- Fuel-efficient turbo-diesel engines
- Comfortable ride
- Well-weighted steering provides good feedback
- Eight seat capacity
- Noisy turbo-diesel engines
- Interior lacks sound insulation
- OM651 turbo-diesel engine susceptible to wear of the simplex timing chain and chain tensioner
Overview
Released in March 2012, the Mercedes-Benz W639 Valente was an eight-seat people mover. Positioned between the Mercedes-Benz Vito wagon and Viano, the rear-wheel drive Valente range consisted of the 2.1 CDI BlueEfficiency which was powered by a 2.1-litre twin-turbocharged diesel engine mated to a five-speed automatic transmission. Inside, the Valente had dual sliding doors, rotating second row seats and 730 litres of luggage space.
For the Valente, Mercedes-Benz’s BlueEfficiency measures included an ‘ECO’ power steering pump, regulated fuel pump and lower rolling resistance tyres. Over the combined ADR 81/02 cycle, the Valente achieved fuel consumption of 8.2 litres per 100 km.
| Variant | Engine | Trans. | Peak power | Peak torque |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.1 CDI BE | 2.1-litre twin-turbo diesel I4 | 5sp auto | 120 kW at 3800 rpm | 360 Nm at 1600-2400 rpm |
Dimensions and suspension
The Mercedes-Benz W639 Valente was 5008 mm long, 1901 mm wide, 1875 mm tall and had a 3200 mm long wheelbase. Furthermore, the Valente had MacPherson strut front suspension and independent rear suspension with semi-trailing arms.
Safety equipment
Standard safety equipment for the Mercedes-Benz W639 Valente included dual front airbags, front and rear side (thorax) airbags, front curtain airbags, ABS, electronic brake force distribution, brake assist, electronic stability control, traction control and front seatbelts with pre-tensioners and load limiters.
Euro NCAP and ANCAP testing
In Euro NCAP testing, a 2008 Mercedes-Benz W639 Viano – on which the Valente was based – that was fitted with a 2.1-litre turbo-diesel engine received a four star adult occupant protection rating with a score of 30.66 out of 37. The Valente, however, was further equipped with side and curtain airbags, such that ANCAP conferred an additional two points in the pole test – for a total of 32.66 points – which resulted in a five star adult occupant protection rating for the Valente. In the offset crash test, protection from serious leg injury was marginal for both front occupants; in the side impact test, there was a slight risk of serious chest injury for the driver.
Features: Mercedes-Benz Valente
Standard features for the Mercedes-Benz W639 Valente included 17-inch alloy wheels with 225/55 R17 tyres, a six speaker sound system with a CD player, MP3/WMA compatibility and auxiliary inputs (3.5mm/USB/iPod), dual-zone climate control air conditioning, cruise control, front and rear fog lights, automatic headlights, rain-sensing wipers, front and rear parking sensors, Bluetooth connectivity, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, remote central locking, power windows (front only) and heated mirrors, a height and reach adjustable steering wheel, 12 volt power outlets, an electrochromatic rear view mirror, rear privacy glass and an immobiliser.
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