Mercedes‑Benz india has introduced the Mercedes‑Maybach GLS Celebration Edition — an ultra‑luxury SUV that celebrates the success of the GLS range and the start of local production in India. This is part of a broader launch that also includes the EQS SUV Celebration Edition.
📍 Launch Date: january 14, 2026 (announced in India)
💰 Price (Ex‑Showroom): ₹4.10 crore — positioning it as one of the most exclusive SUVs on sale in the country today.
🛋️ Luxury Features That Define the Celebration Edition
This special edition is built to impress with a focus on comfort, craftsmanship, and exclusivity:
✨ Opulent Interior Appointments
- Individual reclining rear seats designed for chauffeur‑style comfort.
- Bespoke leather upholstery including Mercedes‑Maybach MANUFAKTUR and Exclusive leather packages.
- Full‑length centre console with foldable work tables — ideal for executives on the move.
- Refrigerated compartment integrated into the rear armrest complete with Maybach champagne glasses.
- MBUX rear tablet controls for rear passengers to adjust climate, media, and seating functions.
- 29‑speaker Burmester 3D premium audio system for an immersive on‑board experience.
🚀 Performance & Engineering
- Powered by a 4.0‑litre V8 petrol engine that makes approximately 549 bhp and 770 Nm of torque.
- Linked to a 9‑speed automatic transmission.
- Capable of sprinting 0–100 km/h in about 4.9 seconds with a top speed of 250 km/h (electronically limited).
- The SUV features E‑ACTIVE Body Control suspension, which enhances ride comfort and capabilities on various road conditions.
🏎️ Exterior Style & Presence
- Signature dual‑tone Maybach finish that sets it apart visually.
- Large 23‑inch forged wheels with polished and covered bolt detailing.
- Iconic chrome‑finished vertical grille giving it a bold, regal stance.
🇮🇳 Made in india — Globally Significant
Importantly, india becomes the first market outside the United States to locally produce the Mercedes‑Maybach GLS. local assembly at the Pune/Chakan facility has helped Mercedes‑Benz reduce prices of the standard Maybach GLS and now introduce this Celebration Edition.
This strategy also reflects India’s rising importance in the global ultra‑luxury vehicle market and is aimed at improving delivery timelines and availability.
🧩 How It Compares with the Standard Model
- The standard made‑in‑India Maybach GLS is priced considerably lower at around ₹2.75 crore — a reduction from traditional imported pricing.
- The Celebration Edition, at ₹4.10 crore, is a more bespoke, high‑spec variant that targets ultra‑premium buyers who want top‑tier luxury features beyond the already plush base model.
🏁 What This Means for the indian Luxury car Market
- Mercedes‑Benz is doubling down on luxury leadership in india with limited‑run, high‑value special editions.
- The Celebration Edition reinforces Mercedes’ strategy of front‑loading luxury customer experience with highly‑equipped, flagship vehicles.
- These launches come as Mercedes prepares a lineup of 12 new products in india in 2026, including EVs and new tech‑rich models.
📍 Quick Summary
Model: Mercedes‑Maybach GLS Celebration Edition
Price: ₹4.10 crore (ex‑showroom, India)
Key Features: Ultra‑luxury interior, executive rear seating, refrigerated console, Burmester 3D audio, E‑ACTIVE suspension
Engine: 4.0L V8 petrol, ~549 bhp / 770 Nm
Production: Locally assembled in india (first outside USA)
Significance: Premium flagship SUV celebrating India’s key role in Maybach production and luxury strategy.
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