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Decode your Mercedes-Benz V-Class (W638) VIN number free for full specifications, engine, power, transmission and body, plus recalls and safety ratings. Covers 5 variants (1996–2003). No registration.

1996–2003 5 variants Van PetrolDiesel
Mercedes-Benz V-Class (W638)
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Mercedes-Benz V-Class (W638) specs by variant

Engine, power, transmission and emissions for each V-Class (W638) variant in our database.

VariantYearsFuelEnginePowerGearboxDriveCO₂
V-280 4AT FWD (174 HP) 1996–2003 Petrol 2.8 L 172 bhp AUTOMATIC 4sp FWD —
V-230 5MT FWD (143 HP) 1996–2003 Petrol 2.3 L 141 bhp MANUAL 5sp FWD —
V-220 CDI 5MT FWD (122 HP) 1996–2003 Diesel 2.2 L 121 bhp MANUAL 5sp FWD —
V-200 CDI 5MT FWD (102 HP) 1996–2003 Diesel 2.2 L 101 bhp MANUAL 5sp FWD —
V-230 Turbodiesel 5MT FWD (98 HP) 1996–2003 Diesel 2.3 L 97 bhp MANUAL 5sp FWD —

Specifications are indicative, from open data (cardata.wiki). Decode your VIN above to confirm the exact build.

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Mercedes-Benz V-Class (W638) VIN FAQ

What does a Mercedes-Benz V-Class (W638) VIN tell you?+
A Mercedes-Benz V-Class (W638) VIN decodes to the exact variant, engine, transmission, body type, model year and factory options. Our free decoder also checks recalls and available safety ratings.
Where is the VIN on a Mercedes-Benz V-Class (W638)?+
Look at the base of the windscreen on the driver's side, on the driver's door-jamb sticker, and on the vehicle registration document (V5C / title).
What years was the Mercedes-Benz V-Class (W638) made?+
Our database covers the Mercedes-Benz V-Class (W638) for model years 1996–2003, across 5 variants.
Is the Mercedes-Benz V-Class (W638) VIN check free?+
Yes, decoding specifications, recalls and safety ratings is completely free and needs no registration. A paid full-history report (mileage, theft, accidents) is optional.

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