Made in India Mercedes-Benz E-GLC: A New Chapter in India’s Electric Luxury Car Market
India’s most desirable luxury carmaker Mercedes-Benz today, started the local production of the much awaited all-new Electric GLC at its manufacturing plant in Chakan, Pune. The first locally...
India’s most desirable luxury carmaker Mercedes-Benz today, started the local production of the much awaited all-new Electric GLC at its manufacturing plant in Chakan, Pune. The first locally produced GLC 400 4MATIC was rolled off the assembly line by Hon’ble Chief Minister of Maharashtra, Shri Devendra Fadnavis, Smt. Sunetra Pawar, Hon’ble DeputyChiefMinisterofMaharashtra, Mr. Martin Brudermueller, Chairman ofthe SupervisoryBoard, Mercedes-BenzAG, Mr. Ola Kallenius, Chairman of the Board of Management, Mercedes-BenzAG, Dr. Joerg Burzer, ChiefTechnologyOfficer and Member of the Board of Management, Mercedes-Benz AG, Mr. Santosh Iyer, Managing Director & CEO, Mercedes-Benz India and Mr. Vyankatesh Kulkarni, Executive Director and Head of Operations, Mercedes-Benz India, were present to mark this historic milestone for Mercedes-Benz in India.
The roll-out of the first-ever Electric GLC in India marks Mercedes-Benz India manufacturing facility’s efficiency, flexibility of production and strong people focus. Mercedes-Benz India manufacturing facility uses Digitalization, Robotics, is powered by AI-enabled production systems, The Electric GLC is the first Mercedes-Benz SUV in India built on the company’s next-generation electric vehicle architecture, MB.EA-M. It runs on an 800-volt electrical architecture with a range of up to 711 km (combined WLTP range – ARAI ) and features the Mercedes-Benz Operating System (MB.OS).
Benchmark of flexible production: ICE and BEV on one flexible line
At Mercedes-Benz India’s manufacturingfacilityin Chakan, Pune, the Electric GLC is assembled on the sameflexible lineas Mercedes-BenzIndia’s otherICEmodels. Mercedes-BenzIndiahas the distinction of producing multiple vehicle platforms, with both ICE and BEV powertrains, under one roof.
More than Three decades of ‘Making in India’:
To date, Mercedes-Benz India has sold more than 240,000 vehicles in India, the largest for any luxury carmaker in India. Majority of the vehicles sold in India are locally produced at Mercedes-Benz India’s manufacturing facility. Mercedes-Benz has invested INR 3,200 crore (approximately EUR 320 million)
in the Chakan production facility, including an additional Rs 200 crores for new product start-up, 2
manufacturing operations and digitization in 2026. The manufacturing facility works with almost 20 direct suppliers in India, and beyond its own employees, Mercedes-Benz India has an estimated additional impact on 18,000 people at suppliers and service providers in the region.
Digitalisation, robotics and AI on the shopfloor
Mercedes-Benz India is making its operations faster and more resilient. The manufacturing plant runs more than 15 live AI projects to improve quality, efficiency, decision-making and workforce capabilities. Camera-based Vision AI systems monitor quality in real time and support consistent product and process quality. In the supply chain, data-driven models generate scenarios that allow the team to act early and keep supply resilient, while AI-powered digital tools support workforce skilling. Industrial robots carryout critical processes such as welding, riveting andpainting with higher accuracy and process reliability. The plant pairs AI-enabled, connected manufacturing systems with handcrafted precision.
Celebrating a decade of the ICE GLC’s success in India:
The GLC arrived in India in 2016 and since then found nearly 22,000 customers, remaining one of Mercedes-Benz’s highly successful SUV. The all-new Electric GLC carries this success story into a new generation of Electric BEV meant for today’s tech-savvy customers, who are used to digitization and intuitive technology. Globally, the Electric GLC has generated significant customer demand and Mercedes-Benz India has witnessed a similar demand in India. Even before the Electric SUV’s India debut, Mercedes-Benz received more than 550+ expression of interest from customers in first 36 hours ofopening EOIs. Customer deliveries are scheduled to begin in mid-November 2026 forElectric GLC.
Annexure: All-new Electric GLC, product highlights and technical specifications
- First MB.EA-M based Mercedes-Benz Made in India:
The all-new electric GLC is the first locally manufactured Mercedes-Benz based on the next-generation MB.EA.M platform.
- Next-Generation Digital Intelligence with MB.OS:
Powered by MB.OS, the AI-driven vehicle architecture enables intelligent navigation, ADAS, over-the-air updates, and personalized user experiences.
- Exhilarating Performance:
Dual motors deliver 360 kW and 800 Nm, accelerating from 0-100 km/h in 4.3 seconds, while the 94 kWh battery offers up to 711 km* WLTP range.
- 800V Technology:
With 330 kW DC charging capability, the GLC can add up to 303 km of range in just 10 minutes under optimal conditions.
- Luxury Meets Innovation & Sustainability:
Features such as the 39.1-inch MBUX Hyperscreen, illuminated grille with 942 pixels, SKY CONTROL panoramic roof with illuminated stars and extensive use of recycled and reduced CO2 footprint materials redefining modern luxury mobility.
Specification
Model: GLC 400 4MATIC Electric
Drive: Dual electric motors, all-wheel drive (4MATIC)
Power: 360 kW (489 hp)
Torque: 800 Nm
Battery capacity (usable): 94 kwh
Electrical architecture: 800 V
Range: 711 km*
DC fast charging: Up to 303 km of range in 10 minutes
Maximum DC charging power: [330] kW
0–100 km/h: 4.3 s
Top speed: 210 km/h (electronically limited)
*Combined WLTP range as certified by ARAI
Range and charging figures determined using the WLTP measurement method. Actual range depends on driving style, conditions and other non-technical factors.
MB.CHARGE Public: the postpaid charging service
MB.CHARGE Public has witnessed encouraging response since its introduction in India, enabling Mercedes-Benz BEV and PHEV customers to enjoy a seamless and simplified public charging experience through one integrated ecosystem. With the continued onboarding of additional Charge Point Operators (CPOs), the network now provides access to more than 22,000 charging points across India.
Unique customer value proposition of MB.CHARGE Charging Credits:
- To further enhance customer flexibility, Mercedes-Benz India is now introducing an innovative ‘MB.CHARGE Public Charging Credits’, as an alternative to the complimentaryAC wall box for all new BEV customers. Customers who voluntarily opt out of the AC wall box may avail 2,500 kWh of complimentary charging credits through MB.CHARGE Public.
- The charging credits are valid for 24 months from the date of MB.CHARGE Public service activation (terms and conditions applicable). The MB.CHARGE Public contract activation has to be completed within 7 days of date of retail.
- The credits are linked to the vehicle identification number (VIN). The remaining balance can be viewed in the Discounts section of the MB.CHARGE Public customer portal.
- Once charging credits are accepted by the customer through customer declaration form, the wall box kit, RCBO and junction box will not be handed over to the customer.
