2026 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Facelift Launched in India at Rs 2.20 Crore: Gets 115km PHEV Range

Mercedes-Benz India has officially launched the highly anticipated 2026 S-Class Facelift, carrying a starting price tag of Rs 2.20 crore (ex-showroom).

Mercedes-Benz has launched its heavily updated flagship sedan in India. For the first time, the model is available exclusively as an electrified plug-in hybrid (PHEV), combining major cosmetic updates with next-generation cabin technology.

The local assembly at Mercedes-Benz’s Chakan facility in Maharashtra continues, balancing competitive positioning with top-tier German luxury.

Bookings & Deliveries

Bookings are officially open, with customer deliveries scheduled to begin just in time for the festive season in Q4 2026 (around Diwali).

2026 Mercedes-Benz S-Class India Pricing & Variants

The new S-Class lands in India with two distinct personalities, catering to those who prefer classic elegance or aggressive sportiness:

• Mercedes-Benz S-Class Launch Edition (Exclusive Line): Rs 2.20 Crore (Ex-showroom)
• Mercedes-Benz S-Class Manufaktur Edition (AMG Line): Rs 2.38 Crore (Ex-showroom)

Exterior

• Massive New Grille: Upfront, the illuminated radiator grille has grown roughly 20% larger, wearing an optional high-gloss black and chrome frame embedded with mini three-pointed stars.
• Digital Light Graphics: The advanced multi-beam LED headlamps display an all-new dual three-pointed star daytime running light (DRL) setup capable of throwing ultra-crisp illumination up to 600 metres ahead.
• The Rear End: The rear mimics the front with revised wraparound LED taillights featuring striking dynamic animations shaped as sequential three-pointed stars. Cleanly reworked bumpers and sharp new alloy wheel layouts wrap up the outside updates.

Interior

• Triple-Screen Dashboard: A continuous glass panel cascades across the front layout, anchoring a 14.4-inch central infotainment hub, a 12.3-inch driver instrument cluster, and an independent 12.3-inch display specifically for the front passenger.
• AI Navigation: Google Maps is natively integrated directly into the massive augmented reality head-up display (AR-HUD), overlaying directional markers over the road ahead in real time.
• Rear Seat Executive Lounges: Rear passengers get dual 13.1-inch entertainment screens, a dedicated control tablet, and heavily cushioned seats that recline up to 43.5 degrees with active heating, ventilation, and deep-tissue hot stone massage modes.
• Ride and Maneuverability: To glide over rough Indian roads effortlessly, AIRMATIC air suspension comes standard. Additionally, standard rear-axle steering (4.5-degree angle) turns the rear wheels opposite to the fronts at low speeds, reducing the turning radius of this massive luxury barge to that of a compact sedan.

Plug-In Hybrid Powertrain Specs

The new Mercedes-Benz S 450e introduces a high-performance plug-in hybrid (PHEV) system to the flagship luxury sedan lineup in India, perfect for zero-emission city driving in Surat and effortless highway cruising.

Engine & Performance

• Engine: 3.0L turbocharged inline-six petrol engine.
• Electric Motor: Rear-mounted motor paired with a 22kWh battery pack.
• Total Output: 435 bhp of power and 680 Nm of peak torque.
• Transmission: 9-speed automatic gearbox powering the rear wheels.
• Acceleration: 0 to 100 km/h in 5.7 seconds.

Range, Efficiency & Charging

• Electric-Only Range: Up to 115 km on pure battery power.
• Fuel Efficiency: A combined 32.2 km/l (WLTP certified).
• 60kW DC Fast Charging: Powers the battery from 10% to 80% in 20 minutes.