Best Mercedes-Benz Cars in India

At some point in our life, we have been enthralled at the sight of a stately car sporting a three-pointed star on its face. It is a Mercedes-Benz, instantly recognisable to anyone, a feat few others can match. Such popularity is not surprising given Mercedes-Benz is the oldest and most successful luxury car brand in India. While the German car maker began selling its cars in India in 1969, Mercedes-Benz had been selling Trucks along with Tata Motors since 1954. Through the years, the brand powered through challenges from other luxury car makers like Audi and BMW, and has sold over 2.1 million cars and 3.75 lakh vans. Even today, Mercedes-Benz is the most dominant player in the luxury cars arena with a long line-up as well as the widest dealership network. Here is what the best Mercedes-Benz cars have to offer you if you are looking to bring home a luxury car. And if an electric Mercedes-Benz is of your interest, this story covering the best luxury electric cars will guide you through.

Mercedes-Benz A-Class Limousine

Of all the Mercedes-Benz cars in India, the A-Class sits at the most accessible price point to let many first-timers experience what a Mercedes-Benz feels like. However, there are no compromises in quality in the pursuit of keeping the A-Class affordable. While the three-pointed star on the grille is enough to draw gazes, the arrow-like shape with clean panels and a prominent shoulder line gives the A-Class a deluxe appeal. The real magic, however, lies inside the cabin where Mercedes has liberally used high-quality plastics and soft-touch materials, and placed snug seats with loads of room around them. This combined with some upmarket features that include powered front seats, dual-zone climate control, and a sunroof makes the A-Class deliver the rich experience expected of a Mercedes car.

Mercedes-Benz A-Class Limousine Specifications

• Engine: 1.3-litre turbo-petrol engine & 2.0-litre diesel engine
• Transmission: 7-speed DCT automatic & 8-speed DCT automatic
• Mileage:  15.5 km/l (petrol), 20 km/l (diesel)
• Airbags: Up to seven airbags
• Seating Capacity: 5
• Body Type: Sedan

Mercedes-Benz GLA

For a brand like Mercedes-Benz, the entry-level luxury segment is a tricky business as they need to maintain their quality standards while keeping the prices in check. Like the A-Class, the entry-level GLA SUV has been meticulously engineered and does justice to its brand’s stature. In its second generation now, the GLA is quite a departure from its predecessor due to its larger size and a shift away from the coupe-SUV design towards a more muscular SUV aesthetic. However, the overall appeal is still rather sophisticated than muscular. While the cabin is already well-spacious, the twin sunroof makes it feel even airier, and the premium seats along with plenty of upmarket features spell the luxury GLA packs.

Mercedes-Benz GLA Specifications

• Engine: 1.3-litre turbo-petrol engine, 2.0-litre diesel engine, & 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine
• Transmission: 7-speed DCT automatic, 8-speed automatic, & 9-speed automatic
• Mileage:  13.7 km/l (petrol), 17.9 km/l (diesel)
• Airbags: Seven airbags
• Seating Capacity: 5
• Body Type: SUV

Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Referred to as the baby S-Class, the C-Class is one of the best-selling Mercedes-Benz cars all around the world. Even when the stately vibe is given, you cannot help but appreciate the sterling job the brand has done with the C-Class. Outside, there is an elegant attire with neat panels and creases all around. Inside, there is the replication of the S-Class with an almost identical dashboard, leatherette upholstery, and black and brown colour scheme. To maximise the plushness, Mercedes has equipped the C-Class with a multitude of features like ambient lighting, powered front seats, an 11.9-inch infotainment system with Mercedes-Benz’s latest MBUX tech, and a premium Burmester 3D sound system. All engines (including diesel) of the C-Class come with a 48V mild hybrid system that helps it deliver better fuel efficiency.

Mercedes-Benz C-Class Specifications

• Engine: 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine & 2.0-litre diesel engine
• Transmission: 9-speed torque converter automatic
• Mileage:  16.9 km/l (petrol), 23 km/l (diesel)
• Airbags: Up to seven airbags
• Seating Capacity: 5
• Body Type: Sedan

Mercedes-Benz GLB

The first 7-seater on the list and the only one in its segment, the Mercedes-Benz GLB is a great deal for those looking for a luxury SUV for family travelling. The upright stance along with the big imposing road presence is exactly the combination most Indians like. Similarities with its smaller siblings, A-Class and GLA, can be felt inside the cabin, especially in the front section which has a neat dashboard with the same twin-screen setup and circular AC vents. Behind the front seats, the space granted by a 2,829 mm wheelbase and 2,020 mm width makes a spacious second row and a third row which is best suited for children. While the twin sunroof imparts the sense of more room, there are a host of premium features to uplift the luxury such as dual-zone climate control, 10-speaker 3D Burmester sound system, powered front seats with memory function, and more. What else is interesting about the GLB is that despite being imported as CBU units from Mexico, its price is more or less the same as its rivals.

Mercedes-Benz GLB Specifications

• Engine: 1.3-litre turbo-petrol engine & 2.0-litre diesel engine
• Transmission: 7-speed DCT automatic & 9-speed torque converter automatic
• Mileage:  16 km/l
• Airbags: Up to seven airbags
• Seating Capacity: 7
• Body Type: SUV

Mercedes-Benz E-Class

The Mercedes-Benz E-Class is the brand’s best-selling car in India, with a 28-year legacy of defining almost flagship-level luxury. Over 5 metres in length, this luxury sedan looks regal and a touch sporty due to the sharp creases on the bonnet. Get inside the cabin and you just know why it is the best-selling Mercedes. The blend of vintage feel with modern aesthetics is remarkable with some key highlights being the open pore wood finishing on the dashboard, the wavy effect on its bottom, and the classy cream-finished steering. With 37-degree reclinable rear seats sporting pillow-like head restraints and plush leatherette upholstery, the E-Class serves a comfort worth losing yourself in. This experience becomes even more pleasing when the daylight falls through the panoramic sunroof and you have an abundance of features to avail. While this is a car you usually want to cruise in as the chauffeur drives, it can deliver an exhilarating performance with the ability to do a 0 to 100 km/hr dash in 6.1 seconds.

Mercedes-Benz E-Class Specifications

• Engine: 2-litre petrol engine, 2-litre diesel engine, & 3-litre diesel engine
• Transmission: 9-speed torque converter automatic
• Mileage:  15 km/l (petrol), 16.1 km/l (diesel)
• Airbags:  Seven airbags
• Seating Capacity: 5
• Body Type: Sedan

Mercedes-Benz GLE

The E-Class of SUVs, the Mercedes-Benz GLE in no way plays second fiddle to its larger sibling, the GLS. As a big 5-seater luxury SUV, the GLE is primarily built for luxurious drives rather than a sporty character, despite the power and torque figures being fairly high. With ample space, comfy seats, soft suspension, and air suspension (petrol only), the GLE immaculately pampers all passengers, while the surprisingly easy handling keeps the driver relaxed. And in case it is supposed to travel across uneven patches, the 200 mm ground clearance and the 4MATIC all-wheel-drive system make sure there is no hassle. Inside the cabin, the top-shelf material, woodwork, and a sophisticated dashboard set plush ambience that gets magnified by a host of luxury features including a panoramic sunroof.

Mercedes-Benz GLE Specifications

• Engine: 2-litre diesel engine, 3-litre petrol engine, and 3-litre diesel engine
• Transmission: 9-speed torque converter automatic
• Mileage:  11.11 km/l (petrol), 14 km/l (diesel)
• Airbags: Up to nine airbags
• Seating Capacity: 5
• Body Type: SUV

Mercedes-Benz GLS

Being the largest and most expensive SUV offering from Mercedes-Benz, the GLS checks all the right boxes for a luxury 7-seater. Firstly, it is so huge that even if it were not for the three-pointed star on the front, only its size is enough to stun the onlookers. Second, the set of mighty engines that are refined (even the diesel), effortlessly propel this giant SUV weighing over 2.5 tons along with 7 passengers. The absence of sports mode in the GLE is a clear indication that this is an SUV to relax and savour Mercedes-Benz level luxury while cruising at high speeds. The softly-cushioned seats, the rich upholstery, the air suspension, and loads of space keep the passengers from any discomfort, while the huge panoramic sunroof makes the cabin feel even roomier. Moreover, the abundance of features promises great entertainment.

Mercedes also sells a more luxurious version of GLS that rivals the Bentley Bentayga and Roll-Royce Cullinan. Just hinting at its luxury levels, it features two individual massaging seats in the second row that are reclinable up to 43.5 degrees, an in-car fridge with champagne glass holders in addition to regular ones, and optional 11.6-inch rear entertainment screens.

Mercedes-Benz GLS Specifications

• Engine: 3-litre diesel engine & 3-litre petrol engine
• Transmission: 9-speed torque converter automatic
• Mileage:  10.1 km/l (petrol), 12.5 km/l (diesel)
• Airbags: Up to nine airbags
• Seating Capacity: 7
• Body Type: SUV

Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Last on the list is Mercedes-Benz’s flagship model, the S-Class. This royal 5.2-metre-long and nearly 2-metre-wide sedan packs the standards of luxury that few cars can match. All seats are upholstered in nappa leather and get as many as 10 massage functions with ventilation and heating too. There is an unignorable state of art vibe across the cabin, especially at the front with a 12.8-inch touchscreen infotainment system, 64-colour ambient lighting, a clean dashboard, and the 12.3-inch digital driver’s display. While the list of cutting-edge features is expectedly long, the most important is the array of ADAS features that add another layer of safety to the famously robust Mercedes-Benz build quality. Even though the drive in an S-Class is usually a chauffeur-handled affair, if you want the taste of its engine’s potential, get behind the wheel and the S-Class will blow your mind with supremely refined as well as brisk performance.

Mercedes-Benz S-Class Specifications

• Engine: 3-litre turbo petrol engine & 3-litre turbo diesel engine
• Transmission: 9-speed torque converter automatic
• Mileage:  16 km/l (petrol) 13.5 km/l (diesel)
• Airbags: Ten airbags
• Seating Capacity: 5
• Body Type: Sedan

Summary

Setting foot in India soon after its independence helped Mercedes-Benz capture the throne in the absence of any rival. Still its dominance is the biggest of rivals’ worries and with the listed above and some more cars in its portfolio, Mercedes-Benz pulls more buyers in showrooms than its rivals. At the same time, the brand also has eyes on the future and is keenly invested in making electric cars. But if an ICE-powered Mercedes-Benz car is your preference, the above list which ranges from south of Rs 50 lakh to north of 2 crore, will help you know which one you should put your money on.

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