Mercedes waited for this year’s Chicago
Auto Show in order to unveil its first modern pop up camper van aimed at the
U.S. market. Dubbed ‘Weekender’, this van was built by Driverge Vehicle
Innovations, a partner of Mercedes-Benz MasterSolutions. According to the
German carmaker, this is a very adaptable vehicle. You can use it not only for
extended road trips, but also quick weekend explorations or as a comfortable
place to relax after a surf or climbing session.
Standard features on the Metris Weekender
include the elevating roof which offers sleeping for two (integrated spring
system, 2-inch memory foam mattress, 3 windows, USB ports), a multipurpose rear
bench seat that opens up into a bed for two, swiveling front seats that rotate
180-degrees, plus a second battery to power your devices when you’re out
camping.
Meanwhile, optional extras include
Off-Grid Power and Integrated Solar Panels, upgraded audio and sat-nav
features, various personalization options in terms of body wrap materials
(clients can choose between 200 available colors), a pull-out rear kitchen,
roof racks and a few camping upgrades such as an awning for shade and rain
protection or mosquito screens for the rear hatch and sliding doors.
Aside from the standard camper features,
the first 100 customers will also get a free National Parks Pass.
