2028 Mercedes-Benz VLE-Class First Drive: Don't Call It a Minivan
Mercedes says the Grand Limousine is aimed at VIP car-service buyers and offers up to eight seats, a 31.3-inch ceiling screen and 416 horsepower.
- Mercedes-Benz launched the VLE-class van, an electric vehicle designed specifically for the luxury VIP car-service market, aiming to redefine premium mobility for businesses and leisure customers.
- Mercedes executives distinguish the VLE from standard minivans, preferring the term "Grand Limousine" for luxury-focused versions, as staffers insist the vehicle transcends current luxury minivans.
- The VLE 400 4MATIC features dual-motor, all-wheel-drive producing 416 hp with a 115 kWh battery pack; passengers enjoy a 31.3-inch ultrawide 8K display and 22-speaker Dolby Atmos sound system.
- European sales begin soon while North American arrival targets late 2027; Andreas Zygan, Head of Development at Mercedes-Benz Vans, warned pricing "will not be a cheap one, for sure."
- Because the U.S. market responds quickly, Mercedes will "know how to proceed soon after launch, listening to customers' input to develop packages and features.
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With a proposal focused on comfort, efficiency and connectivity, the new Mercedes-Benz VLE seeks to redefine the concept of premium mobility for families, businesses and users who need space without giving up luxury.Developed on a new electrical architecture, it stands out for offering an autonomy greater than 700 kilometers under the WLTP cycle.This figure is complemented by a 115 kWh battery and 800 volt technology, capable of recovering up to…
Image ID: /clip/9a6e94e8-d7fd-4fc5-aec3-ed73e3ad8c68_media-libre-aspect-ratio_default_0.jpg Mercedes-Benz introduces the VLE as its most advanced proposal in the field of large electric monovolumes. With this launch, the German brand seeks to occupy a space that combines long-range electric mobility, interior modularity and a level of comfort typical of its high-end saloons.Keep reading....
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