<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="false"><li>Mercedes' electric luxury van, the VLE prototype, showcased its efficiency and long range by driving from Stuttgart to Rome with only two quick charging stops, covering 677 miles.</li><li>The VLE is set to have over 311 miles of pure electric range and will also offer combustion variants. Production is expected to begin in 2026.</li><li>The VLE uses an 800-volt platform, VAN.EA, with two versions: VAN.EA-P for passenger vehicles and VAN.EA-C for commercial use. A larger variant, VLS, and possibly a Maybach version might also be introduced.</li><li>Mercedes will unveil the VLE in 2026 and plans to launch more models based on the VAN.EA platform. Combustion versions will also be available, sharing components with the electric models.</li></ul>

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