Mercedes-Benz India has off to a roaring start with its upcoming luxury electric offering, securing more than 650 Expressions of Interest (EOIs) within just 36 hours of opening registrations. The overwhelming response precedes the official India market debut scheduled for November 4, 2026.
Local Manufacturing & Delivery Timeline
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Made in India: The Electric GLC (specifically the GLC 400 4MATIC variant) will be locally assembled at Mercedes-Benz’s Chakan facility in Pune, making it the brand’s first SUV in India built on its next-generation EV architecture.
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Delivery Schedule: Customer deliveries are slated to roll out starting mid-November 2026.
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Registrations Open: EOIs continue to remain open through authorized franchise partners and the official Mercedes-Benz India website for subsequent vehicle batches.
Performance & Specifications (Global/Spec Sheet)
The India-bound GLC Electric 400 4MATIC packs heavy-hitting hardware and range capabilities:
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Battery & Range: A massive 94 kWh battery pack delivering a claimed WLTP range of up to 715 km.
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Powertrain: Dual-motor, all-wheel-drive setup putting out a combined 490 hp and 800 Nm of torque.
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Acceleration: 0 to 100 km/h sprint completed in a swift 4.3 seconds, despite a weight of roughly 2.5 tonnes.
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Charging: Supports DC fast-charging up to 330 kW, capable of adding roughly 300 km of range in just 10 minutes.
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Agility & Comfort: Equipped with air suspension and 4.5-degree rear-axle steering as standard internationally.
Interior & Technology Highlights
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MBUX Hyperscreen: Features a massive 39.1-inch seamless display setup combining the driver’s gauge cluster, center infotainment, and a dedicated passenger screen powered by the fourth-generation MBUX interface and built-in AI assistant.
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Ergonomics: Unlike many minimalist EVs, it retains physical tactile controls on the steering wheel and center console.
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Layout: Designed as a spacious 5-seater luxury family SUV.
Pricing details are expected to be announced during the official launch on November 4, 2026, with local assembly anticipated to give it a competitive edge in the luxury EV space.
