Mercedes-Benz eCity Electric Bus Chassis Debuts in Brazil

Mercedes-Benz Introduces New Electric Urban Bus Chassis

On August 11, Mercedes-Benz Trucks and Buses Brazil introduced the new Mercedes-Benz eCity electric bus chassis at LatBus 2026, expanding its electric bus portfolio from the OF chassis family. The 12-meter eCity uses a high-floor design with a flat interior floor and delivers an average driving range of 150 km per charge. Designed for medium and small cities, it supports daytime top-up charging and targets a competitive total cost of ownership, with market entry scheduled for 2027 in Brazil.

Electric Bus Portfolio Expands With Route Planning and eO500UA Sales

The company also introduced the eBus Go! route planning tool, which calculates operating range for electric bus routes, while factory-installed telematics enables real-time fleet monitoring. Mercedes-Benz announced the start of sales of the eO500UA articulated battery-electric bus for Brazil and Latin America. The model complements the existing eO500U standard bus and the new eCity, expanding the company’s battery-electric chassis portfolio for regional public transport applications.

Diesel Coach Range Gains Safety and Connectivity Updates

The eO500UA was first unveiled in 2024 and is produced at the Sao Bernardo do Campo plant in Sao Paulo state. For diesel applications, Mercedes-Benz highlighted the O 500 RSDD 8×2 coach chassis with new driver assistance and safety features. From 2026, the O 500 family will leave the factory FleetBus-ready, enabling access to connected fleet management services and extending connected vehicle capabilities across its commercial vehicle portfolio.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main features of the new eCity electric bus chassis?
The new eCity is a battery-electric urban bus chassis designed for medium and small cities, with daytime top-up charging and an average range of 150 km per charge. It uses a 12-meter high-floor configuration with a flat interior floor and is scheduled to enter the market in 2027. Mercedes-Benz also expanded its electric offering with eO500UA sales for Brazil and Latin America, while eBus Go! supports route planning and factory-installed telematics provides real-time fleet monitoring. The company also highlighted connected and safety-focused updates for its diesel coach range.