Mercedes-Benz launched a special variant of the GLC-Class known as the GLC Celebration Edition, to mark the 70th anniversary of India’s Independence and also the successful run of the GLC in the Indian market. The Mercedes-Benz GLC Celebration Edition will be available in limited numbers. The model features sporty exterior and a more feature equipped interior over and above the standard model. With this launch, Mercedes-Benz India adds another paint option in the GLC series known as Designo Hyacinth Red.
Features on the Mercedes-Benz GLC Celebration Edition over the standard model include an LED Logo projector, exterior mirror housing in high gloss black, sports pedals, Garmin Map Pilot, high-sheen chromed trim and a rear trim strip in chrome. The GLC 220d Celebration Edition is priced at INR 50.86 lakh and the GLC300 Celebration Edition is priced at INR 51.25 lakh (ex-showroom, pan India).
Speaking on the occasion, Roland Folger, Managing Director & CEO, Mercedes-Benz India said that they are glad to launch the GLC Celebration Edition to commemorate India’s 70th Independence day and also celebrate the SUV’s overwhelming success in the Indian market since its debut, a year ago. The GLC underscores their philosophy of introducing world-class products from their global portfolio, for their discerning Indian customers. The sporty exterior and interior accessories offered in the Celebration Edition enhances the car’s striking appearance. They are positive that the Celebration Edition will delight the customers who desire to make the best of every ground. With the launch of GLC ‘Celebration Edition’, Mercedes-Benz celebrates its long-standing relationship with the Indian customers.
“Ever since its launch, the GLC has won several hearts and minds and remains a key product in our diversified portfolio. We have seen a growing penchant for luxury SUVs among the luxury car customers in India and the GLC is a vital addition to our product offering. GLC has cemented Mercedes-Benz’s strong presence in the luxury SUV segment in India and has emerged as the highest selling SUV in the portfolio. With the launch of the ‘Celebration Edition’, we are confident of remaining the first choice for customers, who desire a sporty and luxury SUV, with class leading performance and uncompromised safety features. We expect the GLC to remain our key volume driver and we are glad that our product strategy has been working well.” Folger further added.