Luxury van market heats up in Korea as Mercedes-Benz joins rivalry with V-Class
Mercedes-Benz Korea has entered the nation's fast-growing luxury van market with the V-Class, intensifying competition in a segment previously dominated by Toyota’s Alphard and Lexus LM. The German luxury carmaker launched Wednesday the seven-seat V-Class as a single-trim model priced at 124 million won ($92,700), targeting customers looking for a premium vehicle that combines passenger capacity…
The luxury van market in South Korea is experiencing a surge in competition as Mercedes-Benz enters the fray with its V-Class model. This move intensifies the rivalry between Mercedes-Benz, Toyota’s Alphard, and Lexus’s LM, which have traditionally dominated the segment. The V-Class, priced at 124 million won ($92,700), is a seven-seat, single-trim model that caters to customers seeking a blend of passenger capacity and comfort.
The launch of this premium vehicle aligns with the growing demand for high-end vans among business executives, celebrities, and families in Korea. Toyota and Lexus have already established a strong foothold in this market segment, offering models like the Alphard and LM, which have been popular due to the increasing demand for spacious and comfortable multipurpose vehicles.
Mercedes-Benz's entry is expected to further fuel competition, offering consumers an additional premium option in the luxury van market.
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