Mercedes-Benz EQB and GLB 7-seater SUVs to launch on December 2

Mercedes is gearing up for a double debut in India this December with the launch of the GLB and EQB.

These luxury mid-size SUVs are the rarest of the seven-seat configurations.

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The Mercedes-Benz EQB will include a digital instrument cluster and infotainment system, two integrated 12.3-inch displays for ambient lighting and multi-zone climate control.

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The GLB includes a seven-inch MBUX display, seven-inch digital instrument cluster, power-adjustable front seats, software updates over-the-air.

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Mercedes will pair the EQB with a 66.5kWh battery pack with a two electric motor setup

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In the GLB, you get a 1.3-litre petrol engine, a 2-litre turbo-petrol engine and a 2-litre turbo-diesel engine with two tuning options (150PS).

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The all-electric variant could cost around Rs 65 lakh. (All prices are ex-showroom).

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The combustion-engined variant is expected to cost around Rs 55 lakh (ex-showroom).

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