Mercedes-Benz Vision V: luxury van study at Auto Shanghai

Luxurious Space Glider Mercedes Vision V Brings Cinema and Chess to the VIP-Coach

2025-04-30 From Mario Hommen/SP-X | Translated by AI 2 min Reading Time

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Mercedes-Benz is presenting a futuristic luxury-class van study at Auto Shanghai. The Vision V transforms mobility into a multi-sensory experience for the most discerning passengers.

Vision V is the name of a new concept car from Mercedes-Benz, which is celebrating its premiere at Auto Shanghai 2025.(Image: Mercedes-Benz) — Vision V is the name of a new concept car from Mercedes-Benz, which is celebrating its premiere at Auto Shanghai 2025.
(Image: Mercedes-Benz)

At "Auto Shanghai" (April 23 to May 2), Mercedes-Benz is presenting the Vision V luxury van study based on the new VAN.EA platform. This is a four-seater with a slightly futuristic-looking and, above all, luxuriously equipped interior. With this concept, the Swabians want to show what a top-end VIP shuttle could look like.

The interior of the Vision V is designed as a "private lounge". It combines a generous amount of space with high-quality materials and a digital world of experience. The central equipment features include electrically adjustable individual seats with reclining function in the rear. The interior combines futuristic design with fine materials. Nappa leather, silk and open-pore burl wood ensure comfort. In the rear, there is an automatically adjustable center console with an integrated touchpad and fold-out table that can also be used as a chessboard. Among other things, a display cabinet and a sideboard are integrated into the side walls.

Cinema Experience on Wheels

Thanks to a retractable 65-inch screen with 4K resolution, passengers in the rear can enjoy a cinematic atmosphere. When extended, the screen serves as a visual barrier between the driver and passenger compartments. In addition, both areas are separated by a screen that can be darkened. The side windows can also be switched to opaque. Thanks to a surround sound system with 42 loudspeakers and projectors that enable a 360-degree experience, an immersive digital sound environment is created. Variable ambient lighting and an integrated fragrance system are further ingredients for a multi-sensory experience.

Guests can choose from seven digital worlds of experience, including modes for entertainment, work, play or relaxation. For the driver and front passenger, a full-length superscreen with three display areas offers extensive operating and information functions including real-time navigation with augmented reality content.

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The streamlined van stands on giant 24-inch wheels.(Image: Mercedes-Benz)

Mercedes has dispensed with a classic C-pillar in the Vision V.(Image: Mercedes-Benz)

The rear offers two seats where you can enjoy plenty of legroom.(Image: Mercedes-Benz)

The rear is characterized by a large, curved glass pane and an XL rear light framing it.(Image: Mercedes-Benz)

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Vision V: Striking Exterior

For the exterior appearance of the Vision V, Mercedes relies on black paintwork and large metallic high-gloss surfaces such as the 24-inch alloy wheels. The front is characterized by an illuminated "radiator grille" in XL format, while the rear features a large, curved glass element framed on all sides by a rear light.

Mercedes plans to launch the first models on the VAN-EA platform from 2026. The range will extend from entry-level family vans to VIP shuttles and luxury saloons with ample space.

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