuration ensures improved vehicle dynamics and higher lateral acceleration on the road, and better traction during acceleration.
Optimum traction on any off-road terrain is guaranteed by a continuously adjustable longitudinal differential in the transfer case, in the form of an electromechanical multiplate clutch. This ensures that the traction
potential of all four wheels is fully realised on demanding terrain.
 Mercedes-Benz Vans presents the X-Class |
There are three different all-wheel drive modes: 4MAT for increased vehicle dynamics and 4H for improved traction off-road. 4L mode (low range) is also selectable, with a reduction gearing of 1:2.9. In addition, a 100 percent differential lock is available for the rear axle if desired. The combination of a controlled longitudinal differential lock (0–100%), rear-axle locking differential and reduction gear delivers good performance both on and off-road.
The all-wheel drive system and the suspension with its long spring travel and ground clearance of up to 222 millimetres together ensure outstanding off-road capabilities. The X-Class effortlessly climbs gradients of up to 45 degrees, fords water courses with a depth of up to 60 centimetres and maintains its poise on inclines of almost 50 degrees.
Impressive off-road characteristics
Fording depth
up to 600 mm
Ground clearance
Front axle 202 mm
Rear axle 222 mm for suspension with raised ground clearance
Angle of approach/departure front/rear
up to 29°/24°
up to 30°/25° for suspension with raised ground clearance
Maximum tilt
up to 49.8°
up to 49° for suspension with raised
ground clearance
Ramp breakover angle
up to 20.4°
up to 22° for suspension with raised
ground clearance
Maximum gradeability
up to 100%
Two equipment lines for the X 350 d 4MATIC
The X 350 d 4MATIC sets new standards for comfort and perceived value in the mid-size pickup segment. The X 350 d 4MATIC is equipped with.
Standard features in the high-end equipment line POWER include a simulated, chrome-plated underride guard in the front bumper, a chrome-plated rear bumper, 18-inch 6-spoke light-alloy wheels, LED High Performance headlamps, dashboard with large trim element in a matt black pixel look and with upper section in ARTICO man-made leather, seats in ARTICO man-made leather/DINAMICA microfibre (optionally black or nut brown leather), electrically adjustable seats, the infotainment system Audio 20 CD with a multifunctional touchpad, Keyless-Go and THERMOTRONIC two-zone air conditioning as standard.
The data at a glance
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Mercedes-Benz X 350 d 4MATIC |
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Engine |
3.0 litre V6 turbocharged engine |
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Displacement (cc) |
2987 |
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Output (kW [hp]) |
190 [258] at 3400 rpm |
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Max. torque (Nm) |
550 at 1400–3200 rpm |
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Powertrain |
4MATIC permanent all-wheel drive with rear-biased 40:60 torque distribution |
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Transmission |
7G-TRONIC PLUS with steering wheel shift paddles and ECO start/stop function |
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Provisional figures: fuel consumption (l/100 km) urban/extra-urban/combined |
27.6/34/31.3 |
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Provisional figures: Combined CO2 emissions (g/km) |
237 |
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Acceleration 0–62 mph (s) |
7.9 |
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Top speed (mph) |
127 |
Mercedes me connect – the intelligently networked pickup
Thanks to a communication module with a permanently installed SIM card, X-Class drivers in more than 20 European markets benefit from the comprehensive range of Mercedes me connect services
and are able to access the vehicle by smartphone. The services include Live Traffic Information, the Mercedes-Benz emergency call system, the basic service Maintenance Management and the special service Vehicle Monitoring,
with which major functions of the pickup can be set using a smartphone, tablet or PC - at any time and from anywhere if there is an internet connection. This includes Vehicle Location, Vehicle Monitoring and Geofencing.
The services can be conveniently configured and managed via the Mercedes me portal or the Mercedes me app. If the Mercedes me App is used, complete door-to-door navigation is also possible.
The descriptions and information contained in this press information apply to the international Mercedes-Benz model range. Country-specific variations are possible. All the vehicle data provided are provisional figures for the left-hand drive Euro 6 Mercedes-Benz X 350 d 4MATIC for the European market. UK pricing is to be confirmed.