Mercedes-Benz has started local assembly of this flagship SUV at its Chakan/Pune facility, making India the first market outside the United States to build the Maybach GLS locally. This move brings significant pricing advantages and better delivery timelines for luxury buyers.
📉 Big Price Reduction: More Accessible Ultra-Luxury
Thanks to local production, Mercedes-Benz India has cut the ex-showroom price of the Maybach GLS by around ₹42 lakh compared to when it was imported as a fully built unit (CBU):
- New locally manufactured Maybach GLS price: ₹ 2.75 crore (ex-showroom, India)
- Previous imported price: ~₹ 3.17 crore (ex-showroom)
- Celebration Edition: ₹ 4.10 crore (ex-showroom) — a more exclusive variant with even richer features and luxury touches.
This price reduction directly results from assembling the SUV in India, which cuts import duties and reduces overall production cost — without trimming any key features.
🇮🇳 Why This Matters for India
Mercedes-Benz chose India as its first market outside the US to locally assemble the Maybach GLS — a sign of how important the Indian luxury segment has become for the brand. Local assembly helps:
- Lower the price significantly
- Reduce delivery wait times
- Improve availability and customer responsiveness
- Keep equipment levels high without dilution
Even with the price drop, Mercedes confirms that no major features or content have been removed — it remains a full-spec Maybach GLS.
🛋️ Ultra-Luxury Interiors & Comfort
The Maybach GLS is designed to be the ultimate chauffeur-driven SUV, and its cabin shows why:
Interior Highlights
- Executive four-seat rear layout (in Celebration Edition)
- Individual rear seats with massage, ventilation & power adjustment
- Full-length centre console with refrigerated compartment
- Folding tables and rear tablet controls
- Burmester 3D surround sound system
- Multi-zone climate control & premium leather upholstery
The SUV interior is crafted to rival the comfort of a five-star hotel lounge, with noise isolation, rich leather, and extensive relaxation features.
🚀 Performance & Powertrain
The Mercedes-Maybach GLS keeps its powerful V8 engine and drivetrain even after localization:
- Engine: 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 petrol with 48V mild-hybrid
- Power: ~550 bhp (approximately)
- Torque: ~770 Nm
- Transmission: 9-speed 9G-TRONIC automatic
- Drive: All-wheel-drive (4MATIC) setup
- 0–100 km/h: ~4.9 seconds (for Celebration Edition)
- Top speed: Electronically limited to ~250 km/h
This potent combination delivers effortless cruising with strong acceleration — perfect for both highway cruising and urban driving.
📊 Expected On-Road Prices in India (Cities Like Pune)
Even though the ex-showroom pricing starts at ₹2.75 cr, the on-road price (which includes registration, insurance, etc.) in cities such as Pune typically falls around:
- Approx. ₹3.7 – ₹4.4 crore (on-road price depending on variant and city)
This places the Maybach GLS firmly in the ultra-luxury SUV bracket with rivals like the Range Rover and Bentley Bentayga.
🏁 Variant Lineup & Positioning
Here’s how the lineup usually shapes up:
| Variant | Ex-Showroom Price (₹) |
|---|---|
| Maybach GLS 600 (base, local) | ~₹2.75 cr 📉 |
| Maybach GLS Night Series | ~₹3.71 cr* |
| Maybach GLS Celebration Edition | ~₹4.10 cr ✨ |
*Pricing may vary slightly by city and model year.
The Celebration Edition especially focuses on premium rear-seat experience, entertainment and comfort upgrades, and bespoke luxury touches.
🚘 In Summary — Why the Maybach GLS Matters
The launch of the locally assembled Mercedes-Maybach GLS in India is a major milestone:
✔ Huge price drop makes it more accessible
✔ India becomes a key global market for Maybach SUV production
✔ No compromise on luxury or features
✔ Best-in-class rear-seat comfort and performance
✔ Evokes unmatched chauffeur-centric refinement
It’s not just about owning a luxury SUV — it’s about experiencing one of the most opulent vehicles in the world with better pricing and availability, right here in India.
