Mercedes-Benz Vision V Previews 311-Mile Electric Luxury Van For 2026

- The new model will be based on the Van Electric Architecture platform.
- Production version will use an 800-volt electrical architecture.
- Flagship models are set to have over 311 miles (500 km) of range.
Mercedes-Benz has confirmed the name of the concept previewing the next-generation Vito and V-Class vans. Called the Vision V, it was first teased in December and is expected to be unveiled this year, ahead of the new range of electric vans hitting the market in 2026.
They also dropped another teaser, but unfortunately, it doesnβt reveal much. We can see a large Mercedes-Benz emblem and a Vision V badge, likely positioned on the rear of the van. At the top are red LEDs, which probably form part of the concept vehicleβs taillights.
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According to the German brand, βthe Vision V show car is Mercedes-Benz Vansβ vision of seamlessly combining generous space with maximum exclusivity.β According to the company, it will combine βtraditionally crafted materialsβ with βhyper-modern, tech-savvy design elements that are as stylish as they are unexpected.β
Underpinning the Vision V is the new scalable Van Electric Architecture (VAN.EA) thatβll give the brand the flexibility to create entry-level family-focused versions, VIP shuttles, and βspacious and luxurious limousines.β
Based on a teaser from last year that showcased the silhouette of the Vision V, we know the vehicle will have a familiar van shape. Of course, this isnβt much of a surprise, as you canβt exactly revolutionize the shape of a van without turning it into a different kind of vehicle.
All future electric vans inspired by this concept will feature an 800-volt electrical architecture and be offered in single and dual-motor configurations. Mercedes-Benz has promised flagship variants will be able to travel over 311 miles (500 km) on a single charge and initially launch with Level 2 self-driving systems. Both Level 3 and Level 4-equipped models will hit the market at a later date.