Used Mercedes-Benz X-Class CV Joints

Yes, the X-Class (2017–2020) does have CV joints — it was available with rear-wheel drive and a 4MATIC four-wheel-drive system, and both layouts use CV joints in the driveshafts. Front CV joints are present on all variants to drive the front wheels when 4MATIC is engaged, and rear CV joints are used across the range. If you are searching for a CV joint, you will need to specify whether you need a front or rear, and nearside (NS) or offside (OS).

The X-Class ran as a single generation from 2017 to 2020 with no major facelift or structural revision, so the driveshaft and CV joint architecture remained consistent throughout production. That said, fitment can still vary between the 2WD rear-wheel-drive models and the 4MATIC all-wheel-drive variants, so confirm the drivetrain type matches. Always check the part against your specific registration with the breaker before purchasing, as subtle running-gear differences can exist within a single generation.

Engine choice can influence driveshaft specification on the X-Class, particularly because the more powerful 3.0-litre V6 diesel (250d) produces significantly more torque than the 2.3-litre four-cylinder units (220d, 230d), which can mean heavier-duty driveshaft and CV joint components. If you have the V6, make sure the breaker is supplying a part from another V6 X-Class rather than a four-cylinder car. Confirm the engine code and drivetrain layout with the breaker against your registration to be sure.

Trim level alone — whether Pure, Progressive, Power, or Pampa — does not determine which CV joint you need, as trim is primarily about interior and cosmetic features rather than drivetrain components. What actually matters is the engine size (2.3 or 3.0 litre) and whether your vehicle is the rear-wheel-drive or 4MATIC all-wheel-drive version. Focus on matching those mechanical details rather than the trim name when speaking to a breaker.

No, you should not swap CV joints between the 4MATIC all-wheel-drive and the standard rear-wheel-drive X-Class without expert confirmation, as the front driveshaft and CV joint arrangement on the 4MATIC is fundamentally different to the rear-only drive setup. On a rear-wheel-drive X-Class, there are no front driveshafts at all, so front CV joints from that variant simply do not exist. Always tell the breaker your exact drivetrain — 4MATIC or RWD — alongside your registration to ensure you receive the correct part.

The X-Class is indeed based on the Nissan Navara NP300 platform and shares significant underpinning, which means some drivetrain components may be interchangeable, but this is not guaranteed across all variants and positions. Differences in specification, torque ratings, and the way Mercedes-Benz adapted the platform mean you should not assume direct interchangeability without checking. Raise this directly with your breaker, who can cross-reference part numbers against both your X-Class registration and any Navara donor vehicle to confirm a safe match.