Mercedes eVito Headlights Test
Why It Matters
Effective headlights are critical for nighttime safety; the eVito’s competent yet limited matrix system positions it as a budget-friendly EV van, but may deter buyers needing advanced adaptive lighting.
Key Takeaways
- •eVito uses matrix‑like headlights, not full digital EQS system.
- •Auto mode activates high beams above ~40‑50 km/h driving.
- •Light beam refocuses toward road curvature, improving visibility.
- •Low‑resolution matrix struggles with oncoming traffic detection reliably.
- •Compared to ID 7 and Q6, eVito’s spread is slightly weaker.
Summary
The video reviews Mercedes eVito’s headlight system, a cost‑effective alternative to the premium EQS digital lights, focusing on its matrix‑like functionality during a night‑time drive in Sweden.
The tester demonstrates auto vs manual modes, noting that high beams only engage above roughly 40‑50 km/h and that the beam narrows at higher speeds while widening on slower, curvy sections. He observes the system’s ability to track wildlife and oncoming vehicles, though the matrix resolution appears low, leading to occasional delayed dimming.
Specific examples include clear illumination of deer and a badger, a delayed high‑beam cutoff when approaching oncoming traffic, and a “square” detection zone around a Tesla Model Y that seemed coarse. Compared to newer German models like the ID 7 and Q6, the eVito’s spread and intensity fall short.
Overall, the eVito delivers competent German‑engineered lighting but lacks the sophisticated AI‑driven adaptive logic of higher‑end models, which may affect safety on dark rural roads and influence buyer decisions for fleet operators seeking cost‑effective electric vans.
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