Vulcanus turns the Mercedes-Benz V-Class into a luxury lounge at Chengdu 2025

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At the 2025 Chengdu Auto Show, the Vulcanus brand unveiled three limited-run takes on the Mercedes-Benz V-Class aimed squarely at the premium end of the market. The newcomers are positioned as business-jet-level vehicles, targeting buyers who put comfort above all else, as reported by the automotive site 32CARS.RU.

All versions are powered by a 2.0-liter turbo engine rated at 231 hp, paired with a 9-speed automatic. Dimensions come in at 5400x1928x2100 mm, with curb mass around 3.1 tonnes. Top speed is 185 km/h, and average fuel consumption is stated at 9.5 l/100 km. The spec sheet makes clear the priority isn’t outright pace; it’s unruffled progress.

The spotlight is on the cabin. Think seats with massage, heating and ventilation, Nappa leather trim, wood and metal accents, a panoramic roof and sophisticated ambient lighting. Passengers get MBUX, a 28.5‑inch display, Hi-End audio and a multitude of organizers that turn the interior into a genuine lounge space. It reads more like a rolling living room than a shuttle.

Three versions debuted in Chengdu: the Honor Edition with brown leather and diamond quilting; the CMF Edition featuring a restrained gray-and-white scheme; and the Phoenix Limited, a numbered run distinguished by unique decorative elements.

Taken together, Vulcanus showed that the Mercedes-Benz V-Class can contend not only with business-focused minivans but also with top-tier luxury cars of 2025—an assertion backed here by execution rather than bravado.