Mercedes-Benz VLE Lands in the U.S. as a Luxury Electric Van with a 31-Inch Rear Screen

Mercedes-Benz is bringing its all-electric VLE luxury van to the U.S., offering modular eight-seat configurations, a 31.3-inch 8K rear screen with cinema-like features, and remote-controlled massaging Grand Comfort seats. Built on an 800-volt architecture with up to ~435 miles WLTP range (roughly 380 miles EPA) from a 115 kWh pack, it supports 400 kW fast charging and optional rear-axle steering for a tight turning radius. The VLE also includes MB.OS-based infotainment, multiple screens, and a high-end interior, with launch in the latter half of 2026 in short- and long-wheelbase forms; pricing has not yet been disclosed.