Mercedes Price Hike April 2026: Why You’ll Pay Up to ₹7 Lakh More Next Month

Mercedes-Benz has decided to follow in Audi’s footsteps by announcing a 2% price increase across its entire lineup in India, starting from April 1, 2026.

The luxury car manufacturer attributes the price hike to volatility in the forex and rising input costs in the manufacturing of vehicles. This marks the second price increase for the brand in 2026, following a similar revision in January.

Reasons for the Price Hike

The company cited several macroeconomic pressures for the “price correction”:

• Rising Input Costs: Increased expenses for raw materials and logistics have pressured operating margins.
• Forex Volatility: Sustained depreciation of the Indian Rupee against the Euro has significantly increased the cost of imported components.

Estimated Price Impact

Although we don’t have all the specifics on the model-wise price increases just yet, estimates indicate that prices could go up anywhere from ₹89,000 to ₹7.33 lakh, depending on the type of vehicle.

Mercedes-Benz India Lineup

Mercedes-Benz offers a wide range of products in India, including sedans like the A-Class, C-Class, E-Class LWB, and S-Class, and SUVs like the GLA, GLC, GLE, GLS, and the G-Class. The carmaker recently launched the V-Class MPV.

The brand’s EV lineup includes EQS, EQA, EQB, EQE, EQS, and G-Class Electric, while the CLA Electric will be introduced soon. Mercedes offers high-performance models such as the C43, C63 S E Performance, GLC 43, GLE 53, G 63, CLE 53 Coupe, AMG GT, AMG GT 4-Door Coupe, and the SL roadster and the Maybach S, GLS, and EQS.

Official Statement

Brendon Sissing, Vice President, Sales & Marketing, Mercedes-Benz India, said, “Starting April 1, we will be implementing a price correction of around 2 per cent across our portfolio. This decision is largely driven by continued forex volatility, particularly the sustained depreciation of the rupee against the euro, along with rising input costs. While we always strive to absorb cost pressures, some price adjustment becomes necessary to maintain business sustainability. Our focus remains on ensuring minimal impact on customers while continuing to deliver best-in-class products and experiences.”