Modern Mercedes-Benz Conecto city bus drives through a green city centre with modern office buildings and urban infrastructure.

Conecto

The economic basis.

There are buses. And then there are Mercedes-Benz buses. With a modern drive system concept, high safety standards and top-level quality they hold their own and have held it for over 120 years in a highly dynamic day-to-day struggle. Within the space of just 10 years the Conecto city bus has established itself as an assured player in Eastern Europe, in Turkey and Central Asia. The new generation impresses with its exceptional economy, combined with quality and comfort. Functionality, reliability and safety enable you to come to the fore and assure you the good feeling that you are doing the best for the future of your company.

Highlights

High standards, low costs.

Your advantages at a glance:

Innovative safety

Modern safety and assistance systems as standard, such as Preventive Brake Assist 2 and Sideguard Assist 2 on both sides.

Modular system based on the proven Citaro

The Conecto relied on proven components from the popular Mercedes-Benz Citaro city bus family

Economic efficiency in series production

High overall economy thanks to optimised fuel consumption, long maintenance intervals, market-oriented replacement part prices and optional recuperation module for fuel savings.

Hybrid technology for higher efficiency

With the hybrid module, the Conecto saves up to 6.5% more fuel.

Mercedes-Benz Conecto hybrid city bus on a paved road in a green, rural environment.

Economy

Work efficiently. Drives effortlessly.

The diesel Conecto pays off. Its reasonable acquisition costs, the economical Euro VI engines and the long maintenance intervals contribute to its outstanding overall economy. Its capacity of 101 passengers not only relieves the strain on your entire fleet, but also has a positive effect on your bottom line.

As an independently developed vehicle, the 12.13-metre long and 2.55-metre wide Conecto is based on vehicle components that have proven themselves in large-scale production. Many assemblies come from the successful Mercedes-Benz Citaro city bus family, including the robust low-floor portal axle of the drive system, the front axle with independent wheel suspension and the efficient diesel engines.

Cost-savings at every stop!

The new Conecto hybrid impressively demonstrates how you can get ahead more efficiently, even in heavy traffic. An additional electric motor works as a generator when the bus is braking and coasting, and converts the braking energy into valuable electrical energy. The electricity generated by recuperation is then supplied to the combustion engine again when the bus is moving off, accelerating and idling. This can result in up to 6.5 percent fuel savings in urban traffic. In this way, bit by bit, the Conecto hybrid pays for itself with every stop-start.

The Mercedes-Benz Conecto city bus travels in urban traffic along modern residential and office buildings.

The intelligent use of kinetic energy.

The vehicle with 48 V hybrid system impresses with greater profitability and sustainability through lower fuel consumption and reduction of exhaust gas emissions. The diesel engine is supported by the driving force of a highly efficient hybrid module. The module’s 14 kW electric motor generates energy when coasting and braking, thus supporting the diesel engine when moving off and idling. The system has autonomous energy management and thus unchanged driving characteristics and familiar operation for the driver.

The Mercedes-Benz Conecto city bus drives through a modern, green city centre with tall office buildings in the background.

Technology

Strong performance.

The Conecto city buses have many qualities. Particularly impressive are their economic effectiveness and their Powerful drive system: the engine flap covers reliable, economical diesel engines.

Mercedes-Benz bus combustion engine as a separate technical representation
High-performance Mercedes-Benz bus engine with turbocharger in detailed technical view
Mercedes-Benz bus combustion engine as a separate technical representation

The new BlueEFFICIENCY engines transfer their power particularly efficiently to the road. They deliver impressive torque values from low engine speeds and offer powerful acceleration capacity. The Mercedes-Benz OM 936 six cylinder in-line engine in the Conecto delivers 220 kW (299 hp) from its displacement of 7.7 litres and develops a torque of 1200 Newton-metres.

High-performance Mercedes-Benz bus engine with turbocharger in detailed technical view

The standout feature of the new vertically installed OM 470 engine is the flexible X-PULSE common-rail system from Mercedes-Benz with fully electronic control and hydraulic pressure booster. Whereas in the common injection line the pressure is built up to a maximum of 1160 bar, in the individual injectors it is boosted to an injection pressure as high as 2700 bar. The rate of injection can be freely modelled according to operating conditions. Turbocharging is via an fixed-geometry exhaust-gas turbocharger with asymmetrical turbine housing.

Mercedes-Benz Conecto city bus driving on a road along an urban coastal landscape

Safety

One thing is a safe bet: everything.

Buses are among the safest means of transportation in the world. Innovations from Mercedes-Benz have a played decisive role in ensuring this. We take responsibility for the safety of our buses like almost no other manufacturer. Many innovations now included as standard celebrated their debut in a vehicle bearing the three-pointed star. With Sideguard Assist 2, Frontguard Assist and Traffic Sign Assist as standard, and the optional Preventive Brake Assist 2 in the Conecto, Mercedes-Benz is once again setting standards.

The modern MirrorCam system enables a clear and comprehensive view of the road traffic. Equipped with high-resolution cameras, driving safety and the risk of accidents are minimised. The extended field of vision enables the driver to detect pedestrians, cyclists and other road users in the vicinity. This eliminates the blind spot when turning right.

Depending on the vehicle, the images are displayed on 7" and 15" monitors. The two high-resolution displays show the different fields of vision. The photodiodes integrated in the monitors detect the incoming light and adjust the brightness of the respective monitor individually. To make it easier for the driver to assess the images, the 15" variants have three different guide lines. Together with the permanently calibrated vehicle end line, the distance line helps the driver to assess approaching objects. The overtaking assistant overlay is activated when the indicator is activated from a speed of 10 km/h in order to support safe overtaking or turning. In addition, the display for Blind Spot Assist is installed in the monitor.

With Preventive Brake Assist 2, Daimler Buses offers the second generation of Active Brake Assist. The system warns of collisions with moving pedestrians and cyclists as well as stationary and moving objects. In the event of an acute risk of collision, the driver is alerted by a visual and audible warning and partial braking is automatically initiated.

Warning cascade and braking intervention are specifically designed for use in urban traffic. In the event of an impending collision with pedestrians or cyclists as well as with moving or stationary objects, Preventive Brake Assist 2 issues a warning. The driver is warned both visually by a flashing red triangle in the central display and acoustically, and simultaneously initiates partial braking. This braking intervention is maintained either until the driver intervenes, the situation is no longer critical, or the bus comes to a stop.

Graphic representation of a bus assistance system for detecting vehicles and cyclists at an intersection.

Sideguard Assist 2 is a safety assistance system that supports the driver on both sides in critical turning situations with possibly restricted visibility. The system is intended to help the driver to detect moving obstacles within the system limits and warn the driver in order to avoid critical situations or reduce the consequences of accidents when turning off or when changing lanes.

The side areas of the vehicle are monitored. This means that vehicles, pedestrians or cyclists that could be in the blind spot are detected on both the front passenger side and the driver’s side. The radar system precisely detects the movements and warns the driver of possible collisions. The intuitive user interface and clear warnings allow the driver to drive safely and relaxed.

Mercedes-Benz Conecto hybrid city bus in urban road traffic in daylight

Design & Comfort

Real capacity when it comes to passenger comfort.

Whether as a 12-metre solo bus or an 18-metre-long articulated bus – the Conecto offers comfortable and flexible equipment as well as a light and spacious interior. The 12-metre version offers a total capacity for up to 101 persons, while the diesel-powered articulated bus has room for up to 150 passengers.

design

A friendly face in local public transport.

With its modern and distinctive design, the Conecto sets positive accents and is already recognisable from a distance as a genuine Mercedes-Benz. It is a flagship and image carrier as well as a reliable fleet member in your transport company.

Mercedes-Benz Conecto city bus as a free-standing vehicle in three-quarter front view
Driver cockpit in the Mercedes-Benz Conecto city bus with ergonomic seat, steering wheel and control panel

Driver comfort

Ergonomic workplace for drivers.

There is hardly any more important protection for passengers than a well-focused driver. An ergonomic and well-ordered workplace reduces the burden on the driver and prevents weariness: all controls and instruments are clearly arranged and within easy reach. Plenty of stowage spaces as well as separate ventilation system and a pleasant optional air conditioning system also help create a driver's workstation with all-round feel-good factor. Apart from this, a generously-dimensioned footwell provides greater legroom and a seating position raised by 60 millimetres greater relaxation.

Passenger comfort

So much expressiveness makes an impression.

With the Conecto and Conecto articulated buses, you offer your passengers stepless entrance and a continuous low-floor from front to rear - modern city bus comfort at European level that ensures a consistently fast passenger flow.

Passenger compartment of a Mercedes-Benz Conecto city bus with multi-purpose area for wheelchair users and prams.
Upholstered passenger seats of the Mercedes-Benz Conecto with modern fabric design
Upholstered passenger seats of the Mercedes-Benz Conecto with an alternative variant of the fabric design.
Upholstered passenger seats of the Mercedes-Benz Conecto with modern fabric design

The City Star Eco (CSE) seating sets benchmarks in terms of design, function and weight. Based on the Inter Star Eco (ISE) intercity seating, it impresses above all with its dynamic Mercedes-Benz design.

Upholstered passenger seats of the Mercedes-Benz Conecto with an alternative variant of the fabric design.

The City Star Basic (CSB) seating is a standard suspended seating system with cantilever attachment and a continuous rail in the vehicle. This design gives us more legroom in the vehicles equipped with it.

Mercedes-Benz Conecto city bus in two different model versions from different perspectives as separate vehicle depictions

Variants

As versatile as your requirements.

The Conecto offers you the choice between two models and two engine variants, depending on your individual requirements. The Conecto low-floor bus with its three double doors is powered by an economical, efficient diesel engine. The 18-metre-long Conecto G articulated bus has four double doors for quick entry and exit.

Side view of the Mercedes-Benz Conecto city bus with large windows, several doors and barrier-free passenger compartment.

Conecto

Side view of the Mercedes-Benz Conecto articulated city bus with centre joint, large windows and barrier-free passenger compartment.

Conecto G

Conecto

Work efficiently. Drives effortlessly.

The 12.13-metre-long, 2.55-metre wide Conecto is based on the tried and trusted components of the popular Mercedes-Benz Citaro urban bus family – for instance, the robust low-floor portal driven axle, the front axle with individual suspension and the efficient OM 936 diesel engine.

Mercedes-Benz Conecto city bus at a stop in an urban environment
Mercedes-Benz Conecto city bus driving on a road along an urban shoreline.

Conecto G

An expert for heavily-frequented routes.

Coping with a large passenger volume is the strong point of the 18.12-metre long, 2.55-metre wide Conecto articulated bus. It can accommodate up to 150 passengers, with 40 of those seated on a comfortable seat. Four wide double doors, stepless entrances and full-length continuous low floor from front to rear make it possible for passengers to board and disembark easily and ensure a rapid passenger flow.

Front view of a Mercedes-Benz eCitaro city bus on a country road, supplemented by graphic icons for digitisation services.

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With bus-specific provision, individual solutions and an extensive range, OMNIplus ensures your vehicles are always ready for deployment and your company remains operational.

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Mercedes-Benz Conecto articulated city bus at an angle from the front, 'Conecto' digital destination display, large glazing and barrier-free low-floor entrance.

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FAQs

The Mercedes-Benz Conecto combines profitability, safety, quality and comfort. It is based on proven components from the Mercedes-Benz Citaro city bus family and offers modern safety and assistance systems as well as efficient Euro VI diesel engines.

The Mercedes-Benz Conecto was developed for local public transport and is available as a solo bus or articulated bus. Depending on the vehicle variant, it is suitable for lines with medium to high passenger volumes.

The Mercedes-Benz Conecto is available with efficient Euro VI diesel engines, the Mercedes-Benz OM 936 six-cylinder in-line engine and the Mercedes-Benz OM 470. The Conecto hybrid is also available, with a 48-volt hybrid module supporting the diesel engine.

The Mercedes-Benz Conecto hybrid uses recuperation to recuperate braking energy and support the diesel engine when moving off, accelerating and idling. As a result, fuel consumption in urban traffic can be reduced by up to 6.5%.

The Mercedes-Benz Conecto is available as a 12.13-metre long solo bus with three double doors and as an 18.12-metre long Conecto G articulated bus with four double doors. Both models are designed for efficient passenger transfers and use in urban scheduled services.

The Mercedes-Benz Conecto 12-metre solo bus offers space for up to 101 people. The Conecto G articulated bus can take up to 150 passengers. 

Legal note on active safety assistance systems: Emergency braking systems and other safety assistance systems can support the driver and, under optimal conditions and within the system limits, mitigate the severity of accidents or prevent accidents in critical driving situations. Irrespective of this, however, the driver is obliged to adapt his driving style and, in particular, his speed to the traffic and weather conditions and to remain attentive at all times. This applies in particular to special situations such as icing-up or wet roadways, rain, crosswinds, poor visibility, snowfall, fog, etc. Consequently, as the driver of the vehicle, the driver is responsible for the entire driving process at all times and must not rely solely on the safety assistance systems.

Assistance systems can only support drivers. Drivers are always fully responsible for the safe operation of the vehicle.

Safety

Attention Assist 2.

Attention Assist uses a discreetly installed driver camera to detect signs of fatigue or distraction. If the system detects any irregularities in eye or lid closing behaviour, it includes you via a warning tone and display - for maximum safety on long journeys.

Automatic activation and clear instructions

Attention Assist is automatically active after the vehicle is started. Fatigue is detected from approx. 30 km/h, distraction is already detected from approx. 20 km/h. Restrictions in the function can occur due to short driving times, unfavourable lighting conditions, a covered camera or areas of the face - for example in strong sunlight, glasses, headgear or dirty lenses. In such cases, an automated message appears on the display with a cleaning instruction.

Frontguard Assist

Frontguard Assist is an advanced system that has been specially developed to inform the driver about people in the immediate vicinity of the front of the vehicle and to warn of an imminent accident. Whether moving off or driving slowly (up to 15 km/h), the intelligent assistant can detect potential collisions with unprotected road users.

Visualisation of a bus assistance system for detecting pedestrians and cyclists when turning.

Sideguard Assist 2 & Frontguard Assist

Traffic Sign Assist.

The innovative Traffic Sign Assist offers maximum safety and comfort on the road. Thanks to GPS and camera support, the vehicle speed is continuously compared with the valid traffic rules.

The system is designed to provide dedicated and appropriate feedback if the permitted speed is exceeded. Thanks to the state-of-the-art instrument cluster, the driver receives both visual and acoustic signals that immediately draw attention to the speed.

Graphic representation of a bus assistance system for speed detection and control.

Tire pressure monitoring system (TPM).

The wireless tire pressure monitoring system with display in the multifunction display is an electronic safety system that permanently monitors the inflation pressure of all tires. Tire pressure losses are displayed within the frame of the system limits.

The correct tyre pressure contributes to driving safety and significantly reduced fuel consumption. Even a tyre inflation pressure set too low by 0.5 bar can increase fuel consumption by up to 5%. The wheel electronics are positioned on the inside of the rim on the valve. The sensors record the data relevant to the tire pressure and forward it to the display instrument.

Legal note on active safety assistance systems: Emergency braking systems and other safety assistance systems can support the driver and, under optimal conditions and within the system limits, mitigate the severity of accidents or prevent accidents in critical driving situations. Irrespective of this, however, the driver is obliged to adapt his driving style and, in particular, his speed to the traffic and weather conditions and to remain attentive at all times. This applies in particular to special situations such as icing-up or wet roadways, rain, crosswinds, poor visibility, snowfall, fog, etc. Consequently, as the driver of the vehicle, the driver is responsible for the entire driving process at all times and must not rely solely on the safety assistance systems.

Assistance systems can only support drivers. Drivers are always fully responsible for the safe operation of the vehicle.