KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Mercedes India announces price hike on new cars
- A hike of 3% to be implemented
- To take effect from the New Year 2025
Mercedes India has announced a price hike of 3% across the portfolio, however, the hike won't be coming into effect just yet. As per the brand, there is still some time left until the price takes effect for new cars manufactured or in stock after the stipulated date. Let's look at the details a bit more closely and how you can still avoid this steep uptick, but before that, make sure you are a part of our 91Wheels Whatsapp Channel, specifically curated for all the avid petrolheads to never miss out on any automotive updates.
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Mercedes India Price Hike To Come Into Effect This New Year
Mercedes-Benz India has announced a price hike for its vehicles, effective from December 31, 2024. The price increase, attributed to rising material costs, inflationary pressures, and increased operational costs, will impact models like the GLC SUV and Mercedes-Maybach S 680 V12. The GLC SUV will see a price increase of around Rs 2 lakh, while the Mercedes-Maybach S 680 V12 will see a price hike of up to Rs 9 lakh. However, how uniform this price hike will be, and to what extent the prices will be affected across the range is still not clear.
However, you are still not required to pay the new price if you book your vehicle before December 31, 2024. Also the vehicles in stock by the year end will be eligible to continue with the same pricing. Mercedes-Benz India has stated that it has absorbed a significant portion of the increased costs and is passing on only a nominal amount to customers. The brand is the first to announce a price hike for the upcoming year, and it is anticipated that other luxury carmakers may follow suit.
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Mercedes-AMG C 63 S E Performance Launched At Rs 1.95 Crore
The Mercedes-AMG C 63 S E Performance has been launched in India, priced at Rs 1.95 crore. This performance sedan boasts a 2.0-liter, four-cylinder turbo-petrol engine paired with an electric motor and a 6.1kWh battery pack. This setup delivers a combined output of 670 hp and 1020 Nm of torque, propelling the car from 0-100 kmph in just 3.4 seconds and reaching an electronically limited top speed of 280 kmph.
Verdict
The announcement of rising costs in advance is a welcome move as it is the perfect approach for a more consumer centric approach. Those who want to expedite their purchase could very well save substantial amount by booking their vehicles before the set date. However, with the revelation of an upcoming price hike, expect other rival brands to follow suit.
