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 Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra, Mr. Martin Brudermueller, Chairman of the Supervisory Board, Mercedes-BenzAG, Mr. Ola Kallenius, Chairman of the Board of Management, Mercedes-Benz AG, 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 Digitalisation, 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 manufacturing facility in Chakan, Pune, the Electric GLC is assembled on the same flexible line as Mercedes-Benz India’s other ICE models. Mercedes-Benz India has 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, 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 and painting 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 of opening EOIs. Customer deliveries are scheduled to begin in mid-November 2026 for Electric 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.
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.• 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.
Ola Källenius, Chairman of the Board of Management, Mercedes-Benz Group AG
“India is a very important market for us, and we see tremendous potential ahead. A new generation of customers is choosing Mercedes-Benz, and we are bringing them our strongest product portfolio ever. The Electric GLC shows where we’re headed: It takes everything customers love about the GLC and brings it into the electric era: unmistakable Mercedes-Benz design, comfort and innovation, combined with electric performance. And the Electric GLC is already off to an overwhelming start. I’m convinced it will raise the bar in its segment and make electric driving even more desirable.”
Dr. Joerg Burzer, Member of the Board of Management of Mercedes-Benz Group AG. ChiefTechnology Officer, Development & Procurement
“India is of strategic importance to Mercedes-Benz, both as a key market and as an integral part of the international R&D network. The all-electric GLC, powered by MB.OS, brings our latest digital innovations to Indian customers and creates an intuitive, seamless and deeply integrated experience. At the same time, our engineers in India are contributing to the technologies shaping the future of Mercedes-Benz globally. That combination of local expertise, global innovation and local production makes this GLC particularly special.”
Santosh Iyer, Managing Director & CEO, Mercedes-Benz India
“Roll-out of the Electric GLC with the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Maharashtra Devendra Fadnavis, along with Mercedes-Benz AG Board Members is a pivotal moment in the history of Mercedes-Benz in India. The presence of dignitaries and Mercedes-Benz’s Supervisory Board and Board of Management in India, underlines the importance of India as a strategic market for Mercedes-Benz. The roll-out of the Electric GLC will be catalyst to Mercedes-Benz’s future growth trajectory in India, as Mercedes-Benz remains committed to Indian customers, offering them desirable products and services; while contributing strongly to the Indian economy and to our local communities.”
Vyankatesh Kulkarni, Executive Director and Head of Operations, Mercedes-Benz India
“Roll-out of the Electric GLC is a proud and defining moment for us at Mercedes-Benz India. With our first-ever Software Terminal, we are introducing MB.OS-architecture in our locally manufactured portfolio for our discerning Indian customersand the GLC-BEV is the first in line. Together with AI-driven shopfloor processes and a 70% expansion in solar capacity within a year, underlines our commitment to high-tech, sustainable manufacturing, powered by the passion and dedication of our people.”
