Mercedes-Benz has increased its business interests for the Indian market over the last decade or two considering the growing interest for luxury vehicles in the country. The German marque has an overwhelming market share of close to 45 percent in India’s luxury car market.
Mercedes intends to maintain this dominance with multiple new products to hit the Indian roads next year. Some of them (if not all) will be showcased at the upcoming Bharat Mobility Expo 2025. Here’s a quick rundown of all the existing and upcoming Mercedes-Benz models that will be showcased at the annual motoring exhibition.
1. Mercedes AMG SL 55 4MATIC+
Mercedes-Benz launched the AMG SL 55 4Matic+ earlier this year at a price of Rs 2.44 crore (ex-showroom). It is available in a single, fully-loaded variant. Being a Merc, it is loaded with all the bells and whistles such as a 11.9-inch touchscreen infotainment system, panoramic sunroof, premium audio system, etc.
Under its hood, the SL 55 4Matic+ benefits from an AMG-built twin-turbocharged 4.0-litre V8 under the hood. It offers a max output of 469 bhp and 699 Nm of torque. The engine is mated to a 9-speed automatic transmission, which with the help of the 4Matic all-wheel-drive system sends power to all four wheels. The 0 to 100 kmph sprint is achieved in 3.8 seconds, with a top speed of 294 kmph.
2. Mercedes AMG S 63 S E Performance
Priced between Rs 3.30–3.80 crore (ex-showroom), the Mercedes AMG S 63 S E Performance was launched in India in May this year. It is the top-spec performance variant in the S-Class range and comes to India as a CBU. It is powered by a 4.0-litre V8 hybrid-motor mated to a nine-speed AMG SpeedShift gearbox. This engine is tuned to generate 800bhp and 1430Nm of peak torque. In this state of tune, the performance sedan can sprint from zero to 100kmph in just 3.3 seconds. It can run in full electric mode for up to 33 km.
3. Mercedes-Benz LWB E-Class
Mercedes-Benz launched the fifth-generation E-Class in the long wheelbase (LWB) format in October this year at a price of Rs 78.50 lakh — 92.50 lakh (ex-showroom). It is offered in three variants: E200, E220d, and E450. There are three powertrain options available: two petrol and a diesel. The E-Class is locally assembled in India at the company’s facility in Chakan near Pune.
4. Mercedes G-Wagon Electric
The biggest highlight of the Mercedes’ pavilion at Bharat Mobility Expo will be the all-electric G-Wagon which will be showcased in its full glory. The G580 with EQ technology is expected to carry forward the legacy of the legendary G-Wagon off-roading SUV in a battery-powered avatar. The SUV is slated for a market launch on 9 January 2025. It will offer a range of around 470 km on a single charge and a top speed of 180 kmph.
5. Mercedes EQS Maybach SUV 680 ‘Night Series’
Mercedes will also present the EQS Maybach SUV 680 ‘Night Series’ at the upcoming motoring exhibition. This special edition of the flagship EV gains dark chrome elements, jewel-like surfaces and finishes on the exterior, along with interior enhancements over the regular EQS Maybach SUV.
6. Mercedes-Benz Concept CLA Class
Built on the new Modular Architecture (MMA) platform, the Concept CLA broke cover internationally earlier this year and will now make its maiden public appearance at the Bharat Mobility Expo 2025. The four-door concept car previews the next-generation CLA Class which will be available in fully-electric avatar.
