Mercedes-Benz does not want the VLE to be seen as a van, but rather: as an electric Grand Limousine. In April, the manufacturer initially launched a single-motor variant, the VLE 300. Now, an all-wheel-drive version called the VLE 400 4MATIC is here – with a system output of 310 kW. Its powertrain features the same NMC battery as the front-wheel-drive model, with a usable capacity of 115 kWh, enabling a WLTP range of up to 654 km for the VLE 400 4MATIC.
Prices for the all-wheel-drive version with six seats start at €78,909 in Germany. The leasing rate is €772.67. The entry price for the five-seat variant is €78,452.04, with a leasing rate of €768.19. All figures are gross prices. For comparison: the VLE 300 is now priced at €70,735.
It is clear that the all-wheel-drive model does not differ in its charging capabilities due to the identical battery but rather in driving behaviour, acceleration performance and towing capacity compared to the previously available front-wheel-drive version. The 4MATIC luxury vehicle, with its additional electric motor on the rear axle, now accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.5 seconds. The manufacturer also highlights improvements to “traction and handling, particularly in challenging road and weather conditions”. (To see how the VLE 300 reaches its limits during strong acceleration, check out our driving report.)
