The 2016 Mercedes Metris Van offers a versatile platform for both cargo and passenger needs, distinguished by its range of standard and optional equipment. This overview details the features available for the Metris Cargo and Passenger models, providing a comprehensive look at what this van offers.
Metris Cargo Van – Standard Equipment
The standard 2016 Mercedes Metris Cargo van comes equipped with practical features designed for functionality and convenience. These include 17-inch steel wheels for durability, a passenger-side sliding door for easy access, and 270-degree opening rear barn doors to maximize loading space. Automatic headlights ensure visibility, while power front windows and power locks add to the ease of operation. Keyless entry provides quick access, and air-conditioning keeps the cabin comfortable. Inside, a tilt-only steering wheel and fabric upholstery provide a functional driving environment. For connectivity and entertainment, the Metris Cargo features Bluetooth phone connectivity and a five-speaker sound system with a color display, USB port, and media player interface.
Metris Cargo Van – Stand-alone Options
Beyond the standard features, the Metris Cargo van offers stand-alone options to tailor the vehicle to specific needs. Rear compartment air ducts can enhance climate control throughout the van, while different partition designs allow for customized cargo space management. Cargo area LED lighting improves visibility in the rear, and rear window defrost and wipers enhance rear visibility in inclement weather. Remote opening/closing windows add convenience, and a variety of cargo-securing solutions are available to keep loads secure.
Metris Passenger Van – Standard Equipment Enhancements
The 2016 Mercedes Metris Passenger van builds upon the Cargo model’s foundation, adding features focused on passenger comfort and convenience. It includes rear seats and trim to accommodate passengers, along with rear air-conditioning for passenger comfort. A driver-side side door is added for easier entry and exit, and the rear doors are configured as 180-degree opening doors with window defrost and wipers for passenger visibility. Rear privacy glass enhances passenger privacy, and remote window operation is included for rear windows. The audio system is upgraded with four rear speakers to improve the sound experience for passengers.
Available Packages for the 2016 Mercedes Metris Van
To further customize the 2016 Mercedes Metris Van, several packages are available:
Driver Comfort Package
This package focuses on enhancing driver ergonomics with upgraded front seats that include lumbar adjustment, improving comfort for long drives.
Driver Efficiency Package
The Driver Efficiency package adds practical technology features, including a rearview camera to aid in maneuvering, foglights for improved visibility in poor weather, cruise control for relaxed highway driving, and a Becker navigation system for route guidance.
Active Safety Plus Package
This comprehensive safety package includes heated power mirrors for better visibility in cold weather, advanced accident-avoidance technologies to enhance safety, automatic wipers for convenience, and a leather-wrapped multifunction steering wheel for a more premium feel. A trip computer and enhanced gauges provide additional driver information. Furthermore, an automatic parallel parking system and parking sensors can be added to this package to simplify parking.
Cold Weather Package
For colder climates, the Cold Weather package adds heated front seats for driver and passenger comfort, a heated windshield washer system to prevent freezing, and an upgraded heater for enhanced cabin warmth.
Interior Appearance Package (Passenger Van only)
Specifically for the Passenger van, the Interior Appearance package enhances the cabin ambiance with more comfortable suspension tuning for a smoother ride, an overhead control panel, front footwell lighting, and interior carpeting for a more refined interior.
Rear Passenger Comfort Package (Passenger Van only)
This package prioritizes rear passenger comfort with automatic climate control and a more powerful air-conditioning system to ensure a comfortable environment for all occupants. Power-opening sliding doors are also available, with the option to specify passenger-side only or both sides.
Stand-alone Options for Both 2016 Mercedes Metris Van Models
Certain stand-alone options are available for both the Passenger and Cargo versions of the 2016 Mercedes Metris Van, offering consistent customization across models. These include roof rails for increased cargo-carrying versatility, a single flip-up liftgate as an alternative to barn doors, cruise control for driving convenience, the automatic parallel parking system and parking sensors for easier parking, automatic climate control for enhanced cabin comfort, leatherette vinyl upholstery for durability and ease of cleaning, and the Becker navigation system for route guidance.
The 2016 Mercedes Metris Van provides a wide array of features and options, allowing owners to configure the van to meet their specific cargo or passenger transportation needs.
