Setra MultiClass LE: The benchmark for inter-city buses

• Versatile: Passenger compartment and cockpit
• Assistance systems: Predictive Powertrain Control also in inter-city operation
• Optional: MirrorCam instead of outside mirrors
• Strong profitability: From drive to digitalization

Unique design, exceptional variance and flexibility, maximum profitability, maximum safety and practical solutions down to the smallest detail – the Setra MultiClass LE sets new standards among low entry inter‑city buses.

With Low Entry (LE), the four Setra MultiClass LE models combine two worlds: Low‑floor convenience and travel comfort. Up to just in front of the rear axle, it has a consistently low‑floor design and impresses with fast and convenient entry and exit in the front section. Three low-rise steps lead into the rear section in front of the rear axle. With touring coach technology for the drive and chassis, it also sets standards in comfort for long journeys. The Setra MultiClass LE range includes inter-city buses in lengths from 10.51 to 14.52 meters with two and three axles. This means that the Setra MultiClass LE covers classic regular‑service and school transport as well as shuttle, commuter, and works transport.

Versatile: Passenger compartment, cockpit, assistance systems

The extraordinary variability of the Setra MultiClass LE begins with the door selection. For entrance one, a single‑leaf door in two widths and a wide double door are available. Entrance two can be customized as a single-leaf or double door. All models can be supplied with a third door behind the rear axle on request. Front section without platforms, with platforms on the left, right or both sides in the direction of travel – the Setra MultiClass LE has almost no limits when it comes to passenger compartment designs. The interior is practical yet welcoming, including the full and half-height glass partitions, the floor in different decor finishes, and the wall coverings with smooth decorative foils and cozy needle-fleece surfaces. The seating comprises numerous versions, from city buses to excursions.

The driver cockpit is just as diverse as the passenger compartment. There are three variants to choose from: Cockpit City (city) in accordance with the specifications of the VDV (Verband Deutscher Verkehrsunternehmen, Association of German Transport Companies) and Cockpit Basic City (city/inter-city) or Cockpit Basic (inter-city) at touring coach level.

Assistance systems: Predictive Powertrain Control also in inter-city operation

The Setra MultiClass LE is equipped with the latest safety and assistance systems as standard. These include, for example, Active Brake Assist 6 (ABA 6), Sideguard Assist 2 with integrated Lane Change Assist, Frontguard Assist and many more. In conjunction with the fully automated GO 250-8 PowerShift manual transmission, the driver is supported by the latest version of the smart Predictive Powertrain Control (PPC) cruise control. PPC takes into consideration intersections and traffic circles, and is linked to adaptive cruise control. Based on the stored maps, PPC automatically reduces the speed when entering towns, before country road bends with a tight radius or obstacles such as traffic circles and stop or right‑of‑way points.

Optional: MirrorCam instead of outside mirrors

All Setra MultiClass LE models are optionally available with MirrorCam instead of the conventional outside mirrors. The images from the cameras are transmitted to monitors in 15‑inch format. They are mounted on the inside left of the A‑pillar and on the right in the middle under the front dome. An additional camera and a second compact monitor ensure a view of the front right corner of the vehicle. The advantages of the MirrorCam include the extended field of vision for the driver, significantly better visibility in the dark, reduced soiling, less maneuvering damage and a further reduction in fuel consumption thanks to a smaller frontal area.

Strong profitability: From drive to digitalization

The drive of the Setra MultiClass LE is based on economical components which have been proven and tested. At the rear of the two-axle vehicle, the OM 936 six‑cylinder in‑line engine operates with a displacement of 7.7 liters. It is available with an output of either 220 kW (299 hp) or 260 kW (354 hp). The three-axle MultiClass S 518 LE is fitted with the OM 470 six‑cylinder in-line engine with a displacement of 10.7 liters. It has an output of 290 kW (394 hp). Depending on the model, the wide selection of transmissions includes a manual transmission, a fully automated manual transmission and converter automatic transmissions made by Voith and ZF. The MultiClass LE with the OM 936 in combination with the optional drive unit is even more economical. In overrun mode or when braking, this generates power without fuel consumption, which is stored in two storage modules on the roof. In load situations, such as when moving off, the 14 kW electric motor supports the combustion engine with this energy, thus reducing fuel consumption.

Profitability also includes digitalization in the Setra MultiClass LE. The Bus Data Center as an Omniplus On interface for data transmission and a key to Omniplus On, the digital services of Omniplus, is on board as standard. The Omniplus On Uptime pro service ensures complete transparency thanks to messages from the driver’s display and provides a complete remote diagnosis. In the Omniplus On portal, fleets have real-time access to all relevant diagnostic information at any time. With Omniplus On monitor, fleet managers can keep an eye on their vehicle fleet.

With the new Omniplus On monitor location services plus, zone-controlled speed control can also be used for the Setra MultiClass LE. Companies with their own fleet management system can integrate the data of their Setra buses into their system via Omniplus On data packages.