Mercedes-Benz VLE
Battery electric mid-size MPV
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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 in April 2025 and has been repeatedly teased afterwards. A more luxurious and longer version will be sold as the VLS.[1][2]
| Mercedes-Benz VLE | |
|---|---|
Mercedes-Benz Vision V concept | |
| 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 | Mid-size MPV (M) |
| Body style | 5-door minivan |
| 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 |
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]
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]