"Even though it keeps the same basic shape, it is a far more sophisticated vehicle underneath, built on a new electric-first platform with the explicit goal of making this format feel less like a van and more like a proper luxury passenger car. The EQV already hinted at how much better this setup becomes when you remove diesel noise and driveline roughness, but the VLE looks set to take that idea much further."
"The VLE fixes that with a 115-kilowatt-hour battery pack, which grants it over 434 miles (700 km) of WLTP range. It also charges much quicker than the EQV thanks to its 800-volt platform, making long-distance travel far easier. But it's not just a spec upgrade that makes it better. It's also a different kind of van."
"It rides on a new electric-first platform that supports air suspension and rear-wheel steering. These are features that no self-respecting luxury vehicle would be without, yet here they are in what is ostensibly a van, fundamentally changing how the vehicle behaves on the road."
Mercedes addresses the V-Class van's inherent limitations through the VLE, a new electric vehicle built on a dedicated electric-first platform rather than a converted combustion design. The VLE features a 115-kilowatt-hour battery providing over 434 miles of range, significantly exceeding the EQV's 213-mile capability. Its 800-volt charging architecture enables faster long-distance travel. The platform supports air suspension and rear-wheel steering, features typically found in luxury vehicles. By removing diesel noise and driveline roughness while adding sophisticated suspension technology, Mercedes transforms the van format into a refined passenger experience that feels more like a luxury car than a traditional commercial vehicle.
Read at insideevs.com
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