2026 Mercedes-Benz model line updates

2026 Model Year Launch Highlights

• Mercedes-Maybach SL 680 Monogram Series
• Mercedes-AMG E 53 HYBRID Wagon                                Arrives at U.S. dealerships in second half of 2025
• Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+ with EQ Technology                   Arrives at U.S. dealerships in second half of 2025
• Mercedes-Benz CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology        Arrives at U.S. dealerships in second half of 2025

What’s New Highlights by Model Line

CLA Coupe

Highlights for MY26

• New Sage Grey/Black MB-Tex upholstery available at no additional cost
• AMG Line Lite package enables customers to add 18-inch AMG wheels and rear spoiler for a more dynamic appearance – all at no additional cost
• Night Package exterior styling introduced as a standalone option

AMG CLA Updates

• AMG CLA 45 S “Final Edition” features exclusive equipment with numerous edition-specific details and outstanding performance
• New AMG Design Plus Package elevates the exterior of the AMG CLA with MANUFAKTUR Alpine Grey paint, AMG Night Package Plus, gloss black rear spoiler, 19-inch AMG wheels and red AMG brake calipers

CLA Sedan (all-new electric CLA with EQ Technology)

Highlights for MY26

• All-new CLA with EQ Technology is the most emotional, efficient, intuitive and intelligent Mercedes-Benz model to date
• First model of an entirely new vehicle family based on the new MMA architecture
• First vehicle to fully operate on the new Mercedes-Benz Operating System (MB.OS)
• New generation MBUX is the first in-car infotainment system to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) from both Microsoft and Google
• New MBUX Virtual Assistant transforms the relationship between vehicle and driver with generative AI
• Optional MBUX Superscreen powered by state-of-the-art, high performance chips and real-time graphics from the Unity Game Engine
• 800-volt electric architecture for fast charging
• New generation battery with high energy density and smaller carbon footprint
• Two-speed transmission combines dynamic performance with high efficiency for all driving situations
• First Mercedes-Benz vehicle to feature an air-to-air heat pump, contributing to outstanding efficiency

C-Class Sedan

Highlights for MY26

• 19-inch wheels now available at no additional cost
• New optional AMG Lite Plus Package enhances the C-Class with 19-inch AMG wheels, panorama roof and rear spoiler
• New Black Fine Structure center console expands interior personalization options
• MBUX Entertainment Plus introduced as part of Pinnacle Trim
• AMG Line Package now available with or without Night Package
• Surround View System now also available as a standalone option

AMG C-Class Updates

• New Digital Vehicle Key offered as standard equipment
• Introduction of new Black Fine Structure Center Console – available at no additional cost
• Pinnacle Trim now also includes MBUX Entertainment Plus

CLE Coupe

Highlights for MY26

• New optional Engineering Package featuring 2.5-degree rear-axle steering and suspension with adaptive damping system
• Optional Surround View System now also offered individually
• Available new Black Fine Structure center console, in addition to three other center console options

AMG CLE Coupe Updates

• Exclusive AMG CLE MANUFAKTUR Edition features unique design elements, stunning finishes and an expansive suite of equipment
• Center console featuring AMG branding introduced as standard
• New Black Fine Structure center console available at no additional cost

CLE Cabriolet

Highlights for MY26

• Introduction of new optional Adaptive Damping Suspension
• New Black Fine Structure Center Console for even more interior personalization options
• Surround View System now also available as a standalone option

AMG CLE Cabriolet Updates

• New AMG CLE MANUFAKTUR Edition introduced, featuring specially curated exteriors and interiors, as well as generous standard equipment
• Black Fine Structure center console introduced as standard

E-Class Sedan

Highlights for MY26

• Biometric Fingerprint Scanner for MBUX Profile Authentication introduced as standard equipment

AMG E-Class Updates

• Biometric Fingerprint Scanner for MBUX Profile Authentication introduced as standard equipment

E-Class Wagon

Highlights for MY26

• Biometric Fingerprint Scanner for MBUX Profile Authentication introduced as standard equipment

AMG E-Class Wagon Updates

• New AMG E 53 HYBRID Wagon combines exhilarating performance and all-electric efficiency with the versality of a wagon
  • Standard Feature Highlights:
    • AMG-enhanced 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder turbocharged engine and electric motor produce a combined system output up to 577 hp (604 hp with optional RACE START)
    • AMG Performance 4MATIC+ fully variable all-wheel drive
    • Active rear-axle steering
    • AMG RIDE CONTROL suspension with adaptive adjustable damping
  • Optional Equipment Highlights:
    • AMG DYNAMIC PLUS Package
    • MBUX Superscreen Package
    • 21-inch AMG Forged wheels
  • Exclusive “Edition 1” model features unique AMG graphics and exterior accents, 21-inch AMG Forged Cross-Spoke wheels, a specially curated interior with exclusive design elements and extensive equipment

EQE Sedan

Highlights for MY26

• Refined Mercedes-Benz EQE Sedan lineup for 2026 features new EQE 320+ and EQE 320 4MATIC (replaces EQE 350+ and EQE 350 4MATIC)
  • Output increased to 315 hp (+27 hp)
  • Enhanced performance with 0.5-second quicker acceleration from 0 to 60 mph
• Two new Sound Experiences – Fractal Fusion and Granular Fuzz
• Mercedes-Benz NACS DC fast charging adapter included standard ensures seamless access to the largest fast-charging network in North America
• Two new wheel choices:
  • 20-inch Multispoke wheels with Black accents – available at no additional cost
  • 21-inch AMG Multispoke wheels
• Optional MBUX Hyperscreen now available across all Mercedes-Benz EQE models

AMG EQE Updates

• New optional 21-in AMG Multispoke Turbine wheels finished in Grey

EQE SUV

Highlights for MY26

• Refined Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV lineup for 2026 features new EQE 320+ and EQE 320 4MATIC (replaces EQE 350+ and EQE 350 4MATIC)
  • 27-hp boost in output from 288 hp to 315 hp
  • Improved 0-60 mph acceleration (0.5-second quicker)
• Mercedes-Benz NACS DC fast charging adapter added as standard equipment ensures seamless access to the largest fast-charging network in North America
• Addition of two new Sound Experiences – Fractal Fusion and Granular Fuzz
• Optional AMG Line Exterior package elevated with wheel arches finished in body color
• Available optional MBUX Hyperscreen for EQE 320+ and EQE 320 4MATIC

AMG EQE SUV Updates

• Introduction of optional 21-inch AMG Multispoke Turbine wheels in Grey
• Exterior color palette now also includes MANUFAKTUR Patagonia Red Metallic

EQS Sedan

Highlights for MY26

• Two new Sound Experiences – Fractal Fusion and Granular Fuzz – included standard
• Mercedes-Benz NACS DC fast charging adapter added to suite of standard equipment

EQS SUV

Highlights for MY26

• Refined Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV lineup for 2026 includes the new EQS 400 4MATIC and EQS 550 4MATIC SUV (replaces EQS 450 4MATIC and EQS 580 4MATIC SUV)
• New standard equipment elevates comfort and safety for second-row passengers:
  • Heated rear seats
  • Wireless smartphone charger in second-row arm rest
  • Luxury headrests
  • Rear side airbags
• Mercedes-Benz NACS DC fast charging adapter included standard ensures seamless access to the largest fast-charging network in North America
• Addition of two new Sound Experiences – Fractal Fusion and Granular Fuzz

• Exterior color palette now also features MANUFAKTUR Patagonia Red Metallic

Maybach EQS SUV

Highlights for MY26

• Expanded personalization options:
  • New 22-inch Maybach Forged 7-Spoke wheels

• • MANUFAKTUR Patagonia Red Metallic paint
  • MANUFAKTUR Extended Leather Package now available for all upholsteries
• Two new Sound Experiences – Fractal Fusion and Granular Fuzz

G-Class

Highlights for MY26

• Introduction for MANUFAKTUR Custom order paints enables even greater individualization – not available on all G-Class models
• Two new available MANUFAKTUR Exclusive paints (G 580 with EQ Technology)– Brilliant Blue Magno and Cardinal Red Magno
• New optional Night Package Magno offers further personalization for vehicles with Magno paint
• Available Night Package now includes MANUFAKTUR Logo Package in Black
• Optional MANUFAKTUR Seat Belts in Red or Silver (G 550)

AMG G-Class Updates

• Expanded exterior personalization options, including:

• • New MANUFAKTUR Exclusive Cardinal Red Magno paint
  • AMG Night Package now enhanced with MANUFAKTUR Logo Package in Black
• • AMG Night Package Magno
  • AMG brake calipers now also available in Black
  • MANUFAKTUR Black Running Boards with AMG-specific exhaust pipes
• Optional MANUFAKTUR Seat Belts available in Red, Yellow or Silver

GLA SUV

Highlights for MY26

• New exterior and interior personalization options:
  • AMG Line Lite provides a sportier appearance at no additional cost with 19-inch AMG wheels and rear spoiler
  • Midnight Edition offers a sleeker look for the GLA with 20-inch AMG wheels, Night Package exterior accents and omission of model badge on the lift gate
  • Night Package exterior accents now available as a standalone option
  • Sun & Sound Package bundles popular equipment at a lower price – Panoramic Sliding Sunroof and Advanced Sound System
  • Sage Grey/Black MB-Tex upholstery introduced as a no-cost option

AMG GLA Updates

• New AMG Design Package Plus features even more dynamic exterior styling with MANUFAKTUR Alpine Grey paint, AMG Night Package Plus, spoiler lip in high-gloss black, aerodynamically optimized 19-inch AMG wheels and red AMG brake calipers

GLB SUV

Highlights for MY26

• Expanded choices for customer personalization, including:
  • Two new offerings available at no additional cost – AMG Line Lite and Sage Grey/Black MB-Tex upholstery
  • New Sun & Sound Package featuring Panoramic Sliding Sunroof and Advanced Sound System
  • Availability of Night Package exterior accents as a standalone option
  • Midnight Edition curated exterior package

AMG GLB Updates

• Introduction of AMG Design Package Plus

GLC SUV

Highlights for MY26

• 19-inch wheels now available at no additional cost
• Introduction of AMG Lite Plus Package to enhance the GLC SUV with 19- or 20-inch AMG wheels, Panorama Roof and rear spoiler
• Exclusive and Pinnacle Trims now include MBUX Entertainment Plus for online music and video streaming
• New Black Fine Structure center console available as no-cost option

AMG GLC Updates

• AMG emblem on center console door featured standard
• Available new Black Fine Structure center console for additional interior personalization
• MBUX Entertainment Plus available with optional Pinnacle Trim

GLC Coupe

Highlights for MY26

• Optional new Black Fine Structure center console available at no additional cost
• Addition of MBUX Entertainment Plus to Exclusive and Pinnacle Trim offerings

AMG GLC Coupe Updates

• Center console door adorned with AMG logo as standard
• Available new Black Fine Structure center console for additional interior personalization
• MBUX Entertainment Plus available with optional Pinnacle Trim

GLE SUV

Highlights for MY26

• AMG Line Exterior now standard on GLE 450 4MATIC
• New MANUFAKTUR Editions for GLE 350 4MATIC and GLE 450 4MATIC with specially curated exteriors, interiors and equipment
• Optional power rear-side window sunshades

AMG GLE Updates

• Introduction of MANUFAKTUR Edition for AMG GLE 53

GLE Coupe

Highlights for MY26

• The Mercedes-Benz GLE Coupe returns for MY26 with no equipment changes

AMG GLE Coupe Updates

• Introduction of MANUFAKTUR Edition for AMG GLE 53 Coupe

GLS SUV

Highlights for MY26

• New GLS 450 4MATIC MANUFAKTUR Editions featuring MANUFAKTUR Silicon Grey and MANUFAKTUR Moonlight White Magno paints

AMG GLS Updates

• The Mercedes-AMG GLS returns for MY26 with no equipment changes

Maybach GLS SUV

Highlights for MY26

• New Maybach Night Series Exterior Design Package featuring Night Series-exclusive exterior colors, design elements and wheels

S-Class Sedan

Highlights for MY26

• Introduction of MANUFAKTUR Exclusive paints and interiors with more than 40 new exterior finishes and 25 new Nappa leather upholstery choices in a wide array of colors
• New and updated optional packages:
  • Executive Rear Seat Package Plus available on Mercedes-Benz S-Class models for the first time
  • New Exclusive trim features a variety of comfort features
  • Pinnacle Trim now available on S 500 4MATIC
  • Introduction of Edition 580 Design Package for S 580 4MATIC featuring MANUFAKTUR paint, Exclusive Nappa leather and a generous suite of equipment
• New options:
  • New 19-inch wheel design
  • Omission of model badges for sleeker appearance (S 500 4MATIC and S 580 4MATIC)
  • AMG Carbon Fiber trim (S 580e 4MATIC and S 580 4MATIC)

AMG S-Class Updates

• Significantly expanded palette of exterior colors:
  • MANUFAKTUR Moonlight White Magno
  • New MANUFAKTUR Exclusive paints with more than 50 hues
• MANFAKTUR Exclusive Nappa leather upholsteries introduce 25 new choices for interior colors

Maybach S-Class

Highlights for MY26

• New Maybach S 680 Edition Emerald Isle showcases exclusive finishes and handcrafted details inspired by the California Central Coast, limited to 25 units exclusively for the U.S. market
• New MANUFAKTUR Exclusive paints and upholsteries feature more than 50 new exterior finishes and 25 new interior upholstery choices
• Option to omit model badging on trunk lid for sleeker, more discreet appearance

AMG GT

Highlights for MY26

• Expanded exterior color palette with two new available MANUFAKTUR hues and the introduction of more than 50 MANUFAKTUR Exclusive paints
• Two additional optional MANUFAKTUR upholsteries – Yacht Blue/Black and Rosé Grey Nappa leather
• Center console featuring AMG badge introduced as standard

AMG GT 4-Door Coupe

Highlights for MY26

• Four new available MANUFAKTUR exterior hues for AMG GT 63 and AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE:
  • MANUFAKTUR Green Hell Magno
  • MANUFAKTUR Copper Orange Magno
  • MANUFAKTUR Kalahari Gold Magno
  • MANUFAKTUR Côte d’Azur Light Blue Metallic

AMG SL

Highlights for MY26

• Revised center console with tactile soft top controls and console lid with AMG badge
• Three new optional MANUFAKTUR paints – Ireland Mid-Green Magno, Côte d’Azur Light Blue Metallic and Orange Flame Metallic
• Introduction of MANUFAKTUR Exclusive paints with more than 50 additional colors
• Expanded optional MANUFAKTUR upholstery choices with new MANUFAKTUR Classic Red/Black and Tobacco Brown/Black Nappa leather

Maybach SL

Highlights for MY26

• The new Mercedes-Maybach SL 680 Monogram Series is the first two-seater roadster in Maybach history and stands as the brand’s sportiest model to date
  • Standard Feature Highlights:
    • Choice of two curated design concepts:
      • “Red Ambiance” with MANUFAKTUR Garnet Red Metallic paint
      • “White Ambiance” with MANUFAKTUR Moonlight White Magno paint
    • Distinctive Maybach-specific design elements, details and finishes
    • Exclusive acoustic soft top with Maybach pattern
    • 21-inch Maybach 5-Hole Monoblock Forged wheels
    • MANUFAKTUR Crystal White Nappa leather with floral design and embossed Mercedes-Maybach emblems extends throughout the cabin
    • Generous standard equipment provides unmatched refinement with outstanding acoustic and ride comfort
  • Optional Highlights:

• • • More than 50 MANUFAKTUR Exclusive paints, including newly interpreted classic hues from the historic paint archives of Mercedes-Benz and Maybach
    • Mercedes-Maybach Monogram in Graphite Grey integrated into the Obsidian Black Metallic hood
    • 21-inch Maybach Multispoke Forged wheels

Model Year 2026 Pricing Overview

^{Above pricing excludes $1,150 destination and delivery charge}

*All specifications contained in this document are based on the latest product information available at the time of publication and are subject to change.

SOURCE: Mercedes-Benz USA