After Uncle Che introduced three different types of RVs to everyone in the last episode, they received unanimous praise from everyone. Many friends left messages to Uncle Che saying that they wanted to know about some high-end RV models, so today Che Uncle is here to introduce you to a Mercedes-Benz RV. Before introducing this car, let everyone know its name, Marco Polo.
Yes, you heard it right, it’s called Marco Polo. As for why everyone is surprised, Uncle Che has already guessed the reason, because there is a tile brand also named Marco Polo, but this Marco is not Marco Polo. There are many people with the same name and surname in the world, so it is not surprising. Okay, enough gossip, Uncle Che will bring it out to meet everyone now.
The history of Mercedes-Benz Marco Polo
With the popularity of camping, converting vehicles into RVs suitable for long-distance self-driving has become a need for many families. In order to meet the needs of consumers, many modification factories Convert a van, truck or caravan into a comfortable RV. As a world-renowned automobile manufacturer, how could Mercedes-Benz turn a blind eye to this market? So in 1984, it converted one of its 209D models into a RV and named it Marco Polo.
Mercedes-Benz used the nautical compass-shaped digital dial as the logo of the first-generation Marco Polo to convey to consumers the meaning that this car can take you anywhere.
Marco Polo’s China connection
Hundreds of years ago, the great traveler Marco Polo set out from Venice. After a long journey of three or four years, he was able to catch a glimpse of Kublai Khan, the Emperor of the East. With his respectable appearance, "Marco Polo's Travels" became the earliest key to unlocking Western society's insight into ancient Chinese civilization.
On April 15, 2005, Beijing time, the Mercedes-Benz Viano Marco Polo leisure travel RV officially entered China. Ms. Deng Jie, a well-known person in the film industry, and Mr. Cai Dongchen, chairman of the domestic business tycoon Hebei Shijiazhuang Pharmaceutical Group Became the first customer representative of Marco Polo in China, thus kicking off the launch of Mercedes-Benz Marco Polo models in China.
The new Mercedes-Benz Marco Polo has been sold overseas
The 2020 Mercedes-Benz Marco Polo is modified based on the Mercedes-Benz V-Class. In fact, it has already won at the starting line in terms of product strength and performance. With V The excellent chassis foundation and mechanical quality give Marco Polo more confidence and confidence.
In terms of size, the length, width and height are 5140*2249*1980mm respectively, and the wheelbase is 3200mm. After opening the lifting roof, the body height is 2839mm, which further increases the already wide body size in height. , providing a very good guarantee for the space inside the car.
In terms of cockpit, the Mercedes-Benz Marco Polo RV has not made many changes to the V-Class. The central control area still adopts the classic design of the Mercedes-Benz V-Class, with a three-spoke multi-function steering wheel and a central multi-function display ( It supports map navigation function, GPS, reversing image), carbon fiber central control panel, Comand system (added touch panel), cylindrical air-conditioning outlet, etc., creating a high-end and stable atmosphere as a whole.
When you enter the rear cabin, you can see a row of seats and a standing cabinet. Since the standing cabinet occupies most of the area on the left side, Mercedes-Benz Marco Polo simply simplified the original double-door function to provide better convenience for consumers. The author has brought more small windows that can be opened, and it is also a good choice to gain what is lost in the east.
After the row seats are folded flat through the electric adjustment button, there is a large bed for sleeping and resting. If you feel that it is not enough, you can also prop up the tent on the roof to get an independent space. , suddenly gives people a sense of familiarity with bunk beds in college.
As an RV, how come it lacks the function of cooking? Mercedes-Benz Marco Polo provides a built-in gas stove. Although almost no one dares to use it in the car in China, it is far less safe and convenient than an induction cooker, but it is still a very popular configuration abroad.
The Mercedes-Benz Marco Polo makes full use of space. When you open the drawer of the standing cabinet, you can see many compartments, which allow you to neatly put the tableware you use every day into the car, and it is very easy to use.
After everything is ready, the portable dining table set up by Mercedes-Benz Marco Polo comes in handy. While ensuring sufficient support strength, it also better increases the area of ??the table board, making it easy to have a candlelight dinner anytime, anywhere. Another extravagant thought.
Finally, let’s talk about power. Mercedes-Benz Marco Polo is equipped with a 2.1T turbocharged diesel engine with a maximum power of 140kW and a maximum torque of 440Nm. It is matched with a 7-speed automatic transmission. Combined with it With rear-wheel drive, this power can definitely meet the needs of daily use.
Uncle Che’s summary
Although this Mercedes-Benz Marco Polo is infinitely close to perfection, there are still some regrets, such as it does not have a built-in toilet and bathroom. In addition, The power of the diesel version also means that it will lose a large number of potential Chinese users. But so what, as long as it bears the Mercedes-Benz logo, there will definitely be people willing to pay for it. They look forward to models equipped with gasoline engines coming to the Chinese market as soon as possible, bringing consumers a different life experience and travel style. ?
This article comes from the author of Autohome Chejiahao and does not represent the views and positions of Autohome.