Mercedes-Benz India. E-3, MIDC, Chakan. Tal: Khed. Pune-410501, India. Tel: +91 2135 673000 / 395000, Fax: +91 2135 67395320thOctober, 2020Mercedes-Benz deepens its India commitment; to commence the localization of AMG in IndiaAMG localization in India underlinesthe world-class production prowessof Mercedes-Benz IndiaAMG GLC 434MATIC Coupéwill be the first AMG product to roll-out of the assembly lines at Mercedes-BenzIndia’s production facility in Chakan, PuneHigh flexibility of the production facility with NGCs, Sedans, SUVs,and now AMGsto be manufactured in one facility Mercedes-Benz India currently produces 10 CKD models across segments in its state-of-art production facility in Chakan, PuneAMG performance vehicles introduced in 2010 in India, are currently imported as CBU (Completely Built Units) The current AMG portfolio in India comprises the 43, 53, 63,and GT series of high performance vehicles across different body shapes Pune:India’s largest luxury car maker Mercedes-Benz today further deepenedits commitment to the Indian customers,by commencingthe localization of a Mercedes-AMG model in India. AMG is Mercedes-Benz’s performance sub-brand having a wide portfolio of performance limousines, performance SUVs, SUV Coupés,and sports car in its wide portfolio in India. The AMG brand has a dedicated retail presence through the AMG Performance Centres located across Indian metros.The AMG performance brand has a leading market share in the performance market in India.PressInformationJanuary, 2012
Mercedes-Benz India. E-3, MIDC, Chakan. Tal: Khed. Pune-410501, India. Tel: +91 2135 673000 / 395000, Fax: +91 2135 673953The first Mercedes-AMG product to roll-out of the assembly line from Mercedes-Benz India will be the AMG GLC 434MATIC Coupé. The ‘made in India’ AMG GLC 434MATIC Coupéwill becomean exciting addition to the fascinating world of AMG Driving Performance in India. Commenting on thisstrategic announcement,Martin Schwenk, Managing Director & CEO, Mercedes-Benz Indiastated,“The AMG brand over the years has become synonymous with performance motoring in Indiaand remains highly aspirational. The decision to locally produce AMG in India underlines Mercedes-Benz’s clear roadmap for the Indian market and our long-term commitment to our Indian customers. We want AMGto be more accessible to the potential customers and play a bigger role in our overall portfoliowe offer in India.This decision is an important milestone towards strengthening our AMG ambitions in Indiafurther.” “The AMG GLC 434MATIC Coupé is an important model in our portfoliohaving the distinction of being one of the highest selling AMG modelsin India. We are proud to introduce this dynamic SUV Coupéfor our Indian customers now in its ‘made in India’ version.The addition of the stylish AMG GLC 43 Coupéwill further cement our strong position in the performance SUV segment. We are confident, the launch of the locally produced AMG GLC 43 4MATIC Coupéwill drive in value and aspiration for our customers and help the dynamic SUV Coupéretain its top preference among the discerning AMG customers.” elaborated Mr. Schwenk.Commenting on the localization decision of the AMG, Piyush Arora, Executive Director, Operations, Mercedes-Benz Indiastated, “Our production facility, is a global benchmark in quality and technological advancement in manufacturing, and remains the backbone of our growth story in India. We are highly excited to commence the local manufacturing of AMG in India as it will add a new production milestone in our India journey, further deepening our commitment to the Indian market. The decision to commence localization of the AMG GLC 43 4MATICCoupéfirmly reiterates our significant manufacturing prowess and innovation in manufacturing,developed over the
Mercedes-Benz India. E-3, MIDC, Chakan. Tal: Khed. Pune-410501, India. Tel: +91 2135 673000 / 395000, Fax: +91 2135 673953last two decades. We are glad to offer world-class products to our Indian customers with substantial local value addition, in the shortest possible time.”The AMG GLC 43 4MATIC Coupécombines new, expressive design features with improved performance. The latest version of the MBUX infotainment system, with AMG-specific functions and displays, introduces an innovative control concept that adds to the vehicle’s feasibility for everyday use. The practicality of the vehicle is further enhanced by the exceptional amount of space provided for passengers and luggage, and a comprehensive range of safety features.The vehicles exceptional agility and sporty driving dynamics ensures that Mercedes-AMG meets the brand promise of “Driving Performance”.Media Contact: Mercedes-Benz India Pvt. Ltd.:Shekhar Das Chowdhury | [email protected]|+91 98508 36477Vignesh Shankar | [email protected]| +91 77740 36269About Mercedes-Benz India Mercedes-Benz India, which celebrated its 25th anniversary in India in 2019, pioneered the luxury car market in the country. Set up in 2009, Mercedes-Benz India’s world-class production facility is spread over 100 acres in Chakan near Pune. Since June 2015, Mercedes-Benz India also commenced production from its new expanded production facility located in the same premises. Mercedes-Benz India is part of Mercedes-Benz’s Global Production Network and plays animportant role in the CKD/MVP production network in Brazil, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam. At these locations, Mercedes-Benz produces vehicles in various extension levels for domestic markets. The production facility carries an investment of more than INR 2,200 crores and has the largest installed production capacity for any luxury carmaker in India. Mercedes-Benz India also has the largest network spread amongst any luxury carmaker, with presence in 48 Indian cities with close to 100 outlets. Through the exclusive AMG Performance Centers located in six cities including New Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Bangalore, Kochi, and Pune, the AMG performance sub-brand of
