Mercedes-Benz Metris Van Wins "Best Commercial Vehicle" Award at 2015 TAWA Texas Truck Rodeo

ATLANTA – The 2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris midsize commercial van won the Texas Auto Writers Association (TAWA) “Best Commercial Vehicle” award at this year’s TAWA Texas Truck Rodeo™. The two-day event, held at the historic Knibbe Ranch outside San Antonio,Texas, took place on October 8-9, 2015.

Eighty-eight vehicles vied for awards in more than 20 categories during the two-day Truck Rodeo competition at Knibbe Ranch. With 69 members of the Texas Auto Writer’s Association on hand, the 2016 Metris was examined and test driven extensively in the Texas Hill Country. Competing head-to-head against various commercial van offerings, the Metris impressed with itssmooth ride, exclusive safety features, cargo hauling prowess and overall refinement.

Available in both passenger and cargo configurations, the Metris is a new, right-sized van offering from Mercedes-Benz that is larger than small vans and smaller than large vans. Its value proposition includes superior craftsmanship, high cargo/towing capacity and an attractive price. It is designed to thrive in large metropolitan areas with an agile yet spacious presence. The CargoVan starts at $28,950, and the Passenger Van starts at $32,500 (excluding $995 destination/delivery charge for both vans). All Mercedes-Benz Vans feature the advantages of top customer service at dealerships, top levels of safety and ergonomics and exemplary Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), further distinguishing the Metris. Its size and garageability allow this mid-size van to fit easily in parking garages and navigate the streets in busy metropolitan areas. In addition to its sophisticated, sleek design, it carries many of the rugged characteristics of the Sprinter.

About Texas Auto Writers Association
The Texas Auto Writers Association was founded in 1985 with a mission to promote quality and accuracy in automotive journalism and disseminate information about the industry through newsrelated print, online and broadcast media. Its member base is highly regarded by the automotive industry as experts on trucks and SUVs.

The annual TAWA Texas Truck Rodeo™ brings journalists from throughout Texas and across the U.S. to evaluate and award the nation’s top trucks and SUVs.

About Mercedes-Benz USA
Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA), headquartered in Atlanta, is responsible for the distribution, marketing and customer service for all Mercedes-Benz products in the United States. MBUSA offers drivers the most diverse lineup in the luxury segment with 14 model lines ranging from thesporty CLA-Class four-door coupe to the flagship S-Class and the Mercedes-AMG GT S.

MBUSA is also responsible for Mercedes-Benz Vans and smart products in the U.S. More information on MBUSA and its products can be found at www.mbusa.com, www.mbsprinterusa.com and www.smartusa.com.

Specifications