Mercedes Benz MB100 DL
Built: 1988 · Series: MB100
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Mercedes-Benz MB 100 – the van built in Vitoria, Spain: a four-cylinder diesel of around 2.4 litres, short- and long-wheelbase (L) versions, 1,820 to 2,520 kg unladen weight, 2,800 to 3,100 kg gross weight
The MB 100 was built from 1988 to 1995 at the Spanish plant in Vitoria, which Mercedes-Benz had taken over for the light van class below the T1. D in the type designation denotes the diesel engine, L the extended-wheelbase version, and D17 a power variant of the diesel unit. The MB 100 filled the gap between compact car-derived vans and the larger T1.
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The register lists here 5 versions from four cylinders of 2,350 to 2,399cc displacement, unladen weights from 1,820 to 2,520 kg, gross vehicle weights from 2,800 to 3,100 kg and widths from 1,850 to 2,310 mm.
As a compact panel van, the MB 100 targeted tradesmen, courier firms and smaller hauliers looking for a manoeuvrable van with moderate running costs, without needing a three-litre diesel. It competed directly with the VW Transporter and the Ford Transit in the lower weight class, and the Vitoria plant itself illustrates how far Mercedes-Benz spread its van production across Europe during this period.
When buying used, check sills, lower door edges and the load floor for corrosion, the condition of the injection pump and turbocharger where fitted, and wear on the steering and front axle, which is more heavily loaded on long-wheelbase versions. Given the limited numbers built, parts for the engine and chassis today come mainly from Spanish and German specialist dealers, and interior trim parts in particular are worth checking carefully before purchase.
Sources: SpecCodex register, model data: Mercedes Benz MB100, Mercedes-Benz (manufacturer)
Technical data
Engine
| Cylinders | 4correct |
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Dimensions and weights
| Width | 2,170 mmcorrect |
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| Wheelbase | 2,680 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 2,520 kgcorrect |
| Gross vehicle weight | 2,810 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Wheels | 4correct |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does the Mercedes Benz MB100 DL weigh?
The unladen weight is 2,520 kg.
What is the gross vehicle weight of the Mercedes Benz MB100 DL?
2,810 kg.
What engine does the Mercedes Benz MB100 DL have?
4 cylinders.
When was the Mercedes Benz MB100 DL built?
Production years: 1988.
What to check before buying
- Check the hour meter against the service records — a replaced instrument is the most common gap.
- Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
- Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
- Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.
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Sources: RDW — Dutch national vehicle register (retrieved August 2026) · How we check the data
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