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4.3
Average score of Mercedes-Benz
75 reviews
3.9
3.9 Price
4.5
4.5 Reliability
4.2
4.2 Maintenance
4.5
4.5 Operation
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4.3 Convenience
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3.8
Dump truck Mercedes-Benz Arocs
2014 Year
3.0 Price
5.0 Reliability
3.0 Maintenance
4.0 Operation
4.0 Convenience
I’ve driven the Arocs for a little over a year now, mainly for some heavy construction hauls. Suspension is stiff, no surprise there - but it does handle bad roads better than I expected. Cab layout works out fine once you’re used to the rocker switches everywhere. The mirrors could be a bit bigger, pretty sure I’m not the only one grumbling about that. Maintenance isn’t cheap - this is Mercedes, after all. But you get less downtime, so that helps. Comfort isn’t bad, seat does its job even on longer days.
4.2
Dump truck Mercedes-Benz Arocs
2016 Year
3.0 Price
4.0 Reliability
4.0 Maintenance
5.0 Operation
5.0 Convenience
This truck's off-road capabilities are solid. The 8x8 drive setup means no terrain intimidates it. The turbo retarder clutch is pretty innovative-braking feels smoother than you'd expect. But honestly, for regular urban deliveries, I'd say it's overkill. Maintenance with all that tech might be a bit pricey too. The seats offer great comfort, though. I've had worse.
4.4
Box truck Mercedes-Benz Atego
2016 Year
4.0 Price
5.0 Reliability
4.0 Maintenance
5.0 Operation
4.0 Convenience
Used the Atego a lot on construction sites, mostly the shorter Day cab version. It handles those cramped yards well, especially with the full air brakes and hill hold, makes stop-start traffic less stressful. Not a ton of luxury, but tough - never had it let me down pushing through rough access roads or bouncing over curbs.

Power-wise, the bigger engine with the Telligent auto gearbox suits heavy loads, but I don't love the noise once it gets working hard. Usually keep windows down anyway, so what can you do. Feels sturdy, no big problems keeping it on the job, just service regularly and it holds up.
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3.8
Box truck Mercedes-Benz Atego 818
2018 Year
3.0 Price
4.0 Reliability
4.0 Maintenance
4.0 Operation
4.0 Convenience
Drove the 818 last year for a delivery gig. I got the 3-seat setup which is a plus when we had an extra person. The ABS and stuff like ASR come standard, which is good because sometimes you have to slam the brakes. Cabin build feels solid but the material isn’t fancy. It’s plain but it works. Not the quietest inside but not too loud to bother me. Radio and all that basic tech is there, nothing high-end. Price-wise, it’s a Mercedes, so not the cheapest out there for trucks. But it doesn’t eat fuel too fast, and I didn’t have any breakdowns. Transmission shifts smooth, clutch isn’t too stiff.
3.8
Box truck Mercedes-Benz Atego
2011 Year
4.0 Price
4.0 Reliability
3.0 Maintenance
4.0 Operation
4.0 Convenience
So, I drove an Atego 1523 with the manual box for a bunch of years. Manual is weirdly indestructible, but the shift linkages get sloppy as the miles go up - sometimes you’re hunting for gears, not fun when you’re tired. I had to stay on top of the wheel hub maintenance too, especially after hauling pretty hefty loads, and if you skip the oil changes or don’t spot leaks, the axle repairs get expensive fast. On the bright side, the brakes are powerful but the caliper guide pins can wear out unless you replace the seals on time, so watch for that. Inside’s roomy but basic, nothing fancy. It’s solid machinery but you’ve got to look after it, or it’ll bite back.
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4.4
Dump truck Mercedes-Benz Arocs
2016 Year
4.0 Price
5.0 Reliability
4.0 Maintenance
5.0 Operation
4.0 Convenience
Had the opportunity to operate the Arocs recently for about a week. It handles rugged terrain exceptionally well - stability is top-notch even on uneven loads. The interior ergonomics added to a comfortable shift. However, some of the controls were less intuitive and took a moment to figure out. Reliability? No downtime faced during my operation. Overall, while not perfect, it is indeed a dependable unit for demanding tasks.
4.2
Box truck Mercedes-Benz Atego 818
2018 Year
4.0 Price
4.0 Reliability
4.0 Maintenance
5.0 Operation
4.0 Convenience
Tested the Atego 818 last month on a medium route, and I gotta say, it's pretty chill in terms of driving feel. Controls are responsive, steering is tight, brakes work nice even when loaded. Cab is quiet, AC is good. I like that the dashboard isn't cluttered, but honestly the on-board computer’s a little tricky until you figure out the buttons. The extras like heated mirrors mean less fuss winter mornings. Haven’t had any big problems yet, and the comfort for crew’s not bad either, three seats fit fine though the middle seat’s a bit stiff.
4.4
Dump truck Mercedes-Benz Arocs
2018 Year
4.0 Price
4.0 Reliability
5.0 Maintenance
4.0 Operation
5.0 Convenience
Recently tested the Arocs for a series of off-road hauls, and the vehicle stood up well to the challenges. The suspension system absorbs most of the bumps effectively, and the cab offers decent comfort for extended drives. That said, the advanced safety systems, while beneficial, sometimes feel overly sensitive in certain conditions. Price-wise, while slightly higher than some competitors, the running costs and reliability seem to justify the initial investment. If off-road performance is a priority, the Arocs delivers commendably.
4.4
Box truck Mercedes-Benz Atego 818
2011 Year
4.0 Price
4.0 Reliability
4.0 Maintenance
5.0 Operation
5.0 Convenience
I’ve driven a bunch of trucks in this range, but the Atego 818 kinda stands out for cabin layout. The visibility is solid, I never really have blind spots with that huge windshield. The interior is pretty comfortable, with everything laid out simple, nothing in the way. Getting in and out is easy, seat adjustment is decent too. Only thing is, kinda wish there was more storage for small things in the cab, I got paperwork all over the place sometimes. But overall, gets the job done for those long days.
4.0
Dump truck Mercedes-Benz Arocs
2018 Year
3.0 Price
4.0 Reliability
4.0 Maintenance
5.0 Operation
4.0 Convenience
I've been running the Mercedes-Benz Arocs for a bit now, specifically the curtain side tipper. It’s honestly a solid truck for the kind of rural hauling I do. The combination of the tipping and the curtain side setup makes life way easier when I’m doing mixed loads, especially for farm deliveries. Didn’t take long to get used to the controls, everything is where you expect, though maybe too many buttons sometimes. Reliability’s been pretty good so far, nothing that’s kept me off the road. Pricing was kind of a sting, not gonna lie - it’s a lot out the gate, but you get what you pay for. As for comfort, cab’s not luxury, but the seats are good enough for those long rural runs. Service - well, it’s a Benz, so it’s not always the cheapest for parts, but I haven’t had any major repairs yet. It’s working out for me, just have to watch that budget.
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