Mercedes-Benz India has announced a two-stage revision in the ex-showroom prices of its models, effective from 1st June 2025 and 1st September 2025. The decision comes in response to significant fluctuations in foreign exchange rates, particularly the 10% depreciation of the rupee against the Euro over the past four months. The company aims to minimize customer impact by adopting a staggered approach and offering flexible financing solutions.
Why the Price Revision?
The steep rise in forex rates has increased the cost of imported components and Completely Built Units (CBUs), compelling Mercedes-Benz India to pass on a marginal portion of the cost to customers. Despite absorbing most of the exchange rate differences so far, the company has now introduced a minimal price correction to sustain business operations and support franchise partners.
Santosh Iyer, Managing Director & CEO of Mercedes-Benz India, stated:
“This staggered approach for price revision, along with value-added flexible financing programmes from MBFS, will minimize financial burden and offer customers leeway to plan their purchases.”
Model-Wise Price Revisions
Effective from 1st June 2025:
| Model | Current Price (INR Lakhs) | New Price (INR Lakhs) | Increase (INR Lakhs) |
|---|---|---|---|
| C 200 | 59.4 | 60.3 | 0.9 |
| GLC 300 4MATIC | 76.8 | 78.3 | 1.5 |
| E 200 | 79.5 | 81.5 | 2.0 |
| GLE 300d 4MATIC AMG | 99.0 | 101.5 | 2.5 |
| EQS SUV 450 4MATIC | 128.0 | 131.0 | 3.0 |
| GLS 450 4MATIC | 133.9 | 137.0 | 3.1 |
| Maybach S 680 | 347.8 | 360.0 | 12.2 |
Effective from 1st September 2025:
An additional 1.5% price increase will apply across all models.
Minimizing Customer Impact
Mercedes-Benz Financial Services (MBFS) has introduced innovative financing schemes, such as reduced EMIs and partial ownership options (STAR AGILITY), to ensure minimal disruption to customers’ cash flow. For models like the GLA and GLC, the EMI difference will be less than INR 2,000.
Looking Ahead
Mercedes-Benz India remains committed to localization efforts and enhancing customer experiences. The company retailed a record 19,565 units in 2024, reinforcing its leadership in India’s luxury car market. For 2025, the focus remains on product innovation, network expansion, and BEV charging infrastructure.
FAQs: Mercedes-Benz India Price Revision (2025)
1. Why is Mercedes-Benz increasing prices in 2025?
Mercedes-Benz India is revising prices due to significant foreign exchange (forex) fluctuations, with the rupee depreciating ~10% against the Euro over the past four months. This has increased the cost of imported components and CBU models. While the company absorbed most of the impact initially, a minimal price correction is now being passed on to customers to sustain operations.
2. When will the new prices come into effect?
The price revision will happen in two phases:
- First increase: Effective from 1st June 2025 (e.g., C-Class up by ₹90,000, Maybach S 680 by ₹12.2 lakhs).
- Second increase: An additional 1.5% hike from 1st September 2025.
3. Will EMIs increase after the price revision?
No, Mercedes-Benz Financial Services (MBFS) has introduced flexible financing schemes (like reduced EMIs and partial ownership options) to minimize the impact. For models like the GLA and GLC, the EMI difference will be less than ₹2,000 per month.
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