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Mercedes-Benz Vario
Mercedes-Benz Vario with bus conversionManufacturer Mercedes-Benz Also called W670 Production 1996–present Assembly Ludwigsfelde, Germany
Alcobendas, Spain (CKD)Predecessor Mercedes-Benz T2 (Transporter 2) Class Commercial vehicle Layout Front engine, rear-wheel drive Engine Mercedes-Benz OM904 The Mercedes-Benz Vario (model designation W670) is a heavy van manufactured by Mercedes-Benz. Originally launched as the T2 (Transporter 2) in 1986, the Vario gained its current name when it was facelifted in 1996. The T2 van itself succeeded the Mercedes-Benz L van series.
The bodyshell remained relatively unchanged since production started. The Vario has proved a popular base chassis for minibuses and mini-coaches, although the demand for minibuses has declined with new regulations requiring disabled access, although a model with a wheelchair lift is now available.
The Vario is fitted with a type OM904 internal combustion engine (shared with the Mercedes-Benz Atego).
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