Markus Schaefer, Member of the Divisional Board Mercedes-Benz Cars, Production and Supply Chain Management elaborated, "With the start of production of the new long-wheelbase E-Class, we are continuously expanding our portfolio of ‘Made in India' products, offering our Indian customers numerous technical innovations of the most intelligent executive sedan.

"Building nine different model derivatives for local demand in top quality, Pune has become one of our most flexible plants and an absolutely integral part in the global and efficient production network of Mercedes-Benz Cars. This is a great success story made possible by the hard work and dedication of both the management and the workforce in Pune."

Folger further added, "The new long wheelbase E-Class is truly a ‘Masterpiece of Intelligence' with its various path breaking innovations. The new E-Class is delightful to drive and fulfills the desire for individuals seeking driving performance, while ensuring it presents the most luxurious rear cabin experience, comprising unparalleled luxury appointments, for those preferring to be chauffeur driven.

"What makes the new E-Class an even more intriguing value proposition for the customer, is the highly competitive service packages that start at just INR 64,700 and sets an industry benchmark for lowest cost of ownership in the segment. We are very confident that the new long wheelbase E-Class will continue the success story of the business sedan in India."

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