Inside Pope Francis’s first electric Popemobile: A stunning look at the future of sustainability

Pope Francis receives the first electric Popemobile Photo credit: Mercedes-Benz Pope Francis stands beside the all-electric Popemobile, custom-built by Mercedes-Benz to align with his emphasis on sustainability. A custom creation for a historic event Photo credit: Mercedes-Benz The electric Popemobile will be used during the 2025 Jubilee in Rome, an event expected to draw millions of attendees. A unique adaptation of the G-Class Photo credit: Mercedes-Benz The electric Popemobile is based on the Mercedes-Benz G-Class, modified to operate at low speeds for public appearances. Features tailored for the Pope’s needs Photo credit: Mercedes-Benz The height-adjustable central seat allows Pope Francis to address audiences from different angles, while a custom hardtop offers weather protection. Built with craftsmanship and precision Photo credit: Mercedes-Benz Specialists from Mercedes-Benz’s Graz and Sindelfingen facilities handcrafted the bodywork and interior to Vatican specifications. Continued tradition of service to the Vatican Photo credit: Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz has provided vehicles to the Vatican for nearly a century, with the G-Class serving as the Popemobile platform since the 1980s. Aligning with Laudato Si Photo credit: Mercedes-Benz The fully electric drivetrain of the Popemobile reflects Pope Francis’s call for sustainable development in his encyclical “Laudato Si.” A symbol of innovation and tradition Painted in pearl white, the electric Popemobile merges modern electric technology with the timeless design of Mercedes-Benz vehicles. A collaborative global effort Photo credit: Mercedes-Benz Teams from Graz, Sindelfingen, and Rome collaborated for over a year to create the electric Popemobile, showcasing global expertise. Presentation at the Vatican Photo credit: Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz CEO Ola Källenius and team members hand over the Popemobile to Pope Francis during a private ceremony at the Vatican. Looking toward a sustainable future Photo credit: Mercedes-Benz The electric Popemobile represents Mercedes-Benz’s commitment to a net-carbon-neutral fleet and the Vatican’s focus on sustainability.