Mercedes’ New Model Offensive in the US: A Calendar of Upcoming Launches

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Mercedes has announced the list of new models available on the US market. A total of 24 new or facelifted models will be available by the end of 2026, with another four arriving in spring 2027.In 2026, Mercedes launched the biggest model offensive in its history, with no fewer than 40 new or facelifted versions. Most of them have already made their debut, or are about to arrive, on the US market.

Already available at dealers

The new models already available at dealerships include the new CLA 220 mild hybrid, built on the MMA platform; the facelifted GLE in the GLE 350 4Matic, GLE 450 4Matic and AMG GLE 53 Hybrid versions, delivering 577 HP and 553 lb-ft of torque (PHEV); the facelifted GLS in the GLS 450 4Matic version; the facelifted S-Class in the S 580 4Matic and Maybach S 580 and S 680 versions; as well as the new AMG GLC 53 SUV, powered by a new inline-six engine producing 443 HP and 443 lb-ft of torque. It replaces both the AMG GLC 43 4Matic and AMG GLC 63 4Matic.

  • CLA 220 Hybrid – new generation
  • AMG GLC 53 SUV / Coupe – new engine
  • GLE 350 4MATIC – facelift
  • GLE 450 4MATIC SUV / Coupe – facelift
  • AMG GLE 53 HYBRID SUV / Coupe – facelift
  • GLS 450 4MATIC – facelift
  • S 580 4MATIC – facelift
  • Maybach S 580 – facelift
  • Maybach S 680 – facelift

Fall 2026

More new models will arrive shortly. These include the facelifted EQS, which now features a larger 122 kWh battery, 800V technology and DC fast-charging capability of up to 350 kW, available in the 450+, 500 4Matic (a new version) and 580 4Matic variants.

The facelifted GLE will also be available in the GLE 500 e 4Matic (PHEV) and GLE 580 4Matic versions, while the updated GLS will arrive in the GLS 580 4Matic version.

The facelifted Mercedes S-Class will be offered as the S 580e 4Matic (PHEV), while the AMG versions of the facelifted GLE and GLS will include the AMG GLE 63 S SUV/Coupe and AMG GLS 63, powered by the new V8 engine with a flat-plane crankshaft (AMG M177 Evo).

Another major new arrival is the all-electric GLC 400 4Matic, producing 483 HP and 590 lb-ft of torque, which we have already tested.

  • EQS 450+ – facelift
  • EQS 500 4MATIC – facelift
  • EQS 580 4MATIC – facelift
  • GLC 400 4MATIC Electric
  • GLE 500e 4MATIC – facelift
  • GLE 580 4MATIC – facelift
  • GLS 580 4MATIC – facelift
  • S 580e 4MATIC – facelift
  • AMG GLE 63 S SUV / Coupe – facelift
  • AMG GLS 63 – facelift

Late 2026

By the end of 2026, the new all-electric GLB will make its debut in two versions: the single-motor GLB 250+, with a rear-mounted electric motor paired with a two-speed transmission, and the dual-motor GLB 350 4Matic.

The new AMG GT 4-Door Coupe will also arrive in its mid-range AMG GT 55 version, alongside the facelifted Maybach GLS 680, powered by a mild-hybrid V8 biturbo engine producing 603 HP and 627 lb-ft of torque.

  • GLB 250+ Electric
  • GLB 350 4MATIC Electric
  • AMG GT 55 4-Door Coupe
  • Maybach GLS 680 – facelift

Spring 2027

In spring 2027, the new all-electric C-Class will make its debut, initially in the range-topping C 400 4Matic Electric version, producing 483 HP and 590 lb-ft of torque. It features a 94 kWh net battery and charging capability of up to 330 kW.

The mild-hybrid GLB 250 Hybrid will also join the new Mercedes GLB lineup, together with the other two versions of the AMG GT 4-Door Coupe.

The range-topping GT 63 will feature three axial-flux motors, just like the AMG GT 55, delivering 1,153 HP and 1,475 lb-ft of torque. The entry-level AMG GT 53 will be equipped with two permanent-magnet synchronous motors.

  • C 400 4MATIC Electric
  • GLB 250 4MATIC Hybrid
  • AMG GT 53 4-Door Coupe
  • AMG GT 63 4-Door Coupe

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