Mercedes-Benz to Locally Build Maybach GLS in India, Price Drops by ₹40 Lakh

• Mercedes-Benz India will begin local manufacturing of the ultra-luxury Mercedes-Maybach GLS, making India the second country after the US to do so.
• Local production slashes the Maybach GLS price from ₹3.17 crore to ₹2.75 crore, a saving of over ₹40 lakh for Indian buyers.
• The decision was driven by strong demand, positioning India among the top five Mercedes-Maybach markets globally, according to Santosh Iyer, MD and CEO of Mercedes-Benz India.
• High-end luxury vehicles (above ₹1.5 crore) now constitute over 25% of Mercedes-Benz India's total sales, with top-end vehicle portfolio growing 11% in 2025.
• Mercedes-Benz will adopt a dual strategy: local production for quicker deliveries and CBU imports for extensive customization; also focusing on EV adoption and charging infrastructure.

Why It Matters: Mercedes-Benz localizes Maybach GLS production in India, significantly cutting prices and boosting luxury market presence.