Engineering:Mercedes-Benz VLE
| Mercedes-Benz VLE | |
|---|---|
 Mercedes-Benz Vision V concept, which previewed the VLE | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz Group |
| Production | 2026 (to commence) |
| Model years | 2028 (planned) |
| Assembly | Spain: Vitoria-Gasteiz |
| Designer | Gorden Wagener (head of design) |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Large luxury MPV (M) |
| Body style | 5-door MPV |
| Layout |
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| Platform | VAN.EA |
| Related | Mercedes-Benz VLS |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 3,342 mm (131.6 in) (SWB) 3,517 mm (138.5 in) (LWB) |
| Length | 5,309 mm (209.0 in)(SWB) 5,484 mm (215.9 in) (LWB) |
| Width | 1,999 mm (78.7 in) |
| Height | 1,943 mm (76.5 in) |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Mercedes-Benz EQV Mercedes-Benz R-Class |
The Mercedes-Benz VLE is an upcoming battery electric large luxury MPV (M) to be manufactured by Mercedes-Benz. It was previewed by the Mercedes-Benz Vision V in April 2025 and has been repeatedly teased afterwards. A more luxurious and longer version will be sold as the VLS.[1][2]
Overview
The VLE is the first product of a new generation of Mercedes-Benz passenger vans, based on the scalable VAN.EA platform. According to Mercedes-Benz, it will offer up to 8 seats.[3] On 17 December 2025, Mercedes-Benz confirmed the production model would be unveiled on 10 March 2026.[4]
The VLE was previewed by the Vision V concept, which was revealed on 22 April 2025.[5]
The VLE was revealed on 10 March 2026.[6]
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Rear view (Vision V) -
Interior (Vision V)
Exterior
In front, the Vision V features a light bar, a new illuminated three-pointed-star hood ornament and an illuminated chrome grille. Notably, it only features one rear (sliding) door on the passenger slide. It also features 24-inch chrome wheels, and a single wraparound taillight unit.
Interior & Features
The interior features white nappa leather and silk, wood trim with glass cabinets and trim pieces, polished aluminum accents and a 42-speaker Dolby Atmos surround sound system. Ambient lighting and a ceiling lamp are paired with a fragrance diffuser. Other features include adaptive seats that can form beds, a glass chess set within the center console, a flexible roll-up 65-inch 4K display, an electrochromic glass partition separating the front and rear cabin, electrochromic windows and glass floor elements which can combine with the 65-inch display to form a 360-degree viewing experience. In terms of software, new "Digital Experiences" can let passengers select a mood such as "gaming" or "relax", adjusting vehicle settings within the rear displays and the front Superscreen accordingly. [5][7]
References
- ↑ Golson, Daniel (2025-09-26). "The Mercedes-Benz VLE Is Almost Ready For Production And I'm Vibrating With Excitement" (in en-US). https://www.jalopnik.com/1979267/mercedes-benz-vle-almost-production-ready/.
- ↑ "Mercedes has started pre-series production of the VLE electric van - electrive.com" (in en-US). 2025-09-25. https://www.electrive.com/2025/09/25/mercedes-has-started-pre-series-production-of-the-vle-electric-van/.
- ↑ "Mercedes‑Benz Vans: All-electric VLE marks the beginning of a new era | Mercedes-Benz Group" (in en). Mercedes-Benz Group. 2025-07-24. https://group.mercedes-benz.com/innovations/product-innovation/technology/vle-test-drives.html.
- ↑ Chilton, Chris (2025-12-17). "Mercedes’ New VLE Is A Starry-Eyed Grille Seeker". Carscoops. https://www.carscoops.com/2025/12/mercedes-vle-teased-with-starry-drls-and-a-grille-like-a-hockey-goalies-armor/.
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 "Mercedes-Benz Vision V Concept Previews the Future of Luxury Travel" (in en-US). Car and Driver. 2025-04-22. https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a64543202/mercedes-benz-vision-v-concept-revealed/.
- ↑ Gauthier, Michael (2026-03-10). "Mercedes VLE Might Be The Most Luxurious Minivan America Has Ever Seen". Carscoops. https://www.carscoops.com/2026/03/mercedes-rethinks-the-minivan-with-luxurious-and-electric-vle/.
- ↑ Krivevski, Blagojce (2025-09-26). "Mercedes-Benz starts pre-series production of the new VLE electric van" (in en-US). https://electriccarsreport.com/2025/09/mercedes-benz-starts-pre-series-production-of-the-new-vle-electric-van/.
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