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Mercedes expands SUV line: luxury, electric, convertible

Entities: Graz · Mercedes-Benz · G63 · AMG · Magna Steyr

Overview

Mercedes‑Maybach unveiled the GLS 680 for the 2026‑27 model year. Its 4.0‑litre twin‑turbo V8 mild‑hybrid produces 450 kW (603 hp) and 850 Nm, assisted by a 48 V starter‑generator. Exterior changes include an illuminated Maybach grille, optional glowing star on the bonnet and 23‑inch forged wheels whose central star self‑levels. Inside, the cabin gains expanded Nappa leather, walnut‑grain or high‑gloss diamond‑pattern trim, a three‑screen MBUX Superscreen, calf‑massaging rear seats and a glass‑fronted refrigerated compartment for two champagne bottles, while the Burmester 3D Surround Sound system now offers 15 speakers and 710 W. Suspension combines AIRMATIC air springs with Intelligent Predictive Damping using cloud‑based road data; an optional E‑Active Body Control system can react up to 1,000 times per second. Orders opened in Europe in late July 2026; deliveries are already in China and a U.S. launch is planned later in the year with a starting price of about US$181,350. In the electric arena, Mercedes‑Benz confirmed the all‑electric GLC 400 4MATIC for Australia and New Zealand, featuring a dual‑motor 800 V system, a 94.4 kWh battery and a WLTP‑rated range of up to 630 km. GLC 250 and GLC 300 will serve Greece, and a locally assembled model is slated for Thailand in September 2026. Mercedes‑AMG detailed the upcoming four‑door G‑Class Cabriolet, scheduled for series production in the second half of 2027. Powered by the G 63‑spec 4.0‑litre twin‑turbo V8 (about 580–585 hp) with 4MATIC, it retains all four doors, a spare‑wheel mounted on the tailgate and an electrically folding fabric roof that folds into the rear cargo area, complemented by LED ambient lighting and a reinforced rear roll‑bar. Production will take place at Magna Steyr in Graz, Austria, with a projected price near €200 000 (US$200 000).

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Timeline

  1. 4 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 19 sources
    Mercedes‑AMG G63 G‑Class Cabriolet slated for 2027 launch

    Mercedes‑Benz unveiled an AMG‑tuned G‑Class Cabriolet with an electric folding roof, to be built at Magna Steyr and priced around €200 k, slated for a 2027 launch after a decade‑long gap.

  2. 6 days ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 14 sources
    Mercedes‑Benz reveals details of upcoming G‑Class Cabriolet

    Mercedes‑AMG confirms a four‑door G‑Class Cabriolet, to launch in late 2027 with a 4.0 L twin‑turbo V8 (≈580 hp) and an electric‑hydraulic soft‑top.

  3. 8 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 7 sources
    Mercedes-Benz GLC electric SUV gets pricing and launch dates in NZ, Australia, Greece and Thailand

    Mercedes‑Benz unveils pricing and launch dates for its electric GLC SUV in NZ (NZ$128.9k), Australia (AU$112.2k), Greece (from €65.9k) and Thailand (Sept 2026), highlighting 630 km range, 800 V architecture and

  4. 8 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 22 sources
    Mercedes-Maybach GLS unveiled with V8 mild‑hybrid and illuminated grille

    Mercedes‑Maybach’s new GLS 680 (2026‑27) introduces a 603‑hp V8 mild‑hybrid, illuminated grille, self‑leveling wheels, a three‑screen MBUX Superscreen, rear calf‑massage seats, and a predictive suspension that

  5. 11 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Mercedes unveils limited‑run G‑Class Mirage Edition and previews 2027 Maybach GLS680 SUV

    Mercedes launched a 35‑unit AMG G 63 Mirage Edition for the Middle East with a colour‑changing paint and standard 585 hp V8, while previewing the 2027 Maybach GLS680 SUV featuring brighter styling, a 603 hp V8,

  6. 17 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 6 sources
    Mercedes‑Maybach unveils 2026 S‑Class with new MB.OS platform

    Mercedes‑Maybach launches the 2026 S‑Class, featuring MB.OS, MBUX Superscreen, mild‑hybrid and V12 options, and a leather‑free interior, marking the brand’s 140th anniversary.

  7. 20 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    Mercedes-Maybach S-Class gets its most extensive facelift yet

    Mercedes‑Maybach’s S‑Class receives its biggest redesign ever, adding MB.OS AI‑driven infotainment, a unified Superscreen cockpit, leather‑free interior options and upgraded comfort and suspension systems.

  8. 23 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Mercedes-Benz unveils next‑generation Maybach S‑Class and plans electric Baby G SUV

    Mercedes launches a new Maybach S‑Class with AI‑driven MB.OS and plans the electric‑hybrid Baby G SUV, to be built in Hungary and arrive in 2027.

  9. 24 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 6 sources
    Mercedes-Maybach S-Class receives major facelift and luxury upgrades

    Mercedes‑Maybach’s S‑Class gets a major facelift: larger illuminated grille, leather‑free interior, MBUX Superscreen, new V8, V12 and hybrid powertrains, and expanded personalization, rolling out globally from

  10. about 2 months ago

    [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Mercedes-Benz launches AI‑enhanced S-Class sedan in Japan and India

    Mercedes‑Benz unveiled the 2026 S‑Class in Japan and India, featuring AI‑driven MB.OS, a full‑width MBUX Superscreen and a plug‑in hybrid S 450e priced up to ₹2.38 cr, with bookings now open.

  11. about 2 months ago

    [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Mercedes‑Benz launches new S‑Class in Japan

    Mercedes‑Benz Japan opened reservations on 11 June for the new S‑Class, starting with the S 450 d 4MATIC at ¥15.98 million; the S 580 4MATIC Long follows later. Over 50 % of parts are newly developed, featuring

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