Mercedes-Benz India Clocks Best-Ever Q1 FY2026 with Over 4,000 Cars Sold

Mercedes-Benz India has announced that it sold 4,238 cars between April and June 2025, representing a 10.08% year-on-year growth compared to Q2 CY2024. However, despite a good recent quarter, the sales in the first half of 2025 are lower compared to the same period in 2024. For reference, the German carmaker sold a total of 9,013 units in CY2025, showing a decline of 2.69% from 9,262 units sold in CY2024. The sales between January and March 2025 stood at 4,775 units, a drop of 11.77% from 5412 units sold in CY2024. 

Mercedes-Benz India Sales Q1 FY2026: What's More?

The German automaker contributed its success to the increased demand for its Top-End Vehicle (TEV) and Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) models. The TEV portfolio recorded a 20% growth in Q1 FY2025–26, with strong demand for models like the Mercedes-Maybach Night Series, EQS SUV, S-Class, and the AMG G 63. Notably, the AMG GT 63 Pro's all units have been sold for the year.

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The Core segment saw a 10% rise in its sales. The GLC and GLE models made up 60% of Mercedes-Benz's total car sales this quarter.

Mercedes-Benz India's Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) segment witnessed a staggering 157% year-on-year increase in Q1 FY2025–26. This surge in demand has pushed BEV penetration to 8%. The demand was driven by cars like the EQS 450 SUV, EQS Maybach SUV, and G 580 with EQ Technology.

Other Highlights

Mercedes-Benz India recently rolled out a sportier AMG Line variant for its flagship GLS SUV. The GLS 450 AMG Line is priced at Rs 1.40 crore, and the GLS 450d AMG Line at Rs 1.43 crore (all ex-showroom). The variant boasts aggressive AMG-inspired styling, including redesigned bumpers, larger front air intakes, and body-coloured wheel arch moldings. 

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The interior highlights include AMG-branded floor mats, a unique steering wheel, and stainless steel pedals. Both petrol and diesel models are powered by a 3.0-litre inline-six engine, mated to a nine-speed automatic transmission and Mercedes-Benz's 4MATIC all-wheel-drive system.