Mercedes-Benz Connected Vehicle API
APIAccess telematics data, remote vehicle functions, car configurator, and dealer locator tools
Overview
The Mercedes-Benz Connected Vehicle API provides RESTful endpoints for retrieving telematics data (fuel level, battery status, trip history), remotely controlling vehicle functions (lock/unlock, climate activation), using a car configurator to build custom models, and locating nearby service dealers. Responses are in JSON format. Ideal use cases include developing connected car apps, fleet management solutions, customer self-service portals, and automotive service platforms to enhance user experience with Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
Example Integration (JavaScript)
fetch('https://developer.mercedes-benz.com/apis')
.then(res => res.json())
.then(data => console.log(data))
.catch(err => console.error(err)); Key Features
- RESTful API
- JSON Response Format
- Telematics Data Access
- Remote Vehicle Control
- Car Configurator Integration
- Dealer Locator Service
- OAuth2 Authentication
Frequently Asked Questions
? Is the Mercedes-Benz Connected Vehicle API free to use?
It offers a freemium model—free tiers for testing and limited usage, with paid plans available for higher volume or advanced features.
? Does it require an API Key?
Yes, you need to register on the Mercedes-Benz Developer Portal to get an API key; some endpoints also require OAuth2 for secure vehicle data access.
? What is the response format?
All endpoints return data in JSON format, which is widely supported and easy to integrate into applications.
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Tool Info
Pros
- ⊕ Official Mercedes-Benz integration
- ⊕ Comprehensive feature set
- ⊕ Secure authentication protocols
- ⊕ Well-documented developer resources
Cons
- ⊖ Requires API key and vehicle enrollment
- ⊖ Rate-limited free tiers
- ⊖ Paid plans for high-volume usage
- ⊖ Exclusive to Mercedes-Benz vehicles