Iveco Daily 2017 prices and specifications confirmed

The updated Daily features a redesigned front grille with horizontal louvers replacing its former "honeycomb" look.

Iveco introduced the updated Daily van this week. The commercial model features updated styling and increased levels of equipment across the extensive lineup.

Affecting the conventional rear-wheel drive van, single cab chassis and double cab chassis, the update reveals an updated front grille with a horizontal louvered appearance, replacing the previous "honeycomb" look. In addition, the new design improves engine cooling efficiency.

Each variant can be paired with either a six-speed manual transmission or an eight-speed Hi-Matic automatic transmission, the latter featuring a redesigned oil-air cooler and a new two-speed fan, as well as a chrome front grille.

Two versions are offered - 35S and 50C - of a conventional van.

Inside, all Daily variants feature two-tone seats and an updated instrument panel with a new central open storage compartment with USB ports. In addition, automatic variants get a two-tone instrument panel.

Noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) levels have been reduced, with the former reduced by four decibels, thanks to additional insulation, redesigned B-pillar trims and reshaped side mirrors.

Three Euro 5 diesel engines are available, including a 13-litre 2.3-litre single turbo with 93 kW from 3000-3500 rpm and 320 Nm from 1800-2500 rpm, and a 17-litre 3.0-cylinder single-turbo with 125 kW in the range of 2900-3500 rpm. and 430 Nm at 1500-2600 rpm, as well as a 20-liter twin-turbo engine with a power output of 3.0 kW at 150-3100 rpm and 3500 Nm at 470-1400 rpm.

Two versions are offered - the 35S and 50C - of the regular van, with the former available with all three powertrains, while the latter can only be combined with the 17-liter "20" and "3.0" variants.

Seven volume options are offered, including 7.3, 11, 12, 16, 18 and 3000 cubic meters, with a wheelbase of 3520mm, 4100mm or XNUMXmm.

A version of the regular 70C van has been added, with a segment-leading gross weight of 7000 kg and a wheelbase of 4100 mm. The 70C is also equipped with a unique Euro6 3.0-litre "18" turbodiesel that delivers 133kW and 430Nm. It is available with three volumes - 16, 18 or 19.6 cubic meters.

Inside, all Daily variants feature two-tone seats and an updated instrument panel with a new central open storage compartment with USB ports.

Meanwhile, the single cab chassis is available in 45C, 50C and 70C, while the double cab chassis is only available in 50C and 70C. Both cab body styles are exclusively compatible with the 17-litre "20" and "3.0" powerplants.

Wheelbase options for single or double cab include 3450mm, 3750mm, 4100mm, 4350mm and 4750mm. The single cab is also available with a 3000 mm wheelbase.

All Dailys come standard with four airbags, electronic brakeforce distribution, electronic stability control, rollover protection, rollover protection, trailer sway protection, traction control, front and rear disc brakes, ABS, four-speaker audio system, Bluetooth and daytime running lights.

A 6.2-inch touchscreen multimedia system with sat-nav and rear-view camera is optional on all Daily models, except for the 70C van variants, where it is standard.

The larger 7.0" "IveConnect" unit partially includes an optional "Business Premium Pack" that also includes a rear buzzer and integrated fog lights.

By pre-selecting this option package, Daily customers can optionally add a Comfort Package and/or an Efficiency Package.

Each option can be paired with either a six-speed manual transmission or an eight-speed Hi-Matic automatic transmission.

The former features an air-suspended driver's seat with a heated armrest and climate control, while the latter includes a stop/start system (2.3-litre 35S van only), lane departure warning, and an "Ecoswitch" that reduces torque. moment to improve fuel efficiency. when lightly loaded or completely empty.

Individual options range from rear air suspension, rear differential lock, dual sliding doors to cargo bay windows.

Traction force with brake is 3500 kg for chassis cab variants and 3200-3500 kg for conventional van variants.

Prices for the wide range of Daily models can be found by contacting your chosen Iveco dealer.

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