Mercedes-Benz V-Class (1996 - 2003 )  

Roomy people-carrier with a strong, frugal 2.2-litre diesel engine. Some versions seat seven.

Most seat six. Looks like a van with windows and drives like one. Interior trim is too fragile. Sliding side door mechanism can fail.

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Last updated 24 November 2011
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