La Mercedes-Benz plant in Vitoria It is one of the most important factories for the Mercedes-Benz brand, as it is the second largest van plant in the world of the Mercedes-Benz Group, with which it has been cooperating for no less than 68 years and of which it has been the full owner since 1981.
With more than 680.000 m² of extension, the Vitoria plant is capable of producing more than 700 vehicles daily in its three shifts of operation, also positioning itself as one of the industrial centres of the Basque Country, generating 4,6% of the region's GDP and 14% of its export volume.
This Monday, April 11, the assembly line left number 1.000.000 of the current generation of the Vito and the V-Class, the star of the show being a hyacinth red Mercedes-Benz EQV intended for the German market.
A success from the beginning
Since its launch in 1995, the Vito has been produced at the Vitoria plant, becoming in 2014 with its third generation the leader of its segment in the main world markets, becoming a perfect ally for SMEs and self-employed workers, since a total of 70% of your sales corresponds to these profiles.
In 2019, Mercedes-Benz presented the electric version evito, which allows offering an autonomy of up to 308 kilometers with zero emissions thanks to its new 60 kWh battery, making it a really interesting option for urban journeys or deliveries.
V-Class, the benchmark in its segment
In the case of V-ClassMercedes-Benz defines a new concept of minivan with this model, due to its design, its great habitability and its functionality without losing comfort, safety and efficiency, being focused on those who want a vehicle of great versatility but without losing the characteristics that define the star brand.
Like its sister, the V-Class launched its first electric version in its range called EQV extension in 2019, with more than 350 kilometers autonomy and exceptional ride comfort for up to 8 occupants.
With all this, the Vitoria factory promotes innovation and digitalization by training its staff in the latest technologies, collaborating closely with universities and technology centers through the development of projects and training at university and FP level, and all this, without forgetting its clear objective of being CO2 neutral by the end of 2022.