The GLC Electric is the most affordable Mercedes eSUV in India currently.
The GLC Electric comes loaded with tech, including a massive 39.1-inch MBUX Hyperscreen.
Mercedes-Benz has launched the all-new GLC Electric in India, expanding its luxury EV lineup with local assembly at its Chakan plant in Pune. Mercedes claims that the SUV has already gained 1000+ bookings in India and is sold out till March 2027.
Introduced in the 400 4Matic guise, the electric SUV combines an 800V charging architecture, a dual-motor all-wheel-drive powertrain, and high-end digital tech.
The Mercedes-Benz GLC Electric has been launched in India at ₹78.5 lakh (ex-showroom). Positioning itself as the entry point to Mercedes-Benz's electric SUV portfolio in the market, the GLC Electric currently has no direct luxury rivals. The Tesla Model Y, for instance, is more affordable, ranging from ₹50.89-61.99 lakh in India.
Retaining the curvy profile of the internal combustion engine (ICE) GLC, the GLC Electric features an extended 84 mm longer wheelbase. The front styling is defined by an upright illuminated grille featuring 942 lighting elements, an illuminated three-pointed star logo, and star-shaped LED daytime running lights (DRLs). Practical storage includes a 128-litre front trunk (frunk) and a 570-litre rear luggage compartment.
The interior layout is dominated by a 39.1-inch MBUX Hyperscreen spanning the dashboard, paired with open-pore wood trim and physical rotary steering wheel controls. For occupant comfort, the cabin includes powered front seats with heating and massage functions, an optional certified Vegan Package for interior materials, a fixed panoramic glass roof with switchable opacity, and 162 illuminated stars integrated into the ambient lighting system.
In terms of technology and safety, the SUV comes equipped with a Burmester 4D sound system, a head-up display, on-board satellite navigation, and an AI assistant supporting natural voice interactions. Driver assistance and safety hardware comprise a TERRAIN mode with a transparent-bonnet view function, Level 2+ ADAS suite, 9 airbags, Electronic Stability Control (ESC), and KEYLESS-GO proximity sensors.
The GLC Electric 400 4Matic is powered by a 94 kWh battery pack that delivers a claimed WLTP range of up to 715 km. Operating on an 800-volt electrical architecture, it supports DC fast charging up to 330 kW, enabling a 10 to 80 per cent charge in 22 minutes or adding up to 305 km of range in 10 minutes. Standard AC charging is rated at 11 kW, with an optional 22 kW AC charger available. The SUV also includes a four-level (D-, D, D+, D Auto) regenerative braking system capable of up to 300 kW energy recuperation, along with a one-pedal driving mode.
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Equipped with dual permanent magnet synchronous motors (one on each axle), the all-wheel-drive 400 4Matic produces a combined output of 489 bhp (360 kW) and 800 Nm of torque through a 2-speed transmission. The electric SUV accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.3 seconds and reaches a top speed of 210 km/h. It features a kerb weight of 2,535 kg and offers a towing capacity of up to 2.4 tonnes with a 100 kg drawbar load.
