Mercedes-Benz is outlining model year 2026 updates across several vehicle lines, including new standard and optional technology, interior and exterior changes, and revisions to its EQ lineup. The automaker also released an early pricing overview for select 2026 models.

2026 Model Year Launch Highlights

• Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+ with EQ Technology: arrives at U.S. dealerships in the second half of 2025

• Mercedes-Benz CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology: arrives at U.S. dealerships in the second half of 2025

What’s New Highlights by Model Line

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

• All-new CLA with EQ Technology for MY26

• First model in a new vehicle family based on the MMA architecture

• First vehicle designed to operate on Mercedes-Benz Operating System (MB.OS)

• New generation MBUX system

  • New in-car system integrates AI from Microsoft and Google

  • New MBUX Virtual Assistant uses generative AI

  • Optional MBUX Superscreen

• 800-volt electric architecture

• New-generation battery

• Two-speed transmission

• First Mercedes-Benz vehicle to feature an air-to-air heat pump

C-Class Sedan

• 19-inch wheels available at no additional cost

• New optional package bundles:

  • 19-inch wheels

  • Panoramic roof

  • Rear spoiler

• New Black Fine Structure center console available at no additional cost

• MBUX Entertainment Plus introduced as part of Pinnacle Trim

• AMG Line Package available with or without Night Package (not included)

• Surround View System now available as a standalone option

• Digital Vehicle Key offered as standard equipment

E-Class Sedan

• Biometric fingerprint scanner for MBUX profile authentication now standard

E-Class Wagon

• Biometric fingerprint scanner for MBUX profile authentication now standard

EQE Sedan

• Lineup changes for MY26:

  • EQE 320+ and EQE 320 4MATIC replace EQE 350+ and EQE 350 4MATIC

• Output increased to 315 hp (+27 hp)

• 0–60 mph acceleration improved by 0.5 second

• Two new sound experiences:

  • Fractal Fusion

  • Granular Fuzz

• Mercedes-Benz NACS DC fast-charging adapter included as standard equipment

• Two new wheel choices:

  • 20-inch multispoke wheels with black accents (no additional cost)

  • 21-inch multispoke wheels

• Optional MBUX Hyperscreen available across all EQE models

EQE SUV

• Lineup changes for MY26:

  • EQE 320+ and EQE 320 4MATIC replace EQE 350+ and EQE 350 4MATIC

• Output increased to 315 hp (+27 hp)

• 0–60 mph acceleration improved

• Mercedes-Benz NACS DC fast-charging adapter included as standard equipment

• Two new sound experiences:

  • Fractal Fusion

  • Granular Fuzz

• Optional MBUX Hyperscreen available for EQE 320+ and EQE 320 4MATIC

EQS Sedan

• Two new sound experiences included as standard equipment:

  • Fractal Fusion

  • Granular Fuzz

• Mercedes-Benz NACS DC fast-charging adapter added as standard equipment

EQS SUV

• Lineup changes for MY26:

  • EQS 400 4MATIC and EQS 550 4MATIC replace EQS 450 4MATIC and EQS 580 4MATIC

• New second-row standard equipment:

  • Heated rear seats

  • Wireless smartphone charger in second-row armrest

  • Luxury headrests

  • Rear side airbags

• Mercedes-Benz NACS DC fast-charging adapter included as standard equipment

• Two new sound experiences:

  • Fractal Fusion

  • Granular Fuzz

• Exterior color palette adds MANUFAKTUR Patagonia Red Metallic

G-Class

• MANUFAKTUR Custom order paints available (not available on all G-Class models)

• Two new MANUFAKTUR Exclusive paints for G 580 with EQ Technology:

  • Brilliant Blue Magno

  • Cardinal Red Magno

• New optional Night Package Magno for vehicles with Magno paint

• Night Package now includes MANUFAKTUR Logo Package in Black

• Optional MANUFAKTUR seat belts:

  • Red or silver (G 550)

GLA SUV

• Additional exterior and interior personalization options:

  • Appearance package with 19-inch wheels and rear spoiler at no additional cost

  • Midnight Edition with 20-inch wheels, Night Package exterior accents, and omission of model badge on liftgate

  • Night Package exterior accents available as a standalone option

• Sun & Sound Package:

  • Panoramic sliding sunroof

  • Advanced Sound System

• Sage Grey/Black MB-Tex upholstery available as a no-cost option

GLB SUV

• Expanded personalization choices, including two no-cost offerings:

  • Appearance package

  • Sage Grey/Black MB-Tex upholstery

• Sun & Sound Package:

  • Panoramic sliding sunroof

  • Advanced Sound System

• Night Package exterior accents available as a standalone option

• Midnight Edition curated exterior package

GLC SUV

• 19-inch wheels available at no additional cost

• New optional package includes:

  • 19- or 20-inch wheels

  • Panorama Roof

  • 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 a no-cost option

GLE SUV

• Exterior styling package standard on GLE 450 4MATIC (package name omitted)

• New MANUFAKTUR Editions for:

  • GLE 350 4MATIC

  • GLE 450 4MATIC

• Optional power rear-side window sunshades

GLS SUV

• GLS 450 4MATIC MANUFAKTUR Editions:

  • MANUFAKTUR Silicon Grey paint

  • MANUFAKTUR Moonlight White Magno paint

S-Class Sedan

• Expanded MANUFAKTUR Exclusive paints and interiors:

  • More than 40 new exterior finishes

  • 25 new Nappa leather upholstery choices

• New and updated optional packages:

  • Executive Rear Seat Package Plus available on S-Class models for the first time

  • New “Exclusive” trim adds comfort features

  • Pinnacle Trim now available on S 500 4MATIC

  • Edition 580 Design Package for S 580 4MATIC includes MANUFAKTUR paint and Exclusive Nappa leather with additional equipment

• New options:

  • New 19-inch wheel design

  • Omission of model badges for S 500 4MATIC and S 580 4MATIC

Model Year 2026 Pricing Overview

*MSRP excludes $1,250 destination and delivery charge.