{"id":10314,"date":"2017-10-30T16:46:52","date_gmt":"2017-10-30T16:46:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vanrental.co.uk\/vanblog\/?p=10314"},"modified":"2017-10-30T16:49:09","modified_gmt":"2017-10-30T16:49:09","slug":"mercedes-benz-x-class-pickup-available-to-order-in-uk","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vanrental.co.uk\/vanblog\/archives\/10314","title":{"rendered":"Mercedes-Benz X-Class pickup is now on sale in the UK"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"attachment_10315\" style=\"width: 660px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-10315\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-10315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vanrental.co.uk\/vanblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/mercedes-xclass-9-sm.jpg\" alt=\"Mercedes-Benz X-Class pickup\" width=\"650\" height=\"431\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.vanrental.co.uk\/vanblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/mercedes-xclass-9-sm.jpg 650w, https:\/\/www.vanrental.co.uk\/vanblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/mercedes-xclass-9-sm-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.vanrental.co.uk\/vanblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/mercedes-xclass-9-sm-624x414.jpg 624w, https:\/\/www.vanrental.co.uk\/vanblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/mercedes-xclass-9-sm-50x33.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-10315\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The new Mercedes-Benz X-Class pickup is now available to buy in the UK.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>The Mercedes-Benz X-Class pickup is now on sale at UK dealers. Prices start from \u00a327,310 +VAT and first deliveries are now expected in January 2018.<\/p>\n<p>Customers who took advantage of Mercedes&#8217; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vanrental.co.uk\/vanblog\/archives\/9607\">reservation offer<\/a> earlier this year will be able to get a jump on new buyers, as their vehicles are expected in November\/December.<\/p>\n<p>In either case, first impressions are that X-Class buyers will be treated to a high-spec pickup that&#8217;s great to drive and is far more than just a rebadged <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vanrental.co.uk\/vanblog\/archives\/9186\">Nissan Navara<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>The X-Class is available in a refreshingly small number of combinations. Only three trim levels are available, and all models will feature a crew cab. Here&#8217;s a summary of what to expect:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Engine:\u00a0<\/strong>Renault-sourced 2.3l common rail diesel engine. Available with a single turbocharger and 163hp, or with a two-stage turbo setup and 190hp.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Payload &amp; towing:\u00a0<\/strong>A one-tonne payload for the load bed, plus a hefty 3.5-tonne towing capacity.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Trim levels:\u00a0<\/strong>In ascending order of luxury, buyers can choose PURE, PROGRESSIVE or POWER variants. Pure is billed as being for\u00a0<em>&#8220;classic robust use&#8221;<\/em> and features unpainted bumpers and steel wheels. At the other end of the spectrum, Power is\u00a0<em>&#8220;a high-end variant for urban lifestyles&#8221;<\/em> and comes with leather, 18-inch alloys, chrome trim, electric seats and keyless ignition.<\/li>\n<li><strong>V6 \/ AMG model:\u00a0<\/strong>Of course, this is a Mercedes, so a performance version isn&#8217;t optional. A V6-engined X-Class delivering 258hp is expected at some point in 2018. Expect an AMG performance version to follow a little later&#8230;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"attachment_10316\" style=\"width: 660px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-10316\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-10316\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vanrental.co.uk\/vanblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/mercedes-xclass-10-sm.jpg\" alt=\"Mercedes-Benz X-Class interior\" width=\"650\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.vanrental.co.uk\/vanblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/mercedes-xclass-10-sm.jpg 650w, https:\/\/www.vanrental.co.uk\/vanblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/mercedes-xclass-10-sm-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.vanrental.co.uk\/vanblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/mercedes-xclass-10-sm-624x416.jpg 624w, https:\/\/www.vanrental.co.uk\/vanblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/mercedes-xclass-10-sm-50x33.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-10316\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Inside the Mercedes-Benz X-Class<\/p><\/div>\n<p>As you&#8217;d expect from a German car maker, there&#8217;s a fairly sizeable option list.\u00a0The X-Class is available with seven option packages, tailored to different trim levels.<\/p>\n<p>For example, X-Class Power buyers can opt for a Style Package with privacy glass, larger alloy wheels and running boards.<\/p>\n<p>At the other end of the scale, buyers of Pure models may want to opt for the Plus Package, which adds parking sensors and a load rail securing system.<\/p>\n<p>Buyers of all models who actually plan to use their vehicles off road may want to consider the optional diff lock, which is available for \u00a3495 +VAT. An extra 20mm of ground clearance can be added for \u00a3220 +VAT.<\/p>\n<p>In my view, it&#8217;s clear that Mercedes is aiming squarely for lifestyle and owner\/driver buyers. I don&#8217;t see corporate fleets buying many of these.<\/p>\n<p>But early reviews indicate that it&#8217;s one of the best models on the market to drive and has a quality interior. Anyone who ends up behind the wheel seems likely to be fairly happy with their choice.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The new Mercedes-Benz X-Class pickup is now available to order in the UK, with first deliveries expected in January 2018. 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