Mercedes-Benz VLE Is The Most Exciting New Luxury Car In Ages - Jalopnik

The Mercedes-Benz VLE400 is portrayed as a standout new luxury electric vehicle centered on comfort rather than outright performance, according to Jalopnik. The VLE400 is described as quicker than the VLE300 at launch and in acceleration, yet it is not positioned as sporty, with torque building gradually and steering noted as unusually light. The article says Sport mode sharpens the powertrain’s responsiveness, while the tall body allows some roll in corners despite a low center of gravity and inboard rear suspension inspired by Formula 1. Airmatic air suspension with individually adaptive dampers is standard, with the system able to lower above 68 mph and also raise or lower by 1.5 inches. On 22-inch wheels with 265/40 Pirelli Scorpion all-season tires, it’s claimed to match or exceed the comfort of a Mercedes S-Class, including noise levels. Jalopnik also highlights the modular Van.EA platform and improved passenger experience versus older V-Class and EQV models.