In the autumn of 2025, a new electric era began at Mercedes, and many of the new Mercedes models presented this fall will soon reach dealerships. There are many new additions in the compact range, as well as in the electric and luxury segments.
Entry-Level Range
The new compact lineup debuted with the Mercedes CLA EQ, which we have already driven — see the review here. Recently, the mild-hybrid version of the Mercedes CLA was also unveiled and will arrive at dealers in January 2026. In March 2026, the new Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake will follow, also presented in October 2025.
On December 8, 2025, the world premiere of the Mercedes GLB will take place, with dealer deliveries starting in May 2026. Like the CLA, the Mercedes GLB will be available in both electric and mild-hybrid versions.
Finally, the fourth model in the compact range, the Mercedes GLA, will be introduced in its electric version at the end of 2026.
Also toward the end of 2026, the first AMG model of the new compact range will debut: the Mercedes-AMG CLA EQ, equipped with two high-performance motors.
Core Range
The key novelty in this segment is the Mercedes GLC EQ. Presented in September at the Munich Motor Show, the Mercedes GLC EQ will reach dealerships in May 2026. The first available version is the GLC 400 4Matic, featuring two motors with a combined output of 489 PS and a WLTP range of up to 713 km, provided by a 94 kWh net battery.
The range will expand both upward and downward with a version featuring a single rear-axle motor with 367 PS combined with an 85 kWh battery, and a top AMG version that could develop up to 952 PS.
In spring, Mercedes will introduce a facelift for the C-Class sedan with conventional and PHEV powertrains. In autumn, the new Mercedes C-Class EQ will debut, built on the dedicated MB.EA electric platform from the GLC EQ and equipped with 64, 85, and 94 kWh net batteries.
Top-End Range
In summer, Mercedes will update its luxury models. The Mercedes S-Class (W223) will receive numerous upgrades related to technology, design, infotainment, and driver-assistance systems. The V12 engine will remain available for Maybach models.
The luxury SUVs GLE (V167) and GLS (X167) will also receive a facelift. Additionally, the luxury electric sedan EQS will be updated, receiving new motors and batteries as well as 800V technology for faster charging.
As for AMG, Mercedes’ performance division will launch the new electric Mercedes-AMG GT 4-door, based on the AMG GT XX concept. However, Mercedes will not repeat Porsche’s mistake with the Macan and will keep the conventionally powered Mercedes-AMG GT 4-door Coupé in production, with both models sold in parallel.
Vans
In spring 2026, the new generation of the V-Class will debut on the VAN.EA platform, launched as the VLE EQ, featuring a large battery for a WLTP range of over 500 km and 800V technology for fast charging.
New Model Calendar for 2026
January 2026 – Mercedes CLA mild hybrid
March 2026 – Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
April 2026 – Mercedes C-Class facelift (ICE and PHEV)
Mercedes VLE EQ
May 2026 – Mercedes GLB EQ (world premiere December 8, 2025)
Mercedes GLC EQ
June 2026 – Mercedes GLE (V167) and GLS (X167) facelift
Mercedes S-Class (W223) facelift
September 2026 –Mercedes C-Class EQ
November 2026 – Mercedes-AMG GT 4-door EQ
Mercedes-AMG CLA EQ
December 2026 – Mercedes GLA EQ
All the deadlines are for the european market.
