Mercedes-Benz To Locally Produce Maybach GLS In India; First Market Outside USA | V3Cars

Jan 14, 2026, 05:00 PM IST
By Nikil Jonathan
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Mercedes-Benz India have announced the start of local production of the Mercedes-Maybach GLS at their Pune manufacturing facility, marking a major milestone for the brand in the country. With this move, India becomes the first market outside the United States to locally manufacture the ultra-luxury SUV. This decision also places India among the top 5 global markets for Mercedes-Mayback, underlining the growing demand for luxury vehicles in the country.

Mercedes-Maybach GLS Local Production Begins

Mercedes-Mayback GLS To Be Made In India

Since its debut in 2021, the Mercedes-Maybach GLS was sold in India as a CBU (completely built unit). The shift to local assembly should improve availability and reduce the waiting periods for the luxury SUV.

The India-spec Mercedes-Maybach GLS is powered by a 4.0L V8 petrol engine paired with a 48V mild-hybrid system. It produces 557PS of power and 770Nm of torque, with an additional boost from the electric motor. Power is sent to all 4 wheels via a 9-speed automatic transmission, enabling the luxury SUV to sprint from 0-100kmph in under 5 seconds.

Key highlights include a first-class rear cabin layout with individual seats, executive console, massaging seats, a Burmester 3D surround sound system, e-Active body control suspension and signature Maybach 2-tone paint options.

Other Key Mercedes-Benz India Highlights

Apart from announcing the local production of the Maybach GLS, Mercedes-Benz India also shared their key highlights for the year 2025:

Mercedes-Benz India recorded 19,007 car sales in 2025, marking its best-ever year in revenue
Top-end Vehicles (Maybach, AMG, S-Class) grew by 11% year-on-year
AMG sales rose by 34%, led by models like the AMG G63
Battery electric vehicle (BEV) sales grew by 12%, now accounting for 20% of top-end Mercedes sales
Mercedes-Benz launched the Maybach GLS Celebration Edition priced at Rs. 4.10 crore
The brand plans to introduce 12 new products in India in 2026

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Nikil Jonathan

Nikil's a huge fan of classic cars, especially Italian beauties such as the Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint and the Iso Grifo. His love for cars and bikes originated when he first laid his eyes on a poster of the Ferrari F40 and the MV Agusta F4 when he was just a child. He also loves all things analogue, especially vintage cameras and turntables.

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