Mercedes-Benz Vans is implementing the next stage of its electrification strategy with VAN.EA. Starting 2026, all newly developed medium and large vans from Mercedes-Benz will be based on the modular, flexible and scalable electric architecture VAN.EA (Mercedes-Benz Van Electric Architecture).
VAN.EA allows for a clear differentiation between privately positioned vans in the luxury segment and commercial vans in the premium segment. The future model portfolio of privately positioned vans will range from high-quality family vans and exclusive VIP shuttles to spacious limousines catering to the expectations of highly sophisticated customers. By extending the top-end of its product portfolio Mercedes-Benz Vans is defining its unique own segment.
With regard to installed technologies, the new vans meet a wide variety of customer requirements. Regardless of whether with front wheel drive or 4x4, all vehicles will be equipped with the latest version of the Mercedes-Benz Operating System (MB.OS), as well as a 800 volt charging system and a 22 kW AC charger.
Following a long-distance journey from Stuttgart to the North Cape in early June 2024 with a specially constructed vehicle for testing the chassis, electric powertrain, battery and high-voltage components, the current tests focus on the interaction of all components in the overall vehicle. In winter, the next major milestone will be the cold testing in Sweden.