2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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The 2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris provides a middle ground for commercial van buyers. The Metris fills in a gap for buyers who need a bit more space for carrying passengers, but want something that is easy to maneuver while also being fuel efficient.
In terms of design, the Metris features a clean, boxy profile with a slanted front end. Compared to the larger Sprinter van, the Metris is about is about 30.9 inches shorter in overall length, 7.2 inches narrower in width, and 19.3 inches shorter in height. Around the back is the choice of either swing-out cargo door or a liftgate. The base Metris Worker comes with black bumpers and 17-inch steel wheels. The Metris adds body-color bumpers and optional 20-inch alloy wheels.
This is a van built with work in mind and interior shows it. The dash layout is simple with large controls in easy reach for the driver and passenger. There are some soft-touch materials used on the dash and parts of the door panels, but the rest is hard plastics which will able to withstand the duty of carrying passengers and cargo. A 5-inch touchscreen infotainment system comes standard. Navigation is available as an option.
The Metris passenger van offers 3 seating arrangements. Standard is a 7 seat layout, while a 5- and 8-seat layout are optional. Cloth upholstery comes standard, while leatherette is available as an option. The front seats provide excellent comfort and the basic level of seat adjustments. An optional comfort package adds lumbar support to both seats. The rear seats provide plenty of head and legroom. For short trips, the back seats provide excellent support for passengers. Cargo space measures out to 38 cubic feet behind the 3rd-row and 97.3 cubic feet behind the 2nd row.
All Metris vans come with a turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine producing 208 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque. A 7-speed automatic transmission routes power to the rear wheels. EPA fuel economy figures stand at 19 city, 23 Highway, and 21 Combined. Mercedes-Benz recommends 91-octane gas to maximize performance and fuel economy.
Around town, the Metris does exceeding well. A tight turning radius and communicative steering make the Metris a surprisingly nimble vehicle in urban areas. Ride quality is impressive as the suspension soaks up road imperfections of all sizes with no problem. Road and wind noise are kept to almost silent levels.
For safety, the Metris comes equipped with antilock brakes, traction and stability control, Crosswind Assist that helps stabilize the van in high wind conditions, a full set of airbags, a driver-alertness monitor, reversing camera, and Mercedes-Benz’s Rescue Assist that allows first responders to scan a QR code to see where key components such as batteries and structural elements are located to safely perform a rescue. Optional safety equipment includes blind-spot monitoring, collision-prevention assist, lane-keep assist, rain sensors, and a first-aid kit.
The 2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris begins at $29,995 for the Worker passenger van and $33,900 for the passenger van.
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2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris Pricing
Trims & specs
Air Conditioning
Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Third row side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Bluetooth auxiliary audio input · AM/FM radio · Total Number of Speakers: 9
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 11.8 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.0 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: dual front · Floor Mat Material: vinyl/rubber · Floor Material: rubber · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: urethane · Steering wheel trim: urethane
Convenience Features
Assist handle: rear · Cupholders: rear · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Power outlet(s): two 12V rear · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: multi-function screen controls · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 4
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.47
Engine
Alternator: 190 amps
Exterior Features
Door handle color: black · Front bumper color: black · Grille color: black · Mirror color: black · Rear bumper color: black · Rear trunk/liftgate: barn · Side door type: dual manual sliding · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2 · Number of third row headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment screen size: 5.8 in.
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low oil pressure
Lights
Headlights: Auto on/off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: removable split-bench
Roof
OEM roof height: undefined
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Impact sensor: post-collision safety system · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point · Third row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Third row headrests: adjustable · Third row seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear suspension type: trailing arms · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Telematics
Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Third Row Seat
Type: removable split-bench
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Spare tire size: full-size matching · Wheels: steel
Windows
Front wipers: speed sensitive
Air Conditioning
Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Memory card slot auxiliary audio input · AM/FM radio · Total Number of Speakers: 9
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 11.8 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.0 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: dual front · Floor Mat Material: vinyl/rubber · Floor Material: rubber · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: urethane · Steering wheel trim: urethane
Convenience Features
Assist handle: rear · Cupholders: rear · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Power outlet(s): two 12V rear · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: multi-function screen controls · Storage: cargo tie-down anchors and hooks · Vanity mirrors: dual
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 4
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.47
Engine
Alternator: 190 amps
Exterior Features
Door handle color: black · Front bumper color: black · Grille color: black · Mirror color: black · Rear bumper color: black · Rear trunk/liftgate: barn · Side door type: dual manual sliding · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2 · Number of third row headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment screen size: 5.8 in.
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: Auto on/off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: removable split-bench
Roof
OEM roof height: undefined
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear · Impact sensor: post-collision safety system · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point · Third row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Third row headrests: adjustable · Third row seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear suspension type: trailing arms · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Third Row Seat
Type: removable split-bench
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Spare tire size: full-size matching · Wheels: steel
Windows
Front wipers: speed sensitive