Mercedes-Benz Electric Cars in India

Based on Vahan statistics, India’s electric vehicle (EV) market is surging forward; EV car sales in Q1 2024 reached 90,000. While domestic companies are driving mainstream acceptance, the luxury market is undergoing a quiet shift. A pioneer of automotive excellence, Mercedes-Benz has positioned itself as a leader in India’s premium electric vehicle (EV) market, combining modern technology, luxury, and performance. These Mercedes Benz electric cars in India are not just aspirational; they are also progressively pragmatic with growing infrastructure, growing environmental consciousness, and segment-first features. Read on as this blog breaks down the current Mercedes Benz EV lineup in India, covering specs, range, price, and what sets them apart.

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List of Mercedes Benz Electric Cars in India:

 Here is the list of the top Mercedes Benz Electric Cars in India, along with their ex-showroom price range: 

Car	Transmission	Range	Ex-Showroom Price
Mercedes-Benz G-Class Electric	Automatic	473 km	Rs. 3 crore
Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV	Automatic	820 km	Rs. 1.28 to 1.43 crore
Mercedes-Benz EQB	Automatic	447 km (66.5 kWh battery) 535 km (70.5 kWh battery)	Rs. 72.20 to 78.90 lakh
Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV	Automatic	550 km	Rs. 1.41 crore
Mercedes-Benz Maybach EQS SUV	Automatic	611 km	Rs. 2.28 to 2.63 crore
Mercedes-Benz EQS	Automatic	857 km	Rs. 1.63 crore
Mercedes-Benz EQA	Automatic	560 km	Rs. 67.20 lakh
Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS	Automatic	526 km	Rs. 2.45 crore

Mercedes-Benz G-Class Electric

The G-Class electric is equipped with a 116 kWh battery pack and offers a range above 470 km. Moreover, this Mercedes Benz electric car generates 1164 Nm of torque thanks to its AWD drivetrain and four-motor unit. Drive quality is fabulous as it has acceleration stats of 0-100 kmph in less than 5 seconds, with an additional 360-degree spin functionality called “G-Turn”. This Mercedes Benz EV is also excellent for off-roading, thanks to its 250 mm of ground clearance, which protects the underside from damage. Charging capability with a DC charger is 10% to 80% in 32 minutes.

Safety features include a 360-degree camera, 8 airbags, and advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) features such as lane keep assist, emergency braking, speed alert, electronic stability control, seatbelt warning, and more.

Mercedes-Benz G-Class Electric Specifications:

• Battery Power: 116 kWh
• Transmission: Automatic
• Range:  473 km
• Airbags: 9 to 10
• Fuel Type: Electric
• Seating Capacity: 5
• Body Type:  SUV

Mercedes-Benz G-Class Electric Key Features:

• Dual 12.3-inch displays with augmented reality-based heads-up display, along with dual 11.6-inch rear screens.
• 360-degree spin functionality, G-Turn for high-quality axis spins, while G-Steering is for precise turns.
• EQ technology makes the vehicle well-suited for off-roading, as it glides smoothly over challenging terrains.

Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV

The EQS SUV Mercedes Benz electric car comes with a 122 kWh battery pack that produces a torque of 858 Nm, which gives the vehicle a range of up to 809 km. Regardless of its boxy body type, this Mercedes Benz EV is excellent for navigating bumper-to-bumper city traffic or cruising on open highways. It features a fully electric all-wheel drive (AWD) with a two-motor setup. Select between Comfort, Eco, Sport, and Individual driving modes as per your convenience. The amount of brake regeneration energy can be tweaked to suit your driving style. Charging time is roughly 31 minutes on a DC charger, which brings it from 10% to 80% charge. Acceleration is 0-100 kmph in 4.7 seconds.

Safety features of the Mercedes Benz electric car include active brake assist, blind spot assist, and lane keeping aid so that you can manoeuvre tricky lanes and corners with ease. It has acquired a full five-star crash test rating from the Euro NCAP. There are up to 11 airbags, so all occupants are cushioned from impact on all sides.

Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV Specifications:

• Battery Power: 122 kWh
• Transmission:  Automatic
• Range:  820 km
• Airbags: 11
• Fuel Type: Electric
• Seating Capacity: 7
• Body Type:  SUV

Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV Key Features:

• Optimised exterior mirrors and illuminated running boards efficiently minimise wind resistance.
• The Maximise Range setting automatically adjusts energy-consuming features like climate control and seat heating, and transitions to the leanest drive setting.
• A panoramic sunroof with an expansive view makes driving more pleasant.

Mercedes-Benz EQB

The EQB Mercedes Benz electric car features a 70.5 kWh battery pack, providing a range of up to 535 km and generating a torque of 385 Nm. It is available in AWD and comes with a dual-motor unit. There is also a 66.5 kWh battery pack, which generates a torque of 520 Nm, offering a range of up to 447 km. Acceleration goes from 0 to 100 kmph in around 6.2 seconds, while DC fast charging can replenish the battery from 10% to 80% in about 32 minutes. The driving experience is comfortable, thanks to its responsive powertrain, combined with the 4MATIC system. It is best suited for commuting in the city.

The Mercedes Benz electric car EQB also comes with 6 airbags, a tyre pressure monitoring system, electric stability control, anti-lock braking system, front parking sensors, and advanced driver assistance system features like Distronic active distance assist and active lane keep assist.

Mercedes-Benz EQB Specifications:

•  Battery Power: 66.5 kWh and 70.5 kWh
• Transmission: Automatic
• Range:  447 km for the 66.5 kWh battery and 535 km for the 70.5 kWh battery
• Airbags: 6
• Fuel Type: Electric
• Seating Capacity:  5 to 7
• Body Type: SUV

Mercedes-Benz EQB Key Features:

• Dual 10.25-inch displays with the latest-generation MBUX Gen 2 operating system and heads-up display.
• 4MATIC with torque shift distributes the torque as required to the front and rear axles based on road conditions and driving situations.
• Hands-free access – open the luggage space without having to touch it.

Mercedes-Benz EQE

The EQE SUV Mercedes Benz electric car is equipped with a 90.56 kWh battery pack and an AWD and twin-motor setup, which gives a range of 550 km at a torque of 858 Nm. A DC charger can take the battery from 10% to 80% in 32 minutes. The acceleration is impressive, reaching 0 to 100 km/h in 4.9 seconds. Modes like Eco, Off-Road, Sports, Comfort, and Individual ensure the drive quality is impeccable. Bespoke settings are available for each drive mode, offering the best performance for specific road conditions.

The Mercedes Benz EV has secured a five-star safety rating from Global NCAP. Safety features include an anti-lock braking system with Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD), a 360-degree camera with a transparent bonnet feature, electronic stability control, advanced driver assistance systems, a tyre pressure monitoring system, and 9 airbags, among others. The Pre-Safe technology uses sound minimisation to protect the inner ear before an impending accident.

Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV Specifications:

• Battery Power: 90.56 kWh
• Transmission: Automatic
• Range:  550 km
• Airbags: 9
• Fuel Type: Automatic
• Seating Capacity: 5
• Body Type:  SUV

Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV Key Features:

• Electrically adjustable left and right front seats with memory function that store up to 3 different seat positions.
• A 12.3-inch driver’s display with an LCD and LED matrix backlighting, an OLED 17.7-inch central display, and an OLED 12.3-inch front passenger display, along with 4-zone climate control, make long journeys more enjoyable.
• The Digital Light feature automatically adjusts the road’s illumination based on weather, traffic volume, road layout, and lighting conditions for the Mercedes Benz electric car.

Mercedes-Benz Maybach EQS SUV

This Mercedes Benz EV is equipped with a 122 kWh battery pack, offering a range of up to 611 km and producing a torque of 950 Nm. It has two motors, which power the wheels via the 4Matic AWD system. The car also accelerates rapidly, going from 0 to 100 kmph in 4.4 seconds. It supports DC charging, which takes the Mercedes Benz electric car from 10% to 80% in just 31 minutes. Drive modes include Eco, Sport, Off-Road, and Comfort. Moreover, the special Maybach program ensures adjustable damping tackles road undulations without trouble.

Safety features of the Maybach EQS SUV Mercedes Benz electric car include 11 airbags, advanced driver assistance systems such as adaptive cruise control, lane keeping assist, automatic emergency braking and a 360-degree camera, along with speed sensing door lock, anti-theft engine immobiliser, child lock, etc.

Mercedes-Benz Maybach EQS SUV Specifications:

• Battery Power: 122 kWh
• Transmission:  Automatic
• Range:  611 km
• Airbags: 11
• Fuel Type: Electric
•  Seating Capacity: 4 to 5
• Body Type:  SUV

Mercedes-Benz Maybach EQS SUV Key Features:

• Dual 11.6-inch rear displays with an MBUX tablet, along with an MBUX Hyperscreen that has three displays.
• The front seats offer hot and cold massage functions, as well as electrically adjustable seating, along with extensive steering wheel controls for the driver.
• The panoramic sunroof improves ventilation while allowing occupants to enjoy the scenic beauty as the ride progresses.

Mercedes-Benz EQS

The Mercedes-Benz EQS is a robust car powered by a 107.8 kWh battery pack, generating over 850 Nm of torque, offering a range of 857 km, and featuring all-wheel drive with two electric motors. The EQS 53 4MATIC+ trim generates a torque of 1020 Nm and is great for long-distance journeys. The charging capacity of the EQS Mercedes Benz EV allows it to go from 10% to 80% in just 30 minutes on a DC charger. The car goes from 0 to 100 kmph in just 4.3 seconds. Drive quality and handling are decent, depending on which driving mode you choose. Comfort mode is best suited for Indian roads, as the vehicle has low ground clearance.

Safety features of the EQS Mercedes Benz electric car include a 360-degree camera and assisted parking features, the Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus system that controls high beam headlights to ensure drivers coming from opposite directions aren’t blinded, 9 airbags, an advanced driver assistance system, and more.

Mercedes-Benz EQS Specifications:

• Battery Power: 107.8 kWh
• Transmission: Automatic
• Range: 857 km
• Airbags: 9
• Fuel Type: Electric
• Seating Capacity: 5
• Body Type: Sedan

Mercedes-Benz EQS Key Features:

• A three-screen dashboard featuring dual 12.3-inch displays on the sides and a 17.7-inch display in the centre.
• Ventilated front seats that are integrated with a “heating and cooling setting” and a massaging feature.
• One-pedal driving mode lets drivers relax while utilising the car’s energy-efficient features.

Mercedes-Benz EQA

The Mercedes-Benz EQA features a 70.5 kWh battery pack that delivers a range of up to 560 km, with a torque of 385 Nm. It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 8.6 seconds. It supports DC fast charging that takes it from 10% to 80% in 35 minutes. It comes with AWD (or FWD in some variants) and a single motor on the front axle. Even though it might not be the fastest SUV, the EQA Mercedes Benz EV provides a commendable experience, with Sport mode being the most recommended. Ride quality is energetic, with the Comfort and Eco modes offering a more relaxed feel.

Safety features include 7 airbags, an anti-lock braking system with Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD), electronic stability control, advanced driver assistance system features such as blind spot monitoring and automatic emergency braking, along with a front camera and rear radars. It has also secured a five-star rating in Euro NCAP crash tests. 

Mercedes-Benz EQA Specifications:

• Battery Power: 70.5 kWh
• Transmission:  Automatic
• Range: 560 km
• Airbags: 7
• Fuel Type: Electric
• Seating Capacity: 5
• Body Type: SUV

Mercedes-Benz EQA Key Features:

• The interiors have an MBUX infotainment system with dual 10.25-inch displays, along with a large heads-up display.
• Triple braking modes – normal, strong, and maximum can be modified via paddle shifters, which is useful during traffic jams.
• The augmented reality navigation feature displays a live view in front of the car on the central display, guiding the driver on where to turn with the help of arrows.

Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS

This Mercedes Benz EV has a 107.8 kWh battery pack that produces a torque of 950 Nm, which can go up to 1020 Nm with the dynamic pack. A DC fast charger can charge from 10% to 80% in 30 minutes. It has an AWD with dual motors, and goes from 0 to 100 kmph in 4.3 seconds, while the EQS 53 4MATIC+ achieves the same feat in 3.4 seconds. The range of this car is 526 km on a full charge. All four drive modes offer good grip and steady handling, but the car isn’t suitable for rugged terrain. It can tackle minor potholes and speed bumps, but with its low ground clearance, there is a risk of underside scraping.

On the safety front, the AMG EQS doesn’t disappoint as the car has garnered a five-star Global NCAP safety rating. It comes with 9 airbags, Adaptive Highbeam Assist to enhance visibility for both the driver and oncoming vehicles, advanced driver assistance systems, active steering assist, active lane keeping assist, active parking assist with a Parktronic feature for reverse parking, a 360-degree camera, a tire pressure monitoring system, and more.

Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS Specifications:

• Battery Power: 107.8 kWh
• Transmission:  Automatic
• Range: 526 km
• Airbags: 9
• Fuel Type: Electric
• Seating Capacity: 5
• Body Type: Sedan

Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS Key Features:

• Digital Light headlamp technology projects auxiliary markings or warning symbols onto the road surface.
• An MBUX Hyperscreen is integrated with cutting-edge artificial intelligence technology, featuring a 12.3-inch OLED display for the front passenger seat. The rear seats also feature 11.6-inch displays and a 7-inch MBUX rear tablet.
• Pre-Safe system shields the inner ear during impact by producing noise from speakers and triggering the body’s defence system.

Summary:

Mercedes-Benz is rapidly expanding its presence in India’s premium electric vehicle segment with a versatile range of Mercedes Benz electric cars. From the compact EQA and practical EQB to high-performance models like the AMG EQS and ultra-luxury options like the Maybach EQS SUV, the brand caters to every kind of EV enthusiast. While those who wish to experience the legend in an electric avatar will be fascinated by the forthcoming G-Class Electric, performance enthusiasts will likely opt for the AMG EQS.

Want to invest in a Mercedes Benz EV? Many car owners hesitate due to the initial high costs. Still, considering long-term savings from reduced maintenance, lower running expenses, and tax incentives offered by the Indian Government, it becomes a very lucrative deal. Moreover, these cars are the epitome of elegance and class, coupled with powerful handling, and are a dream to drive!

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