The first ever BS VI compliant petrol & diesel engine car has been launched by Mercedes Benz. The new petrol engine will be making its way to the Mercedes Maybach S-Class 560, the new S-Class will be fitted with BS VI compliant diesel engine and it will be launched by the end of 2018. With the introduction of this technology, Mercedes Benz becomes the first auto brand to introduce the BS VI compliant vehicle in India.

The "Made in India, for India" models with the new BS VI compliant engines will lead to significant reduction in NOx levels by as much as 68%. The PM limits will also be greatly reduced by 82%. Nitin Gadkari stated that this new technology would be a game changer which will significantly reduce pollution levels. It will help to advance to better technologies in India which are currently being used in global markets. Gadkari has also urged Mercedes Benz to introduce Ethanol and Electric cars in the future. The Mercedes Benz upcoming S 350d and Mercedes Maybach S 560 have also received certificates as "Indian Crash Norm Compliant" vehicles from ARAI.

Roland Folger, Managing Director & CEO, Mercedes-Benz India stated, "We are glad to fulfil our commitment to the customers and to the Government’s vision of 'Make in India', by introducing the first ever 'Made in India, for India' BS VI compliant vehicles. Mercedes Benz vehicles are world class products and they comply with the most stringent emission standards, and the ARAI certified new BS VI vehicles reiterate this high benchmark. The introduction of BS VI vehicles for the Indian market is a significant milestone. We strongly believe that this will pave the way for other manufacturers to introduce their BS VI vehicles in India. This, we believe would also be beneficial for the end customer as they could use the latest technology available."