The first test drive of the Mercedes-Benz V260L premium version was more than three years ago. It was a 2016 model. It was strange but familiar to me. The unfamiliarity comes from the fact that it is the first time to test drive an MPV that is nearly 5.4 meters long. The familiarity comes from the fact that TC, who is used to driving the Volkswagen Metrove T5, is familiar with this large MPV.
TC Jun test drove the 2016 Mercedes-Benz V260L
Two years ago, I tested the premium version of the Mercedes-Benz V260L for the second time. It was the 2018 model. It is a kind of memory and freshness to continue the relationship. intertwined, because the 2018 model has undergone several upgrades compared to the 2016 model, but it still retains the sense of space that translates into happiness.
TC Jun test-drove the 2018 Mercedes-Benz V260L
In the extraordinary year of 2020, TC Jun test-drove it for the third time, except that its long wheelbase changed from 3430mm to 3200mm. standard wheelbase, and it has evolved into a very individual V260 AMG.
V260? AMG is an upgrade based on the 2018 Mercedes-Benz V260 Premium Edition. It is said to be AMG. In fact, it is more appropriate to call it the V260 sports version equipped with AMG style appearance packages, such as radiator grille, exterior mirror covers, double 10-spoke aluminum alloy wheels with black high-gloss paint, and AMG front insurance The bar and belt trims all adopt a black appearance design, and also include black high-gloss window frame trim strips, AMG-style rear bumper, black AMG rear spoiler, sports-style stickers on the body side panels, and chrome trim strips on the tailgate bumper. SPORT?EDITION exclusive stickers, carbon fiber trim and aluminum alloy sports pedals.
The biggest benefit of V260? AMG is that it reaffirms the identity of the driver. If you drive an ordinary-looking Mercedes-Benz V-Class, then this may be a full-time driver, but the personalized V260? Is a car owner. You must know that there is no difference between the riding experience in the second row and the third row for the Mercedes-Benz V-Class, but the carbon fiber trim and aluminum alloy sports pedals in the first row belong only to the driver. No matter what, the visual impact belongs to the driver, and self-satisfaction is important.
V260? Although AMG takes care of the driver, the second row still maintains the high specifications of the V260 premium version. The two VIP seats adopt a first-class luxury seat design comparable to that of the Maybach S-Class. They are equipped with double-sided armrests, luxurious headrests, leg rests and foot rests. They also have heating, ventilation and massage functions, and are equipped with seats. Move the pedal. At the same time, the independently controllable passenger cabin automatic air-conditioning and optional rear-seat entertainment system both demonstrate its attitude towards passengers in the second and third rows.
TC actually prefers the unobstructed feeling of the Volkswagen Metroway where you can step directly into the passenger compartment from the first row to the second and third rows. However, only the mid-to-low-end Pilot version of the Mercedes-Benz V260 can do this, because its configuration does not include a central armrest box, which actually brings a freer sense of space.
The sense of free space also comes from the passenger compartment that relies on slide rails. The enhanced seat track not only allows the second-row seats to move forward and flip up, providing a wider and more direct space for getting in and out of the car, but also supports reverse installation of the seats. When the single seats in the first row of the passenger compartment are installed in reverse, a face-to-face seating mode can be realized to meet a variety of car needs.
Compared with V260L, V260?AMG still feels like a wall. The body length of 5140mm is very common on the road today, but the height of 1.9 meters immediately makes the cars next to it awe-inspiring. It is 230mm shorter than the V260L's 5370mm, which gives the V260?AMG more room to choose parking spaces. What's more, this 230mm has almost no impact on the interior space of the car, because the standard wheelbase V-class interior space It's big enough in itself.
There is not much difference in driving between the standard-axle version and the long-wheelbase version, especially when turning. It has the smallest turning radius of its class and moderate steering force, making it easy to maneuver in any road condition. When parking into the garage, you don't have to choose only side parking, because when parking vertically, compared with the side car, the protruding length of the standard axle version is not much.
One more thing needs to be explained. The V?260?L long wheelbase model is specially designed for Chinese customers, while the standard axle model is exactly the same as the European size.
It still has a familiar driving vision, and the high-angle sitting position has an absolute advantage on Beijing's congested roads. Any changes in the road conditions ahead and the observation of the left and right environments can be seen at a glance, which also gives you confidence in driving. The body's relaxed sitting position makes it possible to travel long distances or in traffic jams without getting tired. To communicate with the rear passengers, the adjustment angle of the body will not be too large. For the driver, this sitting position can easily cope with any situation.
Although it is called AMG or sports version, the power system has not changed compared with the regular version. The 2.0T turbocharged engine of M274 and the enhanced version of 7G-TRONIC? PLUS seven-speed automatic transmission are familiar. Combined, the engine has a maximum power of 155kW and a peak torque of 350N?m. And through the DYNAMIC SELECT controller, you can switch between the four modes of comfort, sport, economy or manual. M274 is as popular as EA888, so the positive response and feedback of power are the advantages of V260 AMG, and the excellent smoothness performance can also meet the definition of "comfort".
The stiffer suspension is suitable for the V260 AMG. Just like the Volkswagen Metro, TC doesn't like the feeling of "riding on a boat". The body feeling created is not as pleasant as the real thing. This is also a characteristic of the German Van, and of course it will be criticized by some users who are spoiled by the GL8. Real feedback on the road actually does not conflict with comfort. The real driving experience can help you understand the car and the road better. When passing a speed bump, the V260 AMG's suspension system has excellent vibration filtering capabilities, retains sufficient toughness, and supports the body strongly enough. The Mercedes-Benz V-Class uses MacPherson struts in the front and semi-trailing arm suspension in the rear. After all, it is a Van and a van, which can carry more weight. Dora fast running is the original intention of the product design. Therefore, for such a car, do not look at whether it uses an independent suspension. It may become more comfortable, but the shortcomings will be more obvious and may even affect the service life of the vehicle.
We often encounter the Mercedes-Benz V-Class on the road. Whether it is V260 or Vito, you can hardly see the intense driving. Everyone is as smooth as a subway. This is the mission of the Mercedes-Benz V-Class. Ensure road safety and the safety of drivers and passengers. V260? AMG is equipped with an LED? intelligent lighting system, which combines appearance and practicality. It can automatically adjust the lighting mode according to external light and driving conditions to ensure driving safety to the greatest extent. It is also equipped with safety configurations including an enhanced version of the distance limit control system, crosswind stability control assist system, blind spot assist system, traffic sign assist system, lane keeping assist system, collision prevention assist system, attention assist system, and the core of Mercedes-Benz. The preventive safety system (PRE-SAFE) protects driving safety at all times.
TC Jun mentioned when he test-drove V260L for the second time that buying an MPV for his family is a concrete manifestation of attaching importance to family and enjoying life. Mr. TC likes big cars because the sense of space they bring is directly linked to his sense of happiness. At the same time, the large seating space coupled with large windows has a very obvious psychological soothing effect. TC doesn’t like a bunch of people crammed into a small car. It feels like the economy class is full. Although you can reach your destination, the irritability along the way is tiring, and the inability to relax physically and mentally and the lack of exclusive space will make you even more tired. Feeling deeply tired. This time when I came into contact with V260 AMG, I still had the same feeling, unchanged. (Text/Southwest)
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