Mercedes-Benz has introduced the 2026 Mercedes-AMG E 53 in India, with prices starting at Rs. 1.45 crore (ex-showroom). Alongside the standard Performance Edition, the company has also launched the Racing Edition, priced at Rs. 1.48 crore (ex-showroom).
The performance-oriented luxury sedan, which made its global debut in 2024, brings several mechanical, styling and technology upgrades over the standard Mercedes-Benz E-Class.
Powering the AMG E 53 is a 3.0-litre turbocharged inline six-cylinder petrol engine paired with a plug-in hybrid system. The setup combines the internal combustion engine with an electric motor and a 21.2 kWh usable battery pack, producing a combined output of 585 HP and 750 Nm of torque.
Power is transmitted to all four wheels through a 9-speed automatic transmission and Mercedes-Benz’s 4Matic+ all-wheel-drive system.
Mercedes-Benz claims the AMG E 53 accelerates from 0-100 km/hr in 4.0 seconds and has an electronically limited top speed of 250 km/hr. The Racing Edition comes equipped with the AMG Driver’s Package as standard, increasing the top speed to 280 km/hr.
The plug-in hybrid battery supports DC fast charging, with a 10-80% charge taking around 20 minutes using a 60 kW charger. An 11 kW AC charger can fully recharge the battery in approximately 2.25 hours. Mercedes-Benz also claims an electric-only driving range of up to 100 km.
Compared to the regular E-Class, the AMG E 53 features several performance-focused upgrades. These include an electronically controlled rear limited-slip differential, AMG-tuned air suspension, rear-axle steering and an upgraded high-performance braking system.
The exterior receives several AMG-specific design revisions. At the front, the sedan features the signature Panamericana grille with vertical slats, a redesigned bumper with larger air intakes and wider front fenders to accommodate the broader track.
Other exterior highlights include AMG side skirts, flush-fitting door handles, 20-inch alloy wheels with red brake callipers, a boot-mounted spoiler, a rear diffuser and quad circular exhaust outlets.
Inside, the cabin gets AMG-specific detailing including a performance steering wheel, illuminated door sills and sports seats with heating function.
The dashboard houses a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a 14.4-inch central infotainment touchscreen supporting wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Unlike some international variants, the passenger-side display offered as part of Mercedes’ Superscreen setup is not available on the India-spec model.
Additional equipment includes a Burmester surround sound system, head-up display, wireless smartphone charging, fingerprint authentication, ambient lighting with logo projection, automatic climate control and rear sunblinds.
On the safety front, the sedan comes equipped with a 360-degree camera, tyre pressure monitoring system and a driver monitoring system.
