17 Jun, 2026
Mercedes-Benz India has launched the 2026 S-Class plug-in hybrid, the S 450e, in the country, turning its flagship luxury sedan into a more electrified product for premium buyers. The new S-Class PHEV is priced between Rs 2.20 crore and Rs 2.38 crore, ex-showroom, bookings are open, and deliveries are expected around Diwali 2026. With a claimed electric-only range of up to 115 km and a WLTP-rated efficiency figure of about 32.3 kmpl, the launch is important because it combines ultra-luxury with a serious plug-in hybrid powertrain.