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The interior design of the Vito is more sober, but there’s no doubting the quality

5. 7G-Tronic transmission

“Fitting this transmission will equal lower fuel consumption and I think it will be unique to the new Vito in the medium van class.

“Germany is predicting 15 to 20 per cent of Vito sales are likely to be an auto, we think 15 per cent of UK buyers will choose the auto.”

6. NVH – Noise Vibration and Harshness

“I drove a prototype last week and it is noticeably more refined to drive than the current Vito.

“The engineers have spent a lot of time on suspension tuning and bodywork design – especially round the door seals and cavities.”

7. Lights

“Front and rear LED lights are available as an option on the new Vito – we call the option ILS.

“They last longer and are cleverer than Zenons, in fact the new Vito has the most extensive use of LEDs in a van. This technology has filtered down directly from our car ranges.”

8. Payload increase for front-wheel drive 1.6-litre versions

“An impressive 120 kg benefit in new Vito, when compared to the current 110CDI versions.”

9. Specifications

“We’ve brought some elements across from Sprinter, for example the telematics system in the new Vito from Becker is interchangeable between vans and updatable via the Becker website.

“Additionally, we have the choice of two stereos in new Vito, standard or upgraded with a colour screen. With sat-nav and a rear parking camera as additional options.”

10. Security

“We’ve worked hard with security centre Thatcham to see how long it takes to physically steal a van. Then developed the new Vito’s security features around this research.

“A Cat 1 immobiliser is standard on the new Vito, with a Cat 1 alarm available on the options list.”

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