What does a Mercedes VLE 300 5-Sitzer (2026–) really cost?
Consumption (WLTP): 19.3 kWh/100 km · CO₂ 0 g/km
Every figure below is computed for this model — list price €74,458 (checked 27 Sept 2026), current tax and tariff assumptions, methodology open.
Monthly total cost by usage profile
| Profile | €/month | €/km |
|---|---|---|
| Low mileage (10,000 km/yr, 60 % charged at home) | €1,039 | €1.25 |
| Standard (15,000 km/yr, 80 % charged at home) | €1,098 | €0.88 |
| High mileage (25,000 km/yr, 70 % charged at home) | €1,245 | €0.60 |
21% above the Van average
What the cost is made of
- DepreciationModel€85976 %
- EnergyCalibrated€12411 %
- Vehicle taxOfficial€0
- InsuranceModel€11110 %
- Maintenance & tyresModel€293 %
- THG bonusMarket-€25
- Total€1,098
Evidence classes: Official = rule or official value · Anchored = published market figure · Calibrated = model tuned to measured data · Model = documented estimate · Market = current market rate
Depreciation
Estimated value after 3 years (15,000 km/yr): ~€40,654 of €74,458 (−45 %). Based on a segment estimate (labelled as such); a data-driven model is in progress.
Charging scenarios
- 100 % at home: €110/mo
- Mostly public (20 % home): €164/mo
Cheaper alternatives (Van)
- VW ID. Buzz GTX 4MOTION lang (2024–2026) — €1,090/mo, €8 less
- Toyota Proace Verso Electric L1 75 kWh (2024–) — €1,052/mo, €46 less
- Ford E-Tourneo Custom 340 L1 Trend (2025–) — €1,004/mo, €94 less
Frequently asked
How much does a Mercedes VLE 300 5-Sitzer (2026–) cost per month?
At 15,000 km/yr and 80 % home charging: about €1,098 per month all-in (depreciation, energy, tax, insurance, maintenance). At 10,000 km ~€1,039; at 25,000 km ~€1,245.
How much value does a Mercedes VLE 300 5-Sitzer (2026–) lose?
After 3 years an estimated ~€40,654 remains (−45 %). Basis: segment estimate — labelled as such.
What does charging a Mercedes VLE 300 5-Sitzer (2026–) cost?
Home-only ~€110/month; mostly public ~€164/month (15,000 km/yr, current tariffs, incl. real-world consumption uplift).