German luxury carmaker Mercedes-Benz has officially announced that the Mercedes-Benz GLC Electric launch in India will take place on November 4, 2026. Scheduled right before the festive Diwali period, the launch marks a significant milestone for the brand’s electric mobility expansion. Official bookings for the luxury electric SUV will begin in the first week of October.
Mercedes-Benz India will locally assemble the GLC Electric at its manufacturing facility in Chakan, Pune. The SUV arrives in India just six months after its European sales debut, making it the fastest global model brought to the country as a locally assembled vehicle.
What Version Of Mercedes-Benz Will Be Sold In India?
India will receive the standard-wheelbase Mercedes-Benz GLC 400 4Matic specification, featuring a wheelbase measuring 2,972 mm, which is 84 mm longer than the petrol GLC variant. The powertrain features an electric dual-motor setup delivering 483 bhp and 800 Nm of torque, enabling acceleration from 0 to 100 kmph in 4.3 seconds with a top speed of 210 kmph.
The vehicle is equipped with a 94 kWh NMC battery pack that delivers a WLTP-claimed driving range of up to 715 km on a single charge. Storage capacity includes a 570-litre boot space along with a 128-litre front trunk.
The interior showcases a massive 39.1-inch MBUX Hyperscreen spanning across the dashboard, integrating the digital instrument cluster, central infotainment touchscreen, and passenger display panel. The cabin incorporates physical steering wheel buttons, rotary console knobs, customizable roof settings, advanced driver assistance systems, and an optional certified vegan interior package.
