Mercedes-Benz VLE Specs, Range, Battery, Dimensions & Features
Eletric Car Mercedes-Benz VLE Specs, Performance, Range, Dimensions & Features
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The Mercedes-Benz Vision V concept, which previewed the VLE.
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz Group |
| Also called | Mercedes-Benz VLS |
| Production | June 2026 – present |
| Model years | 2027 |
| Assembly | Spain: Vitoria-Gasteiz |
| Designer | Gorden Wagener (head of design) |
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| Class | Large luxury MPV (M) |
| Body style | 5-door MPV |
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| Platform | VAN.EA |
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| Width | 1,999 mm (78.7 in) |
| Height | 1,943 mm (76.5 in) |
| Kerb weight | 3,500–3,700 kg (7,716–8,157 lb) |
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The Mercedes-Benz VLE is a battery electric large luxury MPV (M) 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.
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. On 17 December 2025, Mercedes-Benz confirmed the production model would be unveiled on 10 March 2026.
The VLE was previewed by the Vision V concept, which was revealed on 22 April 2025.
The VLE was revealed on 10 March 2026.
Mercedes-Benz plans to introduce petrol and diesel engines for the VLE later on in its life cycle.
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Rear view (test mule)
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.
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Interior
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.
