Carsieve All versions
| Variant | Running cost per month | Median price | Listings | Fuel | Engine codes | Gearbox | Production years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| V 250 d lang, 190 PS, 7-speed automatic, rear-wheel drive Research | €569 | €32,500 | 693 | Diesel | 651.950 | Automatic (7) | 2014–2019 |
| V 250 d lang, 190 PS, 7-speed automatic, all-wheel drive Research | €593 | €32,500 | 693 | Diesel | 651.950 | Automatic (7) | 2015–2019 |
| V 220 d lang, 163 PS, 7-speed automatic, rear-wheel drive Research | €559 | €27,900 | 218 | Diesel | 651.950 | Automatic (7) | 2014–2019 |
| V 220 d lang, 163 PS, 7-speed automatic, all-wheel drive Research | €599 | €27,900 | 218 | Diesel | 651.950 | Automatic (7) | 2015–2019 |
At a glance
- Reliability: 3/5. Many recalls, most with a short fix. No other fault is confirmed by two independent sources in the sources read.
- DIY: 2/5. Most checks need no tools. Diesel and gearbox work needs a scanner or a workshop.
- Prefer: a V-Class with proof that recall work was done and a documented service history.
- Avoid: a van with open recall campaigns or no proof of recall work.
Engines and gearboxes
- 2.1 Mercedes OM651, rear-drive or 4MATIC (2014-2019): the timing chain and injector faults are in the OM651 guide.
- 1.6 Renault R9M, front-drive (2015-2018): no engine fault confirmed in the sources read.
- 1.7 Renault R9N, front-drive (2019-2020): no engine fault confirmed in the sources read.
- 2.0 Mercedes OM654 (2019 on): no engine fault confirmed in the sources read.
- 2.0 petrol M254 (2024 on, rare): no engine fault confirmed in the sources read.
- 6-speed manual: no gearbox fault confirmed in the sources read.
- 7G-Tronic, 7-speed automatic (to 2019): see the 7G-Tronic guide.
- 9G-Tronic, 9-speed automatic (2019 on): no gearbox fault confirmed in the sources read.
Known issues
No fault is confirmed by two independent sources in the sources read. The engine and gearbox lines above link the guides for the OM651 and the 7G-Tronic.
Before you buy
- Front exterior door handles: pull each front outer handle and check that the door opens and closes normally. Bad result: a handle that does not open the door, or a door that opens on its own.
- Passenger airbag OFF lamp: switch the ignition on and check that the passenger airbag OFF lamp lights and goes out. Bad result: no lamp at all.
- Marco Polo roof bed: ask the seller for proof that the roof-bed recall check was done, and look for rust on the roof frame or bed fasteners. Bad result: rust, or no proof of the check.
- Recall campaigns: ask a Mercedes dealer to check open campaigns for the van's VIN, and ask for proof of the work on the recalls below. Bad result: an open campaign, or no proof that the work was done.
Recalls
| Country | Code | Years | What is done |
|---|---|---|---|
| Germany, UK (ADAC, RAC Drive) | not given | Campaign 09/2018, build years not stated | Passenger airbag OFF lamp may not work. RAC Drive says the airbag control unit needed reprogramming. |
| Germany, Austria (ADAC, ÖAMTC) | not given | Built 2013 or 2014 to June 2017 | Steering column earthing may be insufficient, and the airbag may trigger unexpectedly. A workshop fits proper earthing, about one hour. |
| Germany (ADAC, auto motor und sport) | 012418; 0992007 | OM654 diesel, built July 2020 to April 2022 | Fuel filter drain line can chafe on the underbody and leak diesel. A sealing screw replaces the drain line, about one hour. |
| Germany (auto motor und sport, Promobil) | 010748 | Built 6 February to 10 March 2021 | Front brake caliper carrier not built to spec; braking may be weaker. Check and replace, about two hours. |
| Austria, Germany (ÖAMTC, ADAC) | not given | Marco Polo, built January 2017 to September 2018; campaign 05/2019 | Metal parts under the roof-bed mattress can corrode. Corroded hinges could let the roof bed come loose. The mattress is checked and replaced if needed. |
| UK, Germany (Auto Express, Promobil) | not given | Built 2014 to 2019 (Auto Express); estate to May 2017, panel van to September 2019 (Promobil) | Seat box with a back-up battery may lack its cover: short-circuit and fire risk. A cover is fitted, up to 30 minutes. |
| Austria, Germany (ÖAMTC, CarWiki) | not given | Campaign June 2021, build years not stated | The middle roof-rail support may come loose. A workshop checks it and replaces it if needed, up to 60 minutes. |
| UK (Auto Express, RAC Drive) | not given | Not given | Front outer door handles may be fitted wrongly. Auto Express says the doors could open unexpectedly. Remedy not given. |
| UK, Germany (RAC Drive, CarWiki) | not given | Not given | Software update to reduce NOx emissions on some cars. RAC Drive says owners should check it was done. |
The list covers only the campaigns the sources read. Ask a dealer to check the rest by VIN.
Maintenance
- Keep the full service record with the scope documented, and keep the proof of each recall repair with it.
Sources
English
- Auto Express: used Mercedes V-Class review, recalls and seats
- RAC Drive: Mercedes V-Class 2015-2018 used review
- RAC Drive: Mercedes Vito W447 used review
German
- ADAC: used V-Class BR 447
- auto motor und sport: V-Klasse fuel loss recall
- auto motor und sport: V-Klasse brake recall
- Promobil: Vito and V-Klasse recalls
- ÖAMTC: V-Klasse steering column airbag recall
- ÖAMTC: V-Klasse roof bed recall
- ÖAMTC: Vito and V-Klasse roof rail recall
- CarWiki: Mercedes V-Klasse, Vito and Viano problems
Running costs
| Operational | €220 |
|---|---|
| Workshop | €150 |
| Fixed costs (tax, insurance) | €210 |
| Total per month | €580 |
| New-car depreciation (not included) | €126 |
ADAC figures for 15,000 km a year over 60 months
Market
Listings on mobile.de priced up to 50,000 EUR, 29 October 2026.
- Listings
- 980
- 25th percentile
- €24,990
- Median price
- €30,500
- 75th percentile
- €36,500
- Median mileage
- 159,000 km
- Median first registration
- 2017
- Dealer share
- 70.9%
- Price at 100,000 km
- €36,304
To check a listing's price, open its variant in the table above. Each variant page has a price check.