Friday, October 28, 2016

Mercedes-Benz Press Releases

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October 2016

  • Mercedes-Benz India teams up with Laureus Sport For Good to fund two sport-based programmes in India
  • Partnership aims to improve the lives of children and young people in disadvantaged communities using sport as a tool for positive social change
  • Mercedes-Benz India to also support various social initiatives under its ‘Mercedes for India’ philosophy, influencing education and environmental sustenance 
The GLA 220 d 4MATIC ‘Activity Edition’ is the 6th SUV variant and the 9th product launched by Mercedes-Benz India, in 2016 
  • The GLA 220 d ‘Activity Edition’ features as standard, the 4MATIC drivetrain for the first time in India
  • Since its debut, Mercedes-Benz has sold over 3500 units of GLA in India
  • The GLA 220 d 4MATIC ‘Activity Edition’ features an Off-road package as standard
  • GLA 220 d 4MATIC ‘Activity Edition’ is visually more appealing with black decals on the door, longitudinal chrome elements and 18 inch alloys
  • Energetic Performance: The GLA 220 d ‘Activity Edition’ features a 2143 inline 4 engine with an output of 125 kW and a torque of 350 Nm capable of sprinting from 0-100 in a mere 7.7 seconds
  • Cutting-edge technology: New 8” media display with Smartphone Integration package and Keyless GO Starting function
  • Comfort and Convenience features: EASY PACK Tailgate, Rain sensing wipers, stowage package and load compartment package with multiple storage facilities equipped along with a 12 V socket in the boot
  • The GLA 220 d 4MATIC ‘Activity Edition’ is priced at INR 38.51 lakhs (ex-showroom, Pune) 
Silver Star delivered 30 Mercedes-Benz cars on its inaugural day 
Silver Star is Mercedes-Benz’s new dealership in Hyderabad and the brand’s 5th outlet across Andhra Pradesh & Telangana
Silver Star boasts of the first ever Premium Customer Lounge and the first fully air conditioned active reception bay in India
Cumulative investment of over INR 37 crores | Total spread of 70,000 sq. ft. for both the outlets (showroom and workshop) | 90 professionally trained staff of Silver Star to ensure the renowned Mercedes-Benz brand experience and hassle free vehicle ownership experience
The luxury car dealership is strategically located in the posh Banjara Hills locality
Silver Star will house Café Mercedes; a section dedicated to complete range of new cars and Mercedes-Benz merchandise and accessories
The showroom has a 11 car display | The workshop has 27 productive and support bays that can service 6000 cars in a year | The entire showroom and workshop were constructed within a span of 18 months
Mercedes-Benz will launch 12 new models and 10 new outlets pursuing the ’Winning’ strategy in India, aiming at winning the hearts and minds of customers
This is Mercedes-Benz’s 87th outlet spread across 40 cities, making it the densest network in the country for any luxury car brand
• Safe Roads, a unique CSR initiative to create road safety awareness in India, is a joint initiative of Mercedes-Benz headquarters and corporate entities operating in India (Mercedes-Benz India, Daimler India Commercial Vehicles, Mercedes-Benz Research & Development India and Daimler Financial Services India)

• ‘Safe Roads’ is a road-show exhibition educating traffic safety through physical demonstrations, visual aids and research reports

• ‘Safe Roads’ initiative, flagged-off in New Delhi on 29th April, 2015. It is a unique CSR initiative meant to create awareness about the significance and importance of road safety
 

September 2016

Mercedes-Benz India now boasts of having the largest ‘Made in India’ portfolio in the luxury car segment | GLC production commences within 4 months of India debut 
  • Local production of the GLC will cater to the increasing demand of this best-selling SUV with even higher flexibility in production and considerable reduction in the waiting period
  • Localisation times with the onset of festive season to support increased demand of the GLC
  • Made in India GLC launched in GLC 220 d 4MATIC Style, GLC 220 d 4MATIC Sport and GLC 300 4MATIC Sport variants
  • Outstanding Performance: GLC 220 d - diesel engine produces 170 hp power and 400 Nm of peak torque | GLC 300 - petrol engine churns 245 hp power and 370 Nm of peak torque | Both engines are motorized by the 9G-TRONIC transmission
  • The GLC features permanent 4MATIC all-wheel drive and a DYNAMIC SELECT Controller with 5 driving modes: Comfort, Eco, Sport, Sport +, Individual
  • Intelligent lightweight construction: The GLC boasts of the lightest body-shell in its segment, it is 80 kg lighter than its global predecessor (GLK-Class)
  • GLC Production highlights: Implementation of very high quality checks, Frequency control measurement, X-Road dynamic testing and programming of cars, use of high end technology like EMS transfer, Latest generation PLC controllers and synchronized conveyor system
  • The GLC 220 d 4MATIC Style is priced at Rs. 47.90 lakhs, the GLC 220 d 4MATIC Sport at Rs.51.50 lakhs and the GLC 300 4MATIC Sport at Rs. 51.90 lakhs (all prices ex-showroom Delhi) 
  • DFSI completes 5 years of successful operations in India
  • DFSI made an initial investment of USD 50 million to set up its operations in India in July 2011
  • Till date, total live contracts financed by DFSI exceeds 28,000 auto loans over a period of 5 years
  • Daimler Financial Services current global portfolio volume is approximately 117 billion
  • DFSI provides financing solutions for every second Daimler Group vehicle sold in India (Passenger Car + Commercial Vehicle)
  • Daimler Financial Services provides a broad range of automotive financial services like Star Finance, Star Agility, Star Lease, Star Insurance, Corporate Star Lease and Structured Financing
  • DFSI comprehensive insurance covers approximately seven out of ten customers in the Mercedes-Benz car segment and every second customer in truck segment
  • DFSI has bundled finance offerings for commercial vehicles, which finance the entire package of truck ownership along with BharatBenz Insurance, extended warranty, AMC & body cost
Mercedes-Benz sets a new benchmark in customer orientation: Inaugurates India’s largest parts warehouse by a luxury car maker and South Asia’s
largest training academy
Mercedes-Benz Academy in Chakan becomes South Asia’s largest retail training centre for Mercedes-Benz  
  • The Parts Warehouse, the Mercedes-Benz Academy and the Vehicle Preparation Centre (VPC), are three key infrastructural additions in-line with Mercedes-Benz’s future growth plan
  • The Parts warehouse: Spread over 16,500 sq. mt. having a storing capacity of 44,000 parts will improve operational efficiency and enhance spare parts availability for end customers, resulting in higher customer satisfaction
  • Mercedes-Benz Academy: This is Mercedes-Benz’s biggest Integrated Retail Training Centre in the entire South Asia, housed in the current premises
  • ‘Mercedes-Benz Academy’ has a world-class infrastructure of training 225 people per day from across dealerships
  • With more than 15 class rooms and equal number of vehicles, this training centre will be a key strategic expansion for the brand in the Indian market
  • Vehicle Preparation Centre (VPC): This has been created to accomplish Mercedes-Benz’s vision to deliver ‘Zero Defect Customized Vehicles with high Customer Delight’
  • The new VPC has a capacity of stocking 5,700 units; spread over 5 floors and the terrace is also the largest of its kind for a luxury car manufacturer in India
  • The VPC which is located in the premise of the production facility was created in a record time of just 13 months.
  • An exclusive floor is reserved for CBU and invoiced cars for smooth supervision of such highly exclusive performance and specialty cars
  • There are 6 vehicle loading lines for 6 different car carriers | A unique inventory management software enhances monitoring the movement of vehicles and maintenance schedules Press Information 15th September, 2016
  • An automatic Unique Parking Number (UPN) based on model, color, combined with automated boom barriers ensures passage for authorized vehicles; drivers and a digital board displays parking occupancy status
  • Car Modification Centre: Carries out value added jobs like AMG styling, Decal Kits, Specialized car upholstery, Specialized paints, Fitment of Rear Seat Entertainment System, Illuminated Star, Diamond grille, Chrome plates, Alloy wheels fitment
  • The GLS 400 4MATIC is the 8th car to be launched this year by Mercedes-Benz India and is offered as a CBU | Local production to commence by end of the year
  • Mercedes-Benz further strengthens the SUV portfolio with the launch of GLS 400 4MATIC | The choice widens for customers as they can now choose between petrol and a diesel variant for the new GLS
  • Exceptional Performance: The GLS 400 4MATIC features a V6 petrol engine that delivers 245 kW (333 hp) and 480 Nm of torque available at as low as 1600 rpm
  • The 9-G TRONIC 9-Speed automatic transmission, ensures seamless delivery of power, enhances performance and enables higher fuel efficiency
  • The GLS 400 4MATIC will be available in two colours: Polar White and Obsidian Black
  • The GLS 400 4MATIC is equipped with the Harman Kardon® Logic 7® surround sound system, COMAND Online and Apple CarPlay™ as standard
  • The Mercedes-Benz GLS 400 4MATIC is priced at Rs. 82.90 lakhs (Ex-showroom, Delhi) 

August 2016

  • Emerald Motors is Mercedes-Benz’s new 3S dealership in Ahmedabad, and the 8th outlet across Gujarat
  • Emerald Motors also boasts of having an exclusive ‘S Lounge’, only the second such exclusive lounge in the entire country and the first one in Gujarat
  • Emerald Motors is first Mercedes-Benz dealership in the country to inaugurate an exclusive Pre-Owned car section as well on the same day
  • Emerald Motors’ 3S luxury dealership is located in the posh CG road area and is spread over an area of 34,600 sq ft. with superlative facilities like spares, sales and services all located under one roof
  • Cumulative investment of over INR 12.5 crores | 94 professionally trained staff at Emerald Motors to ensure the renowned Mercedes-Benz brand experience and hassle free vehicle ownership experience
  • The showroom boasts of a 11 car display that showcases a versatile range of Mercedes-Benz cars | The workshop has 18 bays for maintenance and repairs
  • The showroom and the workshop were created in a span of one year |The workshop can service over 450 cars in a month’s time
  • Ahmedabad is known as a business hub where demand for luxury cars have increased substantially over the last couple of years
  • Mercedes-Benz will launch 12 new models and 10 new outlets pursuing the ’Winning’ strategy in India, aiming at winning the hearts and minds of customers
  • Mercedes-Benz India’s second dealership in Ahmedabad and the 85th outlet across 40 cities, making it the densest network in the country for luxury cars 
The GLE 400 4MATIC is a fully-loaded SUV designed for avid petrol heads 
  • The GLE 400 4MATIC is the 7th car to be launched this year by Mercedes-Benz India and is offered as a CBU
  • The launch of the GLE 400 4MATIC further strengthens Mercedes-Benz’s petrol portfolio | Customers now have a choice between petrol and diesel variants for their favorite SUV
  • Path-breaking Performance: The GLE 400 4MATIC features a V6 petrol engine that churns out 245 kW (333 hp) and 480 Nm of torque available at as low as 1600 rpm
  • Motorized by the 7G-TRONIC PLUS transmission, this SUV ensures rapid gear shifts, in turn enhancing the driving performance
  • DYNAMIC SELECT: The five modes of Comfort, Sport, Slippery, Individual and Off-road enable enthusiasts to make the best of every ground
  • Cutting edge technology: The GLE 400 features the revolutionary Apple CarPlay™ as standard and a Harman Kardon® Logic 7® surround sound system that provides 360 degree acoustic experience in every seat
  • The Mercedes-Benz GLE 400 4MATIC is priced at Rs. 74.90 lakhs (Ex-showroom, New Delhi) 
 • One-of-its kind ‘Advanced Auto Body Repair’ course in India for young aspirants aimed at developing the much in demand Auto Body repair technicians in the country

• Mercedes-Benz has donated a C-Class to Don Bosco for practical training purpose for the course

• Mercedes-Benz will provide scholarship to 10 economically weak students for the course

• A Standard 10th qualified aspirant can apply also for this job-oriented course

• The trainers for this course have been trained at Mercedes-Benz India body shop

• Additionally, the trainers underwent 3 weeks of training each at M/s Cellete body shop equipment provider and at select Mercedes-Benz dealers

• Mercedes-Benz has invested a total of INR 26.5 million for setting up the Training Centre

July 2016

Commemorating 20 years of the SLK globally, the Mercedes-AMG SLC 43 launched in India within 4 months of international debut

• Mercedes-AMG SLC 43 is the first product being introduced with a new two-digit nomenclature – 43

• Mercedes-Benz unveiled the SLK (R 170) at the 66th Turin Motor Show and it heralded the beginning of a new era for open top motoring, as its roof design served as a model for many other open-top vehicles

• The SLK 55 with V8 naturally aspirated engine and cylinder shut-off system is now replaced by the SLC 43 with 3.0-litre V6 bi-turbo engine

• The sound of sportive power: 3.0 L V6 bi-turbo, 270 kW [367 hp] and a torque of 520 Nm | Mercedes-AMG SLC 43 accelerates from 0 - 100 km/h in a mere 4.7 seconds

• Smartphone integration package comprising Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto

• Motorized by the revolutionary 9G-TRONIC transmission ensures faster and smoother gear changes without compromising on fuel efficiency

• AMG sports suspension: Enables high cornering speed, agile handling and larger stabilizer elements

• AMG High Performance Brake System: Ensures excellent deceleration performance and precision brake control

• AMG speed-sensitive sports steering: With two steering modes (C & S), AMG ride control sport suspension and steering, sportier exhaust system, this is a power-packed roadster designed for performance enthusiasts

• AMG Sports Exhaust System: Exudes sporty character and reinforces the emotional sound experience. The acoustics can be tailored to suit personal taste in conjunction with the DYNAMIC SELECT driving modes via the integrated exhaust flap

• The Mercedes-AMG SLC 43 is priced at INR 77.50 lakhs (ex-showroom, Delhi)

 
A new benchmark in After-Sales standards

With a host of ‘India First’ initiatives, promises to make after-sales service, the new differentiator in luxury car segment


• ‘My Mercedes-My Service’ comprises of 3 pillars: Digital Service Drive, Premier Express Service and innovative service products which offers lowest ownership costs for customers in the luxury segment

• India is the only country outside USA to have the Digital Service Drive

• First in Indian automotive industry: Service updates through video call, easy Online Service Booking with real time availability of time slots at any dealership across network

• First in luxury car segment: Connectivity to the workshop through video call during pick-up and drop

• First in luxury segment in India: Motorsports’ pit-stop inspired ‘Premier Express Service’ with fastest service experience of Mercedes-Benz

• Segment First: Star Care: Only luxury car manufacturer to provide 3 years warranty as standard

• To introduce Star Ease package with coverage up to 10 years or 200,000 kms for new customers

• Service packages also available with unlimited mileage coverage; another first in automotive industry in India

• First in Indian luxury car segment: ‘Flexi service packages’ - customer can buy at any point till 4th year of ownership and for the available duration and mileage

• Largest service network for a luxury car maker: Mercedes-Benz has the largest service network comprising 52 outlets spread across 40 cities

• Record service in a year: In 2016 alone, Mercedes-Benz India After-Sales is expected to service an impressive 160,000 cars

• Every 54 seconds, 1 Mercedes-Benz Car is serviced across India

• Mercedes-Benz India had a total of 1600 training man hours alone in H1 2016, towards training its after-sales teams at dealership across India
 
  • Strong growth pan-India off-set the continued challenges in the Delhi NCR market; Delhi NCR dealer partners continued to be negatively impacted by the restriction on diesel vehicle registration above 2000 cc
  • Despite significant market challenges, a robust preference for the Three Pointed Star reiterates the brand’s strong market equity, resultant of a sustained customer centric approach
  • Strong consumer sentiment was aided by a comprehensive brand experience as well as a diverse product portfolio comprising of luxury sedans, New Generation Cars, SUVs and Dream Cars
  • 6,597 units sold in the January to June 2016 period, a flat year-on-year growth (January to June 2015: 6,659 units)
  • The E-Class remained the highest selling model for Mercedes-Benz across the model range, the GLE remained the highest selling SUV
  • Waitlist continues for the flagship S-Class and the exquisite Mercedes-Maybach S-Class luxury sedans, the newly launched SUVs (GLC, GLS) and the GLE 
  • In H2 2016, Mercedes-Benz will see some key growth initiatives
  • Nagpur, a key industrial hub in Maharashtra, gets a brand new Mercedes-Benz showroom
  • Auto Hangar has been associated with Mercedes-Benz India for over 19 years and has been a leading partner for the Three Pointed Star in the key West market
  • The Western region contributes 36% to the overall sales of Mercedes-Benz in India
  • This state-of-the-art showroom will cater to Nagpur and the entire Vidarbha region that covers 12 districts | The workshop is located hardly 500 metres from the showroom
  • Total spread of 28,170 sq. ft. for both the outlets | 38 professionally trained staff at Auto Hangar (Sales +Service) to ensure the renowned Mercedes-Benz brand experience and hassle free vehicle ownership experience
  • The showroom has a 9 car display and can showcase the entire Mercedes-Benz range | The showroom was created in a span of 10 months | The workshop has 11 bays for maintenance and repairs
  • With the inauguration of this facility at Nagpur, Mercedes-Benz increases its network presence to 84 outlets across 40 cities which is the densest network in the luxury car market 

June 2016

Mercedes-Benz extends its support for the German football team in the UEFA Euro 2016, delights Indian enthusiasts with the ‘Sport Edition’ of the A-Class, CLA and GLA

• Celebrating the spirit of the UEFA Euro Championship 2016, Mercedes-Benz has introduced the ‘Sport Edition’ of the A-Class, CLA and GLA for the young and young-at-heart football enthusiasts in India

• The ‘Sport Edition’ is limited to only 54 units of A-Class (complementing the 54 teams participating in the UEFA EURO 2016) and 108 units of GLA and CLA each

• With the AMG front and rear bumper, side skirts as well as the AMG carbon fibre mirror cover, the ’Sport Edition’ enhances the sportiness and dynamism of the cars

• A ‘Sport Edition’ badge, sport pedals and the black hub caps, makes the ‘Sport Edition’ a vibrant and sporty collection for automotive aficionados

• To further commemorate the spirit of football, Mercedes-Benz will be offering official German national football team merchandise along with the ‘Sport Edition’ to its select few customers

• The A 180 is priced at 25.95 lakhs, A 200 d is priced at 26.95 lakhs, The CLA 200 is priced at 33.24 lakhs, CLA 200 d is priced at 34.25 lakhs, the GLA 200 is priced at 34.23 lakhs, GLA 200 d is priced at 35.26 lakhs (all prices are Ex-showroom, Mumbai)

With the GLC, Mercedes-Benz now boasts of the largest SUV portfolio in the luxury car segment in India, with as many as six luxury SUVs

• Mercedes-Benz launches the GLC as ‘Edition 1’ CBU, in both diesel (GLC 220 d) and petrol (GLC 300) variants; strengthens its versatile SUV portfolio in India

• The GLC is a key product without a predecessor for Mercedes-Benz India | Fills the gap between the GLA and the GLE luxury SUV

• Spectacular Performance: GLC 220 d - diesel engine produces 170 hp power and 400 Nm of peak torque | GLC 300 - petrol engine churns 245 hp power and 370 Nm of peak torque | Both engine motorized by the 9G-TRONIC transmission

• The GLC features permanent 4MATIC all-wheel drive and a DYNAMIC SELECT Controller with 5 driving modes: Comfort, Eco, Sport, Sport +, Individual

• Off road package: GLC comes with a raised suspension of 20 mm. Offers three off-road driving modes: Off-road | Incline | Slippery | Downhill Speed Regulation (DSR) included as standard

• The GLC has the best-in-class coefficient drag figure of 0.31 and total aerodynamic drag of 0.794

• Intelligent lightweight construction: The GLC boasts of the lightest body-shell in its segment, is 80 Kgs lighter than its predecessor (GLK-Class)

• The GLC 220 d ‘Edition 1’ is priced at Rs. 50.70 lakh, and the GLC 300 ‘Edition 1’ at Rs. 50.90 lakh (both prices ex-showroom Pune)
 

May 2016

• The GLS is referred to as the ‘S-Class of SUVs’

• Mercedes-Benz simultaneously commences the local production of the GLS 350 d with its India launch

• India has emerged as one of the top 10 markets for the GLS, globally

• Superior Performance: 3-litre, V6 diesel engine producing 190 kW (258 hp) and 620 Nm of peak torque, motorized by the 9G-TRONIC transmission

• First class under all conditions: The GLS 350 d features outstanding comfort courtesy of the AIRMATIC suspension with enhanced ADS (adaptive dampening system plus)

• The GLS 350 d offers the best on-road and off-road total package, with the innovative DYNAMIC SELECT controller comprising 5 modes: Comfort, Sport, Slippery, Individual and Off-road

• Appealing ambience: New instrument panel design with semi-integrated media display, a modified centre console with touchpad, new appointment colours and trim options | Panoramic Sunroof

• Cutting edge technology: The GLS 350 d features the revolutionary Apple CarPlay™ as standard

• The GLS 350 d is priced at Rs. 80.38 lakhs ex-showroom Pune
 

April 2016

 • The de-growth in the Delhi/NCR market was compensated by a strong demand in other markets across the country

• Delhi NCR dealer partners negatively impacted by the restriction on diesel vehicle registration, and were unable to participate in the growth witnessed in the luxury car segment across markets

• An unwavering customer preference for the Three Pointed Star continues in the Indian market despite market challenges

• Mercedes-Benz scripted a historic sales for the 2015-16 Fiscal Year, selling 13,558 units between April 2015 and March 2016 (April 2014 to March 2015: 11,213; + 21%)

• Clocks the best ever quarter: 3,622 units sold in January to March 2016 period (January to March2015: 3,566 units; +1.6%)

• The best month ever: March 2016 sales was the highest ever recorded in a single month by Mercedes-Benz in its history

• The E-Class was the highest selling car model for Mercedes-Benz in the first quarter of 2016

• The only luxury brand to clock more than 13,500 units in both calendar and fiscal year

• Waitlist continues for the S-Class, Mercedes-Maybach and GLE across dealerships in India

• Spectacular growth buoyed by strong customer sentiment as well as a diverse product portfolio comprising the luxury sedans, the NGCs, the SUVs and the Dream Cars

March 2016

• Mercedes-Benz launches S 400; a refreshing new variant of the ‘Best Car in the World’

•  Mercedes-Benz also commences the local production of the S 400 in India

•  Superior Performance: 3-litre, V6 petrol engine that produces 333 hp and a massive 480 Nm of peak torque, motorized by the 7G-TRONIC PLUS transmission

•  World-class Burmester® 3D surround sound system with 24 high-performance speakers and a system output of 1520 watts

•  Unmatched comfort and safety: The S 400 features the advanced AIRMATIC suspension that ensures smooth ride quality | Equipped with several safety features like ESP, 8 airbags, PRE Safe, Brake Assist, Adaptive Brakes with HOLD function, ASR and Hill Start Assist, the S400 is as safe as it is luxurious

•  Alluring ambience: First class atmosphere giving a sense of opulence, created by 7 colour ambient light with 5 dimming levels | Energizing hot stone massage function | Panoramic Sunroof

•  The S 400 is priced at Rs. 1.31 crores ex-showroom Hyderabad
 
• Vijayawada is an emerging centre for economic prosperity and gets its first Mercedes-Benz 3S dealership

• Mercedes-Benz now has 23 outlets across 10 cities in the southern market

• Mercedes-Benz India witnessed a strong 32% growth in 2015, selling 13,502 cars

• The southern market grew by a notable 40% in 2015 and contributed 27% to the national sales in the year

• The state-of-the-art 3S dealership will cater to Vijayawada and the entire central Andhra Pradesh market including cities like Visakhapatnam, Rajahmundry, Guntur, Prakasham etc.

• Accommodating a 4 car display, Mahavir Motors Vijayawada can display the entire range of fascinating Mercedes-Benz cars

• Built with an investment of INR 5 crores, Mahavir Motors Vijayawada spreads over a lavish 20,000 sq. ft. of area

• With 4 dedicated service bays and a capacity of servicing approximately 90 cars a month, the workshop has been built at par with the brand’s global benchmark

• With the inauguration of Mahavir Motors Vijayawada, Mercedes-Benz now has the widest and the most intensive network reach for any luxury car maker in India; presenting luxury motoring in 40 cities with its 83 outlets
 
Mercedes-Benz India played a key role in the training and production process familiarization for the Brazilian workforce, in its production facility in Chakan, Pune. The training was conducted in September and November 2015

Iracemápolis/Pune–Mercedes-Benz has started production at its new passenger-car plant in Brazil, thereby extending its worldwide production network as part of the “Mercedes-Benz 2020” growth strategy. The new site at Iracemápolis in the Sao Paulo metropolitan area was officially opened by representatives of Daimler AG at a ceremony attended by guests from politics, industry and society. The first vehicle to roll off the production line was a black C-Class Saloon. 
• The C 250 d is equipped with the revolutionary 9G-TRONIC transmission; sets the benchmark in the segment

• The C 250 d features an all LED Intelligent Light System as standard

• Garmin® MAP PILOT fitted as standard, is displayed via a 7” multimedia screen in the C 250 d

• Segment benchmark: Ambient lighting, 17” 5-twin spoke alloy wheels, Active Parking Assist with PARKTRONIC

• Scintillating performance: 2143 cc diesel engine, 150 kW (204 hp) power, 500 Nm of torque, 0-100 kmph in 6.6 seconds

• The emissions levels of the C 250 d are well below the regulatory limits; 30% below the stipulated NOX limits and 60% below the stipulated particulate matter limit | The C 250 d boasts an outstanding fuel economy of 19.71 km/l

• Local production of the C 250 d will cater to the increasing demand of the C-Class and reduce the waiting period considerably

• The Mercedes-Benz C 250 d is priced at Rs. 44.36 lakhs (Ex-showroom Pune)
 
    • The Mercedes-Maybach S 600 Guard is the world’s first civilian vehicle to be certified with the highest ballistic protection level: VR 10

    • The Mercedes-Maybach S 600 Guard with VR 10 protection level was launched in India within 15 days of its international debut – the fastest ever introduction of a car from the global portfolio

    • Outstanding strength and stability thanks to the specific reinforcement of the base structure, that is integrated into the body shell at the production stage

    • Superior performance: V12 petrol engine, generating 390 kW (530 hp), 830 Nm of torque and the 7G-TRONIC automatic transmission, results in lower fuel consumption with impressive acceleration for a rapid escape from the danger zone when under threat

    • Mercedes-Benz India ‘Guard’ portfolio comprises the Mercedes-Maybach S 600 Guard and the S 600 Guard

    • The Mercedes-Maybach S 600 Guard offers additional leg room, enhancing the overall comfort quotient of the car

    • Mercedes-Maybach S 600 Guard is the most expensive car available in the Mercedes-Benz portfolio in India

    • The Mercedes-Maybach S 600 Guard is priced Rs.10.50 crores onwards (Ex-showroom Delhi)
     
    • Ex-showroom prices of the entire Mercedes-Benz model range set to increase by 3% to 5% starting from March 15, 2016

    • The introduction of ‘infrastructure cess’ and a luxury tax on the luxury cars announced in the Union Budget 2016 has altered the excise structure, leading to a price revision

    • Additionally, the weakening of the Indian currency combined with rising input costs have further exerted pressure on the prices, which compels this price correction

    • Smart financial solutions from Mercedes-Benz Financial Services to ensure an optimum cost of ownership experience

    • Best Finance and Service Programmes: Unmatched interest rate of 9.99% and a cost of ownership as low as Rs. 1.99/km for New Generation Cars customers 

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