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Mercedes-Benz V-Class V 280 Trend

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MPVPetrolAutomaticFWDYear 1997
174
Horsepower · 128 kW
12.7s
0–100 km/h
184
km/h top speed
13.8
l/100 km

The Mercedes-Benz V-Class V 280 Trend is a mpv powered by a petrol engine delivering 174 hp (128 kW).

Updated Jun 2026 · Data curated by Cars-Data.com

Performance

It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 12.7 s and reaches a top speed of 184 km/h. Drive is routed to the front-wheel-drive axle via an automatic.

Efficiency & range

Fuel efficiency stands at 13.8 l/100 km combined.

Generation & history

This variant was introduced in 1997 as part of the Mercedes-Benz V-Class (1996-1999) generation, and sits alongside 13 other variants in this generation. It is both the most powerful and the quickest-accelerating variant of this generation.

Full specifications — including engine displacement, transmission type, dimensions, weight, and historical list price — are available on the specifications page.

Quick answers
What is the engine power of the Mercedes-Benz V-Class V 280 Trend?

The Mercedes-Benz V-Class V 280 Trend produces 174 hp (128 kW).

How fast does the Mercedes-Benz V-Class V 280 Trend accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h?

The Mercedes-Benz V-Class V 280 Trend accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 12.7 seconds.

What is the top speed of the Mercedes-Benz V-Class V 280 Trend?

The top speed of the Mercedes-Benz V-Class V 280 Trend is 184 km/h.

What is the fuel consumption of the Mercedes-Benz V-Class V 280 Trend?

The Mercedes-Benz V-Class V 280 Trend has a combined fuel consumption of 13.8 l/100 km.

What transmission does the Mercedes-Benz V-Class V 280 Trend have?

The Mercedes-Benz V-Class V 280 Trend is equipped with a Automatic transmission.

Is the Mercedes-Benz V-Class V 280 Trend front, rear, or all-wheel drive?

The Mercedes-Benz V-Class V 280 Trend sends power through the FWD drivetrain.

What is the engine size of the Mercedes-Benz V-Class V 280 Trend?

The Mercedes-Benz V-Class V 280 Trend has a 2,792 cc engine with 6 cylinders.

What is the torque of the Mercedes-Benz V-Class V 280 Trend?

The Mercedes-Benz V-Class V 280 Trend produces 237 Nm of torque.

When was the Mercedes-Benz V-Class V 280 Trend introduced?

The Mercedes-Benz V-Class V 280 Trend was introduced in 1997.