Mercedes-Benz India has discontinued the EQA, EQB, and A-Class Limousine, reshaping its entry-level line-up entirely.
The new CLA EV, expected to be priced from around Rs. 55 lakh, will launch on April 24, 2026, as the brand's fresh entry point into the electric space.
The EQA, EQB, and A-Class Limousine Are No Longer on Sale
Mercedes-Benz India has delisted the EQA, EQB, and A-Class Limousine from its official website, confirming that all three models have been discontinued in the Indian market. It is a significant move, and one that has not come with a great deal of fanfare. For those who have been following the brand's recent trajectory, though, it is hardly a surprise.
Until now, Mercedes-Benz has offered the A-Class Limousine and the GLA SUV as its entry-level ICE models. On the electric front, customers could opt for the EQA, priced from Rs. 67.20 lakh ex-showroom, while the EQB served as a more practical, three-row alternative at a higher price point.
Together, these three cars formed the accessible end of a very aspirational ladder. Now, all three have been removed from the equation simultaneously.
What This Means for Buyers Looking at Entry-Level Mercedes Models
With the A-Class Limousine gone, the brand's entry-level ICE portfolio effectively rests on a single model. The GLA SUV now takes over as the most affordable Mercedes-Benz offering in India, currently priced at Rs. 51.80 lakh ex-showroom, and continues to be offered with both petrol and diesel powertrains.
For anyone who preferred the sleeker, saloon-style A-Class, the options within the brand's own stable have narrowed considerably.
The New CLA EV Steps In as the Entry Point for Electric Buyers
Going forward, the carmaker appears to be streamlining its lineup, with the new CLA set to become the brand's new entry point.
Scheduled for launch on April 24, the CLA will return to India as a pure electric model, offered in standard and long-range versions. The expected starting price is around Rs. 55 lakh ex-showroom. That price, if confirmed, would actually make it more attainable than the EQA it effectively replaces, a detail worth noting for anyone who had been on the fence about going electric.
A Strategic Shift Towards Premium and Electric Products
The broader picture here is one of deliberate portfolio restructuring. At the higher end, Mercedes-Benz will continue to focus on its premium EV lineup, including models like the EQS sedan, EQS SUV, and the electric G-Class, all positioned well above the Rs. 1 crore mark.
This restructuring suggests a clear strategic shift towards premiumisation and electrification, with fewer entry-level models and a stronger focus on higher-margin products. It is a direction that several luxury carmakers have been quietly pursuing for some time now, and Mercedes-Benz India appears to be committing to it firmly.
Whether the new CLA can carry the weight of being both the brand's most affordable and most progressive product remains to be seen, but April 24 is not too far away.