Mercedes-AMG E53 PHEV India Launch Today: Expected Price, Powertrain, Features and More

Mercedes-AMG, the performance car division of the German automaker is gearing up to launch a new car in India today. Mercedes-AMG E53 PHEV is scheduled to launch in the country on July 23rd 2026. This model was globally revealed in 2024 and now all set to hit Indian shores. Globally the AMG E53 is offered in sedan and estate versions but our domestic market will most likely only get the sedan version.

The Mercedes-AMG E53 PHEV is a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle. Globally the AMG E52 PHEV gets a hybrid powertrain consisting of a 3.0L in-line 6-cylinder turbo-petrol engine and electric motor with a 28.6 kWh battery pack. Working in combination this powertrain generates a peak power output of 603bhp and 750Nm of torque. It can accelerate from 0 to 100 kmph in a claimed time of 3.9 seconds. In this car the electric motor is integrated into the 9-speed transmission. In this powertrain the electric motor can generate a peak torque of 480Nm which is available from the moment you press the throttle. This powertrain supports DC fast charging and offers a claimed electric only range of up to 100 km. In this powertrain the engine delivers a standalone power of 442bhp.

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The Mercedes-AMG E53 PHEV is based on the E-Class and it is expected to be introduced with the MBUX triple display consisting of a digital instrument cluster, touchscreen infotainment system and an options passenger’s display. It is expected to get AMG specific interior styling elements including - AMG sports seats, electrically adjustable front seats, Nappa leather wrapped steering wheel, drive modes, AMG Performance 4MATIC+ AWD system, four wheel steering, ESP, AMG brakes with single piston floating calipers and more.

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The Mercedes-AMG E53 PHEV is expected to be introduced in the Indian market with a starting ex-showroom price range of Rs 1.69 crore to Rs 1.79 crore. Following its launch the AMG E53 will rival the BMW M5 hybrid in India.