The VLE is the first product of the new modular Mercedes-Benz Van Architecture. The silhouette is uncharacteristically low and streamlined for this class: the drag coefficient is only 0.25 Cd.
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The front end design varies depending on the version: there can be either an illuminated radiator grille frame or a chrome “star” on the hood, referencing classic limousines.
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Signature light signature: The daytime running lights have a star-shaped design, while the rear lights have an arched design and are integrated into the roof spoiler.
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The main detail of the exterior in terms of functionality is the electric sliding doors and fully rollable windows. The Hands-Free Access option allows you to open them with your foot.
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The Panoramic Sky View Roof is a monolithic section of glass from the B-pillar to the rear, creating a spacious and airy feeling in the second and third rows.
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The interior greets the driver with an optional combination of three displays under a common glass: a 10.25-inch instrument panel, a central touchscreen and a screen for the front passenger (both 14 inches).
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The center of attraction for rear passengers is the 79-centimeter (31.3-inch) retractable plasma with 8K resolution. It hides in the ceiling and can work in split-screen mode.
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The VLE cabin can have five, six, seven or eight seats. The second and third row seats are completely removable. Mechanics (Roll & Go) allow you to simply roll them out on built-in wheels into the garage.
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For the lower rows, three types of seats are available: Comfort Seat (mechanical), Premium Comfort Seat (electrical) and the top version of Grand Comfort with a folding footrest, massage and heating.
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In the electric version, the seats can be moved remotely through the application – the function is called Remote Variable Rear Space. It’s like a ballet: the seats automatically move together to load luggage or move apart to give maximum legroom.
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Four preset transformation scenarios: “Luggage” (all seats forward), “Business” (maximum space in the second row), “Family” (compromise) and “Standard”.
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The cargo area also has a trick: the rear window opens separately, allowing you to load small items into the trunk without lifting the massive door when parking.
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Powerplant: the starting version of the VLE 300 with rear-wheel drive (203 kW) and the version of the VLE 400 4MATIC with two motors (more than 300 kW), accelerating the heavy minivan to hundreds in just 6.5 seconds.
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Two types of traction batteries are available: NMC with a capacity of 115 kWh (claimed range of more than 700 km on the WLTP cycle) and a more affordable LFP version with 80 kWh. The 800-volt architecture allows charging for 355 km of range in just 15 minutes (at a power of 300 kW).
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The chassis is Airmatic pneuma with a ground clearance change of 40 mm. This is necessary both for light off-road use and for convenient boarding and disembarking.
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The rear wheels turn up to seven degrees, reducing the turning circle to 10.9 meters. This makes the VLE as agile as the compact CLA.
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The driver assistance system is capable of taking over steering on the highway, and changing lanes occurs after a light touch of the turn signal – the electronics will turn the steering wheel.
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Ecosystem for business: The Exclusive Shuttle configuration features facing seats and a retractable screen for video conferencing with a built-in 8-megapixel camera.
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The electric car can pull a trailer weighing up to 2.5 tons, which opens the way to caravanning and transporting boats.
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Mercedes-Benz has officially unveiled the VLE, the first model built on the new modular platform. The company calls it nothing more than an electric “grand limousine.” The VLE minivan offers seating for eight people, a range of over 700 km and MB technology. OS, which turns the salon into a cinema hall, office or lounge area. Details are in the photo report of Motor magazine.
