If there can be such a thing as a workhorse with a pedigree, Mercedes’ revitalised mid-sized Vito van is surely it.

The revitalised Mercedes Vito offers a more efficient range of more powerful frugal diesel engines, a fresh face, a smarter cabin and extra equipment.

Buyers get a choice of 1.6 or 2.1-litre diesel power and, for the first time in this segment, there’s the option of either front or rear-wheel drive.

As a result, Stuttgart’s medium-sized panel van contender looks better equipped than ever to take the fight to an increasingly impressive array of Volkswagen Transporter and Vauxhall Vivaro-sized rivals.