The new Mercedes-Benz Marco Polo Horizon debuts as the sleekest and most versatile member of the Marco Polo camper van family. You can carry sleeping and eating amenities for four people wherever you go, but there are no permanent camper facilities that eat up space. Classy enough to comfortably park your car in valet parking, yet ready to transform into a cozy two-story lodge in no time.
Mercedes introduced the Marco Polo Horizon in 2017, three years after introducing the V-Class as the Viano’s successor MPV. As a camper, it is Mercedes’ mid-range model, inheriting the light camper layout of the Vito-based Marco Polo Activity to a more luxurious V-class base. By removing the kitchen block and cabinets that were included in the flagship Marco Polo model, the Horizon provided more seating and space while providing two separate beds at camp.
The second-generation V-Class was launched earlier this year, with Horizon following the standard Marco Polo transition to the new platform. Rather than chasing Volkswagen with a discreet mini-kitchen, Mercedes has kept the Horizon simply focused on daily driving, with the side of being able to sleep overnight if needed.
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Mercedes designed the second generation V-Class with the aim of further enhancing the sedan’s style and luxury. The new Horizon benefits from a similar facelift, greeting the world with the quietly handsome glow of a three-pointed star-adorned grille flanked by multibeam LED headlamps. This camper also comes standard with dual sliding doors for the first time, which makes it easy to register after soccer practice or sneak out to enjoy some midnight nature at camp.
The interior layout of the V-Class camper is centered around a fold-down rear bench that seats three passengers on the road, then lowers to create a 76 x 53-inch (193 x 135 cm) bed. The roof, which is below the 2 m (6.6 ft) mark when closed, is raised to access the 81 x 44.5 in (205 x 113 cm) bed above, sleeping up to 5 people in total Make sure you have enough space. Mercedes thinks it would definitely be more comfortable to stick to four cars. The interior ambient lighting system with 64 color options promises to add a touch of flair to your base camp.
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Mercedes adds standard front swivel seats to create a spacious lounge area with seating for five. An optional dual-leaf table can be added to complete an indoor dining area, workstation, and/or gameplay lounge.
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The updated V-Class cockpit features dual 12.3-inch digital displays, updated MBUX infotainment, wireless smartphone charging, a heated steering wheel, keyless ignition, and updated styling cues.
Mercedes is preparing to take orders for the new Marco Polo Horizon, with prices in Germany starting at just under 58,940 euros (approximately $62,225) including VAT. At nearly €4,000 less than the starting price of the cheapest Volkswagen California Beach, you should seriously consider the Horizon. This lightweight camper van is powered by Mercedes’ OM654 four-cylinder turbodiesel and will be available with both rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. Buyers can choose options such as two additional seats, a camp heating system, and an external power connection.
Source: Mercedes-Benz
