2026 New Mercedes-Benz S-Class Facelift Launched In India

Mercedes-Benz has launched the facelift version of the S-Class long-wheelbase version in India, with prices starting from Rs 2.20 crore (introductory, ex-showroom). Its bookings are now open, while deliveries will commence around Diwali this year.

Here’s what the updated luxury sedan brings to the table: –

2026 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Facelift – What’s New?

Exterior

• The facelifted S-Class features several visual enhancements, such as a larger grille with redesigned LED headlamps, which is claimed to offer 40% better illumination.
• For the very first time, the sedan also features an illuminated Mercedes-Benz bonnet emblem.
• Things remain largely unchanged on the sides, except for the new 18-inch alloy wheels.
• The other notable changes include minor revisions to the bumpers, a revised tail lamp setup with Mercedes star-inspired graphics for a distinct appeal.

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Interior

• The 2026 S-Class features a completely redesigned dashboard layout, following a more tech-focused approach.
• That said, it now boasts a “Superscreen” setup, which consists of a 14.4-inch central touchscreen infotainment, 12.3-inch passenger-side screen and a 12.3-inch digital driver’s display, running on Mercedes-Benz’ latest MB.OS software architecture.
• The centre console has also been redesigned to house dual wireless charging pads.
• Besides, extensive ambient lighting elements have been integrated throughout the cabin to further elevate the luxury experience, especially during nighttime driving.
• Mercedes has also replaced the previous 7-inch central controller tablet with two smartphone-like control units in the rear, allowing rear passengers to access and manage various comfort & entertainment functions.
• The German carmaker also claimed to improve cabin insulation to further reduce noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) levels in the cabin.

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Other Features

Aside from the above-mentioned features, the 2026 S-Class also comes with amenities like

• Dual-pane sunroof
• 13.6-inch rear entertainment screens
• Burmester 4D audio system
• Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Connected-car technology
• 4-zone climate control
• OTA updates support
• AI-powered assistant
• Augmented reality head-up display (AR-HUD)
• Rear-wheel steering for improved manoeuvrability
• Air suspension setup with the ‘E‑Active Body Control’
• 15 airbags
• Automatic parking assist
• Level-2 ADAS suite

Plug-in Hybrid on Duty

For the first time, Mercedes-Benz has offered the S-Class with a plug-in-hybrid powertrain in India, featuring a 3-litre, inline-six petrol engine paired with a 163PS rear-mounted electric motor and a 22kWh battery pack. It is claimed to generate a combined output of 449PS of max power and 680Nm of peak torque, with power being sent to the rear wheels via a 9-speed automatic transmission.

Aside from the new plug-in hybrid system, buyers also get the option of conventional powertrains with S450 petrol and S350d diesel variants, rated to make 404PS/500Nm and 330PS/650Nm.

Competition Check

The 2026 Mercedes-Benz S-Class locks horns with the BMW 7-Series.