Mercedes-Benz drives in the most anticipated luxury SUV, the suave GLC makes its India debut

Chandigarh: The country’s largestluxury car maker Mercedes-Benzlaunched the much anticipated luxury SUV, thenew GLC ‘Edition 1’in New Delhi today. The GLC is introduced as a CBU and will be available in both petrol and diesel variants, the GLC 220 d and GLC 300 will give itsdiscerning customerbase in India a choice of engines.The GLC is Mercedes-Benz’s key product that never had a predecessor in India,positioning itself between the GLA and GLE luxury SUVs. The GLC is an illustration of excellent craftsmanship of high quality materials in combination with a classy and authentic design that attracts immediate attention. With the introduction of the GLC, Mercedes-Benz India continues its product offensive strategy and bolsters its versatile range of luxury SUVs. The luxury SUV was launched by Roland Folger, Managing Director and CEO, Mercedes-Benz India.

Roland Folger, Managing Director & CEO, Mercedes-Benz India said: “We are very excited to launch the GLC‘Edition 1’, as it is one of the much anticipated products in the luxury segment in India. The GLCunderscores our philosophy of introducing world-class products from our global portfoliofor our discerning Indian customers. We have seen a growing penchant for luxury SUVs amongst the luxury car customers in India and the addition of the GLC is going to redefine the segment completely. The GLC gives the customers a sporty, dynamic and a completely new generation SUV to opt for. We are confident that the GLC will cement Mercedes-Benz’s strong presence in the luxury SUV segment in India. The introduction of the GLC also fills the gap in our SUV portfolio, making Mercedes-Benz the luxury car manufacturer with the most extensive range of SUVs, ranging from the GLA to the iconic AMG G 63.”

Mr. Folger further added, “The GLC is a unique and versatile SUV that embodies modern luxury, mesmerizing design elements and offers ultimate driving pleasure. The GLC is a highlycapable SUV which has proven competencies on both on-road and off-road expeditions.Living up to the safety benchmark set by Mercedes-Benz;the GLC has achieved five stars, giving it the maximum score in the Euro NCAP rating.We are confident that the GLC will replicate its global success in India as well. With the GLC, we have a clear winner of a product and one that the customers have been waiting for.”