The Mercedes of Minivans
Gary Gastelu takes the big, strong, and surprisingly affordable Mercedes-Benz Metris for a spin.
Who needs a vacation home?
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Mercedes-Benz is introducing its first pop-up camper for sale in the U.S.
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The Metris minivan-based Weekender has a roof-mounted tent that’s accessed from inside the cabin and equipped with a two-person memory foam mattress and USB charging ports for lights and accessories. The tent is protected by a solid cover with roof racks for skis, surfboards, etc.
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The second-row seat also converts into a two-person bed, and the front captain’s chairs swivel 180-degrees to face the passenger compartment while the vehicle is parked.
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Mercedes-Benz is also offering a list of accessories that includes solar power for equipment, a pull-out awning, mosquito netting for the rear door openings, a tent that connects to the tailgate, and a pull-out kitchenette.
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Pricing for the Weekender hasn’t been announced, but the passenger version of the diesel-powered Metris starts around $35,000. The first 100 Weekenders sold will come with a one-year pass to the U.S. National Park System.
