Mercedes-Benz VLE
| Mercedes-Benz VLE | |
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| File:Mercedes-Benz Vision V concept from 2025 IMG04.jpg Mercedes-Benz Vision V concept | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz |
| Production | 2026 (to commence) |
| Assembly | Spain: Vitoria-Gasteiz |
| Designer | Gorden Wagener (head of design) |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Mid-size MPV (M) |
| Body style | 5-door minivan |
| Platform | VAN.EA |
| Related | Mercedes-Benz VLS |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Mercedes-Benz V-Class |
The Mercedes-Benz VLE is an upcoming battery electric mid-size MPV to be manufactured by Mercedes-Benz. It was previewed by the Mercedes-Benz Vision V and has been repeatedly teased afterwards. A more luxurious and longer version will be sold as the VLS.[1][2]
History
[edit | edit source]The VLE and VLS were previewed by the Vision V concept, which was revealed on April 22, 2025.[3]
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Interior
Exterior
[edit | edit source]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
[edit | edit source]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. [3][4]
Overview
[edit | edit source]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.[5] On 17 December 2025, Mercedes-Benz confirmed the production model would be unveiled on 10 March 2026.[6]
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