Mercedes-Benz V-Klasse 447 facelift V 220 d lang, 163 PS, 9-speed automatic, all-wheel drive (2019–2024)

Research for this car

• Generation guide Mercedes V-Class W447 (2014 on): known problems and buying guide

  Many recalls and no fault confirmed by two sources. Check recall proof and the diesel service record before you buy.

Before you buy this car

From the generation guide

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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.

Running costs

ADAC figures for 15,000 km a year over 60 months

ADAC versions