When it comes to pickups, things don’t get much more luxurious than the Mercedes-Benz X-Class. Whilst Top Gear penned a less than glittering review, the Mercedes-Benz X-Class 2017-22 has built an enviable reputation thanks to its premium exterior, luxurious interior and strong performance.
Its load capacity is also pretty impressive for a pickup that looks this good as Honest John details:
“The X-Class can haul a payload of up to 1.1 tonnes. That is enough to transport 17 full 50-litre barrels of beer in the cargo area. Able to tow up to 3.5 tonnes, it can also pull a trailer containing three horses or an eight-metre yacht. In terms of width, the load bed is designed in such a way that a Euro-pallet can be loaded straight between the wheel arches.”
Want to take the look, performance and practicality of your Mercedes-Benz X-Class 2017-22 up a notch? Explore the following top upgrades…
1. Unleash your X-Class’ power
Tapping into the power reserves already available to you is a great move for all 4WD vehicle owners. And there’s no simpler way to do just that than with the EVC Throttle Controller Accelerator Booster.
With the EVC Throttle Controller, you can sharpen or dampen your throttle curve to your unique requirements to improve the acceleration, responsiveness and overall drivability of your vehicle. Still not convinced? Discover 4 reasons why you should make the EVC Throttle Controller your next upgrade.
2. Increase those comfort levels
When taking your Mercedes-Benz X-Class 2017-22 off the road, OE suspension components are particularly prone to failure.
With years of experience delivering heavy-duty dampers for buses, trucks, military vehicles and even railway carriages however, the suspension of your X-Class will be in the right hands with these KONI RAID Dampers Adjustable Shock Absorbers.
This durable set of front and rear shocks uses a twin-tube design – you can find out more about the difference between mono-tube and twin-tube shock absorbers here – to make light work of the toughest terrains, protect against external and internal damage, and enhance ride quality and comfort.
3. Discreetly mount your winch
The N4 Hidden Winch Mount Plate has been specifically designed and developed for the Mercedes-Benz X-Class 2017-20. For heavy-duty winch housing that’s ultra discreet and effective, this electro-galvanised steel mounting kit is your go-to. It’s also compatible with a wide range of winches, including those from Warn and Terrafirma.
4. Protect your pride and joy
Whether using your Mercedes-Benz X-Class 2017-22 as a family car or company vehicle, we wouldn’t blame you for wanting it to look the part. The X-Class is blessed with great looks, but you can enhance its aesthetic appeal even more with the addition of these Rock Flares Wide Wheel Arches.
These fender flares have been precision-engineered using high-grade, UV-stable ABS material for a stunningly smooth, matte black finish that’ll stand the test of time. They’re also super easy to install and can be securely mounted using a sturdy rubber seal for a neat, seamless look that requires minor drilling.
As well as taking the look of your X-Class to a whole other level, these wheel arches provide excellent protection for your 4WD vehicle.
5. Create a home from home
If you’re a fan of camping, transforming your Mercedes-Benz X-Class into a home-from-home is all too easy with the ARB Slide Kitchen. Giving you all you need to ‘camp complete’, this roller drawer module slides out to provide a heavy-duty, hugely versatile kitchen that’ll allow you to cook up a storm wherever you pitch up.
Shop all our Mercedes-Benz X-Class Series 1 upgrades today.
