Mercedes Teases A Flood Of New Models Coming Soon

- Mercedes is planning to introduce dozens of new models.
- S-Class Maybach arrives in March, AMG GT also due this year.
- 16 new models coming in 2026, while 14 are slated for 2027.
Mercedes held their capital markets day presentation yesterday and announced plans to stage seven world premieres in the next three months. Thatβs an impressive number, especially considering the company has already introduced the facelifted S-Class and GLC 53.
The automaker didnβt delve into many specifics, but confirmed the new Mercedes-Maybach S-Class debuts in March. The company added the AMG GT 4-Door arrives later this year, while the SUV variant follows in 2027. That year will also see the unveiling of the G-Class Cabriolet.
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While details are light, a slide suggested Mercedes will introduce 16 vehicles this year. Six of them will be fully electric, while the others will have internal combustion engines.
Many of these will be βTop-Endβ vehicles, which implies we can expect a number of new S-Class variants including the aforementioned Maybach. Some of the others are presumably AMG versions.
As for the Top-End EVs, spy photographers have snapped a facelifted EQS on multiple occasions. Itβs expected to feature starry lighting units, a new 800 volt electrical architecture, and an upgraded powertrain. The latter could combine an improved battery with more efficient motors.
2026 will also see the introduction of five Core ICE-powered vehicles and three EVs. One of the latter appears to be the new GLC EQ L for China, which was mentioned in one of the presentations.
On the Entry side of things, there will be a new ICE and EV model. It will join the CLA and GLB, suggesting this could be the redesigned GLA.
2027 will see the introduction of 14 models, three of which will be fully electric. A vast majority of these will become part of the brandβs Core family, while some of the Top-End models could be the facelifted SL.
Mercedes also mentioned a new long-wheelbase GLE for China, which will presumably be based on the facelifted crossover. However, itβs unclear when either model will arrive.
Financials
Fun stuff aside, Mercedes announced adjusted earnings before interest and taxes fell from β¬13.7 ($16.3) billion in 2024 to β¬8.2 ($9.7) billion last year. The company blamed the drop on challenges in China, tariffs, and foreign exchange headwinds. On the bright side, the company reduced research and development costs related to future architectures and technologies.
Investors probably wonβt like the news, nor will they be thrilled by the proposed dividend of β¬3.50 ($4.15) per share. Thatβs significantly less than last yearβs payout of β¬4.30 ($5.10).