Responsibility first.
Our cities are growing, as too are the demands placed on mobility, logistics, the environment and quality of life. Our answer to this is a commercial vehicle which is up to the challenge. The Econic is powerful and efficient yet uncompromising on safety for all road users. It provides sustainable solutions for increasing emissions in urban areas and guarantees optimal working conditions for the driver and crew.
Vehicle concept
Looking to the future together.
The Econic: developed with responsibility always in mind.
With a cab that cab be low or high, environmentally friendly drive options, four different axle variants and wheelbases: the Econic has been developed as a low-entry truck for use in urban traffic. Able to adapt perfectly to different sectors and tasks, it is the perfect work partner for you! Whether it be for municipal operations, refuse collection, short-radius distribution or a whole host of other applications, the Econic is ahead of its time.
The Econic is safe:
- Low seat position
- Panoramic glazing
- Fully-glazed folding door
- Smart safety assistance systems
- Low entry and exit
- Easy walk-through access
The Econic is efficient:
- Low-entry concept
- Low entry and exit
- Easy walk-through access
- Agile
- Manoeuvrability
- Direct view
- Coordinated driveline
- Proven large-scale production technology
- Simple body mounting
The Econic is ergonomic:
- DirectVision cab
- Low-entry concept
- Low entry and exit
- Easy walk-through access
- Intuitive operation
- Full air suspension
The Econic is environmentally friendly:
- Levels of noise and harmful emissions are kept low
- Latest Euro VI diesel engines
- eEconic with all-electric drive available for municipal use
Safely through the city.
The Econic puts responsibility into practice. With its efficient powertrain, this bodybuilder-friendly truck has now been made even safer with its unique DirectVision cab featuring panoramic glazing and smart assistance systems. With ergonomic entry and exit, intuitively arranged instruments and with battery-electric drive – so you can drive freely in low-emission zones.
Product benefits
Direct-Vision.
With its low seat position and DirectVision cab, the Econic makes anticipatory driving possible at eye level.
The Econic is perfectly suited for use in urban traffic. You're bound to be won over by the convenience offered by its extraordinary low-entry concept. The most important feature? The cab with panoramic glazing for a clear view.
Keep an eye on everything.
The low seating position brings the driver down to eye level with all road users. Seeing more means you can react more quickly. What's more, the driver is able to make eye contact with other road users and so communicate with them directly. And in hectic traffic, that is one thing that can make all the difference.
Comfortable workplace.
The entry has been designed with safety in mind: only two steps are needed to climb into the cab. It also makes work processes much quicker, especially when lots of stops need to be made. With the walk-through cab, the driver can conveniently enter and exit the cab from the traffic-free side of the road using the inward-opening folding door: a practical way to help prevent accidents. And the comfortable standing height in the cab is definitely another plus point for the crew.
Product benefits
Safety.
The Econic offers more than just visibility: Overview. And smart systems for greater safety.
When it comes to anticipatory driving and prevention, the Econic is miles ahead of conventional trucks. It all comes down to its low seating position and the cab's panoramic glazing, not to mention the fact that the Econic has up to ten safety assists on board! Cameras, sensors and additional lighting systems free up the driver to focus on the most important tasks, including in situations which demand maximum focus: in busy city traffic, when turning, manoeuvring and reversing, or if there is a tailback just after a blind bend.
The eEconic safety assistance systems.
A comprehensive package of safety assistance systems help eEconic drivers keep a good overview of critical situations.
Standard equipment:
• Active Brake Assist 6 (4)
• Frontguard Assist (6)
• Sideguard Assist 2 (2)
• Attention Assist
• Traffic Sign Assist
• Reversing camera (3)
• Rain/light sensor
• Lane Keeping Assist
Optionally available:
• Blind spot camera system (1)
• Adaptive cruise control (5)
• Speed limitation when reversing
• Automatically activated hazard warning lights
• Work lamps
• Pre-installed vehicle surround lighting
Sideguard Assist 2.
Sideguard Assist can help drivers when changing lanes or turning and issues hazard warnings. To do this, the system uses radar sensors to monitor the entire driver and front passenger side. If danger is detected, a two-stage warning is triggered so that the driver can react quickly.
Frontguard Assist.
Frontguard Assist monitors the traffic area immediately in front of the Econic and supports the driver in the speed range up to 15 km/h. If the system registers moving objects such as people right in front of the vehicle with its camera and radar sensor, it can issue a two-stage hazard warning and prevent serious accidents.
Active Brake Assist 6.
Active Brake Assist 6 detects potential collisions and reacts to pedestrians and cyclists with automated full-stop braking in the speed range up to 60 km/h. The system is based on camera technology with additional radar sensors on the headlamps and to the side and can trigger a three-stage warning in the event of danger.
Product benefits
Ergonomics.
Designed for your everyday work, this sophisticated cab with added comfort is truly outstanding.
Each and every one of the Econic's functions have been designed with one goal in mind: to support the driver and make their workday the best it can be! These include comfortable headroom in the cab and a sprung comfort suspension seat. A powerful air-conditioning system together with high performance heat-insulating glazing and roller sunblind ensure that no matter the weather on the outside, the temperature is always just right on the inside!
Forward-looking.
With the instrument cluster and modern display, the driver has all important vehicle data available at a glance. The centrally positioned displays for the optional image-based safety assistance systems also allow the driver access to camera images of the vehicle surroundings. An electric roller sun blind, which can even be closed up to the level of the exterior mirrors when the cameras are in use, prevents sun glare.
Great at multitasking.
With the clear displays and intuitive instruments in the cockpit, the driver is sure to feel at home in no time! The powerful premium engine brake is, for example, activated with ease using the right-hand multi-function lever. The radio, telephone and instrument cluster are all easy to operate using the multi-function steering wheel. Controls for the body can also be integrated into the cockpit with ease, enabling the driver to directly control important functions from within the cab.
Space to be productive!
Whatever your plans for your Econic, its spacious cab offers great freedom of movement and its well-engineered design creates the best possible working conditions. Depending on the field of operation, there's room for up to three passengers. Ideal for frequent stops: When pulling away, the folding door on the passenger side closes automatically. Depending on the field of operation, a hinged door can also be installed.
Custom Tailored Trucks: Individualisation at manufacturer quality.
With a cab that can be either low or high, an engine that can run on either diesel or natural gas, four different axle variants and wheelbases ranging from 3,450 to 5,700 mm, the Econic is perfectly suited to a whole range of sectors and tasks. But it wouldn't be a Mercedes-Benz truck if it didn't go one step further to meet even the most specific of requirements. Besides the high-quality vehicles manufactured in volume series production, Mercedes-Benz Custom Tailored Trucks (CTT) also offers complex modifications and individual solutions tailored to your everyday needs: from the transfer of individual components to highly complex axle modifications. Order an individually tailored system built to the same standards as in series production.
Product benefits
Drive system.
Great value for money without costing the Earth: innovative diesel and electric motors for the Econic.
Not only are they extremely high performing, they are also as environmentally friendly and economical as you could wish for. The Econic combines these factors effortlessly, no matter where it is used. With electric drive, even locally emission-free.
- 6-cylinder diesel engines from 200 kW (272 hp) to 260 kW (354 hp)
- Max. torque from 1,100 to 1,400 Nm
- Large-scale series-tested engines with 7.7 l displacement
- Allison 6-speed automatic transmission or semi-automated PowerShift gearshift
- Powerful premium engine brake for higher braking effect and reduced brake wear
- Also available as eEconic with fully electric drive
Tried and tested drive technology.
The Econic is equipped with a Euro VIe diesel engine with BlueTec and innovative catalytic converter technology as standard, keeping particulate emissions and nitrous oxides to a minimum. The engines keep torque high, even at low speeds, with optimised fuel and AdBlue consumption. Full performance that pays for itself.
The right transmission for every application.
With its intuitive shift logic, the Allison 6-speed automatic transmission is not only wear-free, it also relieves strain on the driver. The practical crawler function allows drivers to manoeuvre with maximum accuracy when setting off and is the perfect fit for the waste disposal sector. And you can drive even more efficiently with the optional semi-automatic PowerShift transmission! The weight-optimised transmission with 12 forward gears and 4 reverse gears features specially adapted drive programs for use in urban traffic.
Full power for the future: the eEconic.
If you find yourself regularly facing city traffic, you'll love the eEconic. That's because it has all the advantages of the tried and tested diesel-powered Econic, with smart electric vehicle components to boot. For optimal performance in the hectic urban hustle and bustle.
- Low noise and emission-free
- Designed with municipal operations in mind
- Covers almost all typical waste collection routes in single-shift operation with just one battery charge
Product benefits
Mercedes-Benz Uptime.
Connected to the future: Mercedes-Benz Uptime increases efficiency and gives you greater scope to plan ahead.
And so, you can keep unplanned workshop visits and downtimes to a minimum: thanks to smart networking using the latest technology, all of the relevant information on your vehicle is bundled together quickly and automatically – ready to be made available when needed.
Automatic assistance.
To avoid wear and tear and vehicle breakdowns, Mercedes-Benz Uptime automatically provides information and specific recommendations. Detecting faults early and providing rapid assistance when maintenance work is required can reduce the need to take a vehicle to the workshop by around one half.
Smart planning.
Based on the vehicle data, the service partner is able to bundle maintenance and repair work together in the most convenient possible way, taking into account the route plan and maintenance requirements. This reduces the time required for fault diagnosis in the workshop by two thirds. What's more, transparency of costs and time for fleet managers is maximised.
Optimum prevention.
If Uptime detects typical signs of a potential breakdown, the system immediately informs the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Centre and assists in organising a convenient workshop appointment. Based on the vehicle information, the necessary spare parts can be ordered by the workshop beforehand, considerably reducing the vehicle's downtime.
The perfect combination: with Mercedes-Benz service contract.
Mercedes-Benz Uptime users can call up their vehicle data on the online portal at any time using their vehicle data. All Mercedes-Benz service contracts can be combined with Mercedes-Benz Uptime – the ideal combination of smart vehicle networking and Mercedes-Benz service contracts.
Applications
Waste disposal.
With town and driver in mind.
Driving through the morning rush hour, turning into tight residential streets packed full of parked cars, quickly emptying the bins and containers, and then moving on to the next location: waste disposal is an important part of the modern circular economy. It's also hard work that demands great care and focus, as well as no small amount of physical strength. Which is why the Econic has been specifically designed to make life easier. Getting in and out is gentle on the back. The modern cockpit, innovative assistance systems, electric parking brake suspension with hold function and the expanded field of vision through the panoramic glazing and folding door make for both greater driving comfort and improved safety. And the cab has enough room for up to four people. No wonder, then, that experienced professionals value their new colleague so highly.
Dispose of electrical components.
We want to achieve maximum mobility and flexibility, with clean air and a high quality of life to boot. And here, the Econic has reached the perfect balance. With battery-electric drive, it is locally emission-free, quiet and great value for money. Enjoy unrestricted access to low-emission zones. Day and night.
Applications
Fire service.
Fast on the scene. And absolutely limitless.
As soon as the fire bell rings, every second counts. That's why your crew has to know every step of the emergency procedure like the back of their hand. The Econic makes sure that no precious time is lost. Two small steps make getting in and out of the cab effortless. The Allison automatic transmission saves time shifting and provides maximum driving comfort. And when manoeuvring through hectic city traffic and streets full of parked cars, the low seating position and the all-round glazing mean that the driver always gets the best possible view of the situation at hand. And so, when the pressure's on, maximum safety and speed are still guaranteed.
Applications
Construction.
Build on safety.
All over the world, our cities are growing. The Econic is playing a key role in this transformation: every single day. And it's already meeting the safety standards of tomorrow, today. It's part and parcel of its design: the panoramic windscreen and the glazed folding door on the passenger side which reaches down to the ground give a virtually unrestricted view of the traffic and construction site. And cyclists and pedestrians are sure to benefit. After all, being seen sooner and making eye contact with the driver is one of the best ways to avoid getting into danger.
Applications
Airports.
High level of flexibility for seamless ground handling.
Lots of passengers, thousands of flights and innumerable processes, all of which must be coordinated perfectly: flight operations are a real logistic challenge. The Econic is the perfect fit for the ground support team. The low cab can fit under practically any aircraft wing, from the Boeing 737 to the Airbus A380. The positioning of the major assemblies behind the cab has created a vehicle which is extremely bodybuilder-friendly. And it's precisely this that makes the Econic such a great all-rounder. At an airport, tasks include refuelling, catering or using a scissor medical lift to provide assistance to wheelchair users and passengers who must be transported in a lying position. Or an alternative route may need to be taken, flights prioritised or parking position changed. No matter the job at hand, it is rapid solutions on the ground that help airlines become true high flyers! The standard automatic transmission enables drivers to concentrate fully on their surroundings, while the panoramic glazing helps the driver to keep everything well in sight. Aeroplanes, ground handling vehicles, employees: it's a pro among pros.
Services
Flexibility that gives plenty of elbow room.
Mercedes-Benz Bank's financial service pays for itself!
Our customised financial services make your accounting more flexible. Jointly with the Mercedes-Benz Bank and our Daimler Truck partners, we provide customised service offers including leasing, financing, guarantee extensions, mobility concepts and rental vehicles. Further information can be obtained from your authorised Daimler Truck partner.
Everything from one single source.
As well as comprehensive product packages with individually selectable modules, customers are able to obtain vehicle, financing and insurance from their Mercedes-Benz partner from one single source. The advantages: short travel distances, time saved and coordinated services. What's more, terms and conditions are convenient and customer-friendly. To keep you mobile and flexible: always.
Brand promise
Working for you.
As a global leader of medium-heavy and heavy trucks, Mercedes-Benz sets itself ambitious targets: we set the standard for quality and reliability. And our over 11,000-strong workforce at our modern and environmentally-friendly Wörth plant more than meet these expectations. Since 1963, over three million commercial vehicles have been manufactured here. Alongside the A-series (Actros, Arocs, Antos and Atego), all the Mercedes-Benz Special Trucks are designed and manufactured at the plant, using a good number of identical components. The fleet includes the Unimog implement carrier, the outstandingly agile off-road Unimog, the Econic and the Zetros. All models in the series are subject to the same stringent testing and trial cycles as vehicles from the large-scale production series. Our passion for commercial vehicles is best expressed in the Wörth plant's motto: "Our mission is to get a little better each day so we can fulfil our brand pledge to our customers: Trucks you can trust."
