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Mercedes-Benz Passenger Vehicles Sep-19 Sep-18 Monthly % YTD 2019 YTD 2018 Yearly % A-CLASS 2,303 _ _ 13,440 _ _ B-CLASS* 0 0 - 8 133 -94.0% CLA 623 2,377 -73.8% 8,292 17,148 -51.6% C-CLASS 4,073 4,682 -13.0% 38,174 42,252 -9.7% E-CLASS/CLS 3,523 4,072 -13.5% 29,904 32,013 -6.6% S-CLASS 778 684 13.7% 8,778 10,334 -15.1% SLC 75 125 -40.0% 1,542 1,506 2.4% SL 159 134 18.7% 1,333 1,569 -15.0% AMG GT 347 89 289.9% 2,868 1,207 137.6% GLA 1,678 2,436 -31.1% 15,131 17,235 -12.2% GLC 6,840 6,070 12.7% 52,621 50,585 4.0% GLE 4,862 3,807 27.7% 33,358 34,617 -3.6% GLS 1,798 1,554 15.7% 13,696 14,405 -4.9% G-CLASS 374 139 169.1% 5,067 2,380 112.9% TOTAL 27,433 26,169 4.8% 224,212 225,384 -0.5% Vans1 4,569 4,448 2.7% 28,845 28,023 2.9% MBUSA Combined Total Sep-19 Sep-18 Monthly % YTD 2019 YTD 2018 Yearly % GRAND TOTAL 32,002 30,617 4.5% 253,057 253,407 -0.1% *Model has been discontinued in the US market. 1 Mercedes-Benz, Freightliner Sprinter and Metris Vans are sold and marketed in the U.S. by Mercedes-Benz USA and Daimler Vans USA, respectively.
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Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today reported February sales of 21,660 Mercedes-Benz models. Mercedes-Benz Vans reported February sales with 2,729 units and smart reported 58 units, bringing MBUSA to a grand total of 24,447 vehicles for the month. On a year-to-date basis, Mercedes-Benz recorded sales of 44,167, adding 3,943 units for Vans and 141 vehicles for smart, MBUSA’s year-to-date sales volume totaled 48,251. "On the heels of a very challenging month, we are optimistic that our all-new volume models, the A-Class and GLE, will put us on track for a strong year," said Dietmar Exler, president and CEO of MBUSA. Mercedes-Benz volume leaders in February included the C-Class, GLC and E-Class model lines. The C-Class took the lead at 4,812, followed by GLC sales of 4,176. The E-Class rounded out the top three with 3,424 units sold. February sales of Mercedes-AMG high-performance models totaled 3,368 units (+36.4%) and 6,250 vehicles sold year-to-date (+27.0%). Separately, Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned (MBCPO) models recorded sales of 9,662 vehicles in February, a decrease of 0.9% when compared to the same month last year (9,750). On a year-to-date basis, MBCPO sold 19,805 vehicles, an increase of 3.2% from the previous year (19,187).
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The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is considered by many in Europe to be the class leader in vans and is beginning to garner a following here in the U.S. To keep this going, Mercedes unveiled the third-generation Sprinter at an event in Europe. Mercedes is touting the flexibility of the new Sprinter with more than 1,700 configurations on offer. The van offers three different drivetrain choices (front, rear, and all-wheel drive), six different body styles, varying length and height options, and engines ranging in power from 113 to 188 horsepower. Front-wheel drive models get a nine-speed automatic, while rear and all-wheel drive models make do with a seven-speed. Mercedes will also launch a fully electric model known as the eSprinter next year. Various configurations will be available that offer different range and payload. But that isn't the only item Mercedes is touting with the new Sprinter. Like the new A-Class, the Sprinter comes with Mercedes' all-new MBUX infotainment system. The system comes with some additional features that are part of the Mercedes Pro Connect services. These include inventory monitoring, vehicle tracking, and allow communication with the driver and fleet operator. Not much has changed in terms of the exterior aside from a larger grille and slightly smaller headlights. Buyers in Europe can place orders for the 2019 Sprinter right now, with deliveries expected to begin in June. U.S. buyers will have to wait till the end of the year before they can get their hands on the new Sprinter. We'll hopefully have specific details on the Sprinter for our market before then. Source: Mercedes-Benz Press Release is on Page 2 Sprinter world premiere in Duisburg Well-proven attributes, new dimension in connectivity and variety: Mercedes-Benz presents the third generation of the Sprinter Feb 6, 2018 – Stuttgart/Duisburg New Sprinter will be available by the end of 2018 in the US market New connectivity services make fleet management significantly easier Detailed improvements with a major effect on the cab as a workplace Legends are made by performance. Since its European market launch in 1995 (2001 for the USA), the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter has given its name to an entire vehicle class thanks to its outstanding qualities. Today the third generation of this best-selling van is celebrating its world premiere in the newly constructed Mercedes-Benz logistics center on the Mercator Island in Duisburg. It will be available in the Mercedes-Benz commercial vehicle centers and Van ProCenters in the US market by the end of the year. The new eSprinter will enter the market in 2019 (US availability TBA). It is part of the strategy of Mercedes-Benz Vans for electrification of the commercial van fleet. "The inland port in Duisburg stands for globality and modern logistics at the highest level. It is therefore the perfect environment in which to present the new Sprinter. The Sprinter continues to embody the traditional attributes that have made it so successful worldwide since its market launch – flexibility, robustness and economy. At the same time it impresses with unrivalled modernity, for example with its connectivity and variability. This makes it the first end-to-end system solution for commercial fleets, both for Mercedes-Benz Vans and for the entire industry," says Volker Mornhinweg, Head of Mercedes-Benz Vans. Constant control over the fleet with Mercedes PRO connect services The third-generation Sprinter impresses with its progressive design plus comfort and safety features at a passenger car level. At the same time it offers maximum cost-effectiveness thanks to lower total operating costs and customer-oriented features. Comprehensive internet connectivity is one of the most important new features. The new, networked services of Mercedes PRO connect combined with the likewise completely new multimedia systems provide the perfect basis for all logistical and transport requirements. This begins with the complex management of a large fleet and ends with the small company fleet. Mercedes PRO connect links the fleet manager with all the vehicles and drivers in the fleet. This enables assignments to be managed online, and vehicle information such as location, fuel level or maintenance intervals to be retrieved almost in real time. Several packages available ex- factory with central fleet, vehicle, driver and location-based services will be introduced on market launch of Mercedes PRO connect. Mercedes PRO connect professionalizes our customers in terms of effitient fleet management, improved navigation, efficient analysis of driving style, digitalized recording and remote vehicle operations. Even more variable and at home in all sectors The Sprinter is more versatile than ever, bringing the potential total to more than 1,700 different configurations worldwide (USA product program is TBA). This maximized modularity defines the core of the new Sprinter concept, reflecting both sector-specific requirements and different customer segments. The product range includes, for example, solutions for courier services on the last mile delivery, for goods transport over longer distances or for service technicians using their vehicle as a mobile replacement parts store. The new Sprinter can also be put to work as a camper van or bus, and can be used as an ambulance by rescue services. Mercedes-Benz Vans also raises the Sprinter segment to a new level where safety features are concerned. The assistance systems available for the new Sprinter include a self-cleaning rear-view camera in the rear-view mirror, a 360-degree view parking camera system, and a rain sensor with an integrated Wet Wiper system for optimum visibility even during the wiping process. View full article -
The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is considered by many in Europe to be the class leader in vans and is beginning to garner a following here in the U.S. To keep this going, Mercedes unveiled the third-generation Sprinter at an event in Europe. Mercedes is touting the flexibility of the new Sprinter with more than 1,700 configurations on offer. The van offers three different drivetrain choices (front, rear, and all-wheel drive), six different body styles, varying length and height options, and engines ranging in power from 113 to 188 horsepower. Front-wheel drive models get a nine-speed automatic, while rear and all-wheel drive models make do with a seven-speed. Mercedes will also launch a fully electric model known as the eSprinter next year. Various configurations will be available that offer different range and payload. But that isn't the only item Mercedes is touting with the new Sprinter. Like the new A-Class, the Sprinter comes with Mercedes' all-new MBUX infotainment system. The system comes with some additional features that are part of the Mercedes Pro Connect services. These include inventory monitoring, vehicle tracking, and allow communication with the driver and fleet operator. Not much has changed in terms of the exterior aside from a larger grille and slightly smaller headlights. Buyers in Europe can place orders for the 2019 Sprinter right now, with deliveries expected to begin in June. U.S. buyers will have to wait till the end of the year before they can get their hands on the new Sprinter. We'll hopefully have specific details on the Sprinter for our market before then. Source: Mercedes-Benz Press Release is on Page 2 Sprinter world premiere in Duisburg Well-proven attributes, new dimension in connectivity and variety: Mercedes-Benz presents the third generation of the Sprinter Feb 6, 2018 – Stuttgart/Duisburg New Sprinter will be available by the end of 2018 in the US market New connectivity services make fleet management significantly easier Detailed improvements with a major effect on the cab as a workplace Legends are made by performance. Since its European market launch in 1995 (2001 for the USA), the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter has given its name to an entire vehicle class thanks to its outstanding qualities. Today the third generation of this best-selling van is celebrating its world premiere in the newly constructed Mercedes-Benz logistics center on the Mercator Island in Duisburg. It will be available in the Mercedes-Benz commercial vehicle centers and Van ProCenters in the US market by the end of the year. The new eSprinter will enter the market in 2019 (US availability TBA). It is part of the strategy of Mercedes-Benz Vans for electrification of the commercial van fleet. "The inland port in Duisburg stands for globality and modern logistics at the highest level. It is therefore the perfect environment in which to present the new Sprinter. The Sprinter continues to embody the traditional attributes that have made it so successful worldwide since its market launch – flexibility, robustness and economy. At the same time it impresses with unrivalled modernity, for example with its connectivity and variability. This makes it the first end-to-end system solution for commercial fleets, both for Mercedes-Benz Vans and for the entire industry," says Volker Mornhinweg, Head of Mercedes-Benz Vans. Constant control over the fleet with Mercedes PRO connect services The third-generation Sprinter impresses with its progressive design plus comfort and safety features at a passenger car level. At the same time it offers maximum cost-effectiveness thanks to lower total operating costs and customer-oriented features. Comprehensive internet connectivity is one of the most important new features. The new, networked services of Mercedes PRO connect combined with the likewise completely new multimedia systems provide the perfect basis for all logistical and transport requirements. This begins with the complex management of a large fleet and ends with the small company fleet. Mercedes PRO connect links the fleet manager with all the vehicles and drivers in the fleet. This enables assignments to be managed online, and vehicle information such as location, fuel level or maintenance intervals to be retrieved almost in real time. Several packages available ex- factory with central fleet, vehicle, driver and location-based services will be introduced on market launch of Mercedes PRO connect. Mercedes PRO connect professionalizes our customers in terms of effitient fleet management, improved navigation, efficient analysis of driving style, digitalized recording and remote vehicle operations. Even more variable and at home in all sectors The Sprinter is more versatile than ever, bringing the potential total to more than 1,700 different configurations worldwide (USA product program is TBA). This maximized modularity defines the core of the new Sprinter concept, reflecting both sector-specific requirements and different customer segments. The product range includes, for example, solutions for courier services on the last mile delivery, for goods transport over longer distances or for service technicians using their vehicle as a mobile replacement parts store. The new Sprinter can also be put to work as a camper van or bus, and can be used as an ambulance by rescue services. Mercedes-Benz Vans also raises the Sprinter segment to a new level where safety features are concerned. The assistance systems available for the new Sprinter include a self-cleaning rear-view camera in the rear-view mirror, a 360-degree view parking camera system, and a rain sensor with an integrated Wet Wiper system for optimum visibility even during the wiping process. -
Automakers go to great lengths to avoid being hit with the 25 percent chicken tax when they import trucks or vans into the U.S. Mercedes-Benz takes the cake for the most absurd method. For the past decade, Mercedes-Benz would build Sprinter vans fully in Germany before disassembling them and shipping the pieces to South Carolina. Workers in a small assembly building would put the vans back together. This method allowed Mercedes-Benz to claim the vans as "locally made". "I really couldn't believe it. To build up and tear down, that's really something that hurts me, personally. And the costs!" said Volker Mornhinweg, worldwide head of Mercedes-Benz Vans. Mornhinweg first learned about this back in 2010 and like us, found himself wondering 'WHY?!' Thankfully, Mornhinweg began working on making this process not seem like Rube Goldberg machine which will fully culminate with a new assembly plant in South Carolina that will be tasked with building the next-generation Sprinter, most likely in 2018. Source: Automotive News (Subscription Required) View full article
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Mercedes-Benz's Absurd Way Of Avoiding the Chicken Tax
William Maley posted an article in Mercedes Benz
Automakers go to great lengths to avoid being hit with the 25 percent chicken tax when they import trucks or vans into the U.S. Mercedes-Benz takes the cake for the most absurd method. For the past decade, Mercedes-Benz would build Sprinter vans fully in Germany before disassembling them and shipping the pieces to South Carolina. Workers in a small assembly building would put the vans back together. This method allowed Mercedes-Benz to claim the vans as "locally made". "I really couldn't believe it. To build up and tear down, that's really something that hurts me, personally. And the costs!" said Volker Mornhinweg, worldwide head of Mercedes-Benz Vans. Mornhinweg first learned about this back in 2010 and like us, found himself wondering 'WHY?!' Thankfully, Mornhinweg began working on making this process not seem like Rube Goldberg machine which will fully culminate with a new assembly plant in South Carolina that will be tasked with building the next-generation Sprinter, most likely in 2018. Source: Automotive News (Subscription Required) -
Mercedes-Benz USA Closes Out Third Quarter With Record September Sales ATLANTA, Oct. 3, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today reported best-ever September sales of 29,500 vehicles, increasing 1.7% from the 29,020 vehicles sold during the same month last year. Mercedes-Benz Vans also reported best-ever September sales with 2,970 units, up 28.2% and smart reported 605 units, bringing MBUSA grand total to 33,075 vehicles for the month, up 3.1% from last year. On a year-to-date basis, Mercedes-Benz retails totaled 249,204. Adding year-to-date-sales of 25,156 for Vans and 4,044 for smart, MBUSA posted a grand total of 278,404 units in September, increasing 1.0% from the previous year. "Record third quarter results were fueled by several best-ever months," said Dietmar Exler, president and CEO of MBUSA. "We expect this momentum to carry us into the final quarter, with continued strong performance in SUVs and dream cars." Mercedes-Benz volume leaders in September included the C-Class, GLC and E-Class (including the CLS) model lines. The C-Class took the lead at 6,600, followed by the GLC at 4,873. The E-Class, rounded out the top three with 4,824 units sold. Mercedes-AMG high-performance models sold 1,511 units in September, with a total of 15,642 units sold year-to-date (up 53.1 %). Separately, Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned (MBCPO) models recorded sales of 9,598 vehicles in September, a decrease of -15.8% from last year (11,397). On a year-to-date basis, MBCPO sold 92,234 vehicles, an increase of 2.8%. MERCEDES-BENZ USA Sales -- September 2016 Mercedes-Benz Passenger Vehicles Sep-16 Sep-15 Monthly % YTD 2016 YTD 2015 Yearly % B-CLASS 51 147 -65.3% 468 1,687 -72.3% CLA 1,845 2,089 -11.7% 19,551 23,253 -15.9% C-CLASS 6,600 7,660 -13.8% 56,334 64,535 -12.7% E-CLASS/CLS 4,824 4,472 7.9% 37,576 39,941 -5.9% S-CLASS 1,440 1,956 -26.4% 13,414 16,048 -16.4% SLC/SLK 238 339 -29.8% 2,559 3,137 -18.4% SL 326 259 25.9% 2,846 3,132 -9.1% AMG GT 111 109 1.8% 959 892 7.5% *SLS AMG 0 0 - 0 27 - GLA 2,032 2,125 -4.4% 17,407 18,647 -6.6% GLC/GLK 4,873 2,056 137.0% 36,390 20,377 78.6% GLE/M-CLASS 4,127 5,151 -19.9% 37,481 36,447 2.8% GL/GLS 2,782 2,448 13.6% 21,244 19,329 9.9% G-CLASS 251 209 20.1% 2,975 2,438 22.0% TOTAL 29,500 29,020 1.7% 249,204 249,890 -0.3% Vans1 2,970 2,317 28.2% 25,156 20,274 24.1% smart 605 750 -19.3% 4,044 5,432 -25.6% MBUSA Combined Total Sep-16 Sep-15 Monthly % YTD 2016 YTD 2015 Yearly % GRAND TOTAL 33,075 32,087 3.1% 278,404 275,596 1.0% 1Mercedes-Benz, Freightliner Sprinter and Metris Vans are sold and marketed in the U.S. by Mercedes-Benz USA and Daimler Vans USA, respectively. *out of production
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Mercedes-Benz USA Records All-Time Best August With 28,404 Units Sold ATLANTA, Sept. 1,2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today reported record August sales of 28,404 vehicles, increasing 0.1% from the 28,373 vehicles sold during the same month last year. Mercedes-Benz Vans also reported best-ever August sales with 3,152 units, up 39.5% and smart reported 353 units, bringing MBUSA grand total to 31,909 vehicles for the month, up 2.1% from last year. On a year-to-date basis, Mercedes-Benz retails totaled 219,704. Adding year-to-date-sales of 22,186 for Vans and 3,439 for smart, MBUSA posted a grand total of 245,329 units in August, increasing 0.7% from the previous year. "We are on track for a strong finish to the third quarter, fueled by a best-ever result for August," said Dietmar Exler, president and CEO of MBUSA. "Demand remains high for our SUVs and dream cars such as the new SL and S-Class Cabriolet, and we expect to build upon this momentum in the coming months." Mercedes-Benz volume leaders in August included the C-Class, E-Class (including the CLS) and GLC model lines. The C-Class took the lead at 6,125, followed by the E-Class at 5,069. The GLC, rounded out the top three with 4,715 units sold. Mercedes-AMG high-performance models sold 1,621 units in August, up 17.5% from last year (1,380), with a total of 14,131 units sold year-to-date (up 69.1 %). Separately, Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned (MBCPO) models recorded sales of 11,773 vehicles in August, an increase of 20.1% from last year (9,804). On a year-to-date basis, MBCPO sold 82,636 vehicles, an increase of 5.5%. MERCEDES-BENZ USA Sales -- August 2016 Mercedes-Benz Passenger Vehicles Aug-16 Aug-15 Monthly % YTD 2016 YTD 2015 Yearly % B-CLASS 57 172 -66.9% 417 1,540 -72.9% CLA 1,811 2,622 -30.9% 17,706 21,164 -16.3% C-CLASS 6,125 7,154 -14.4% 49,734 56,875 -12.6% E-CLASS/CLS 5,069 4,284 18.3% 32,752 35,469 -7.7% S-CLASS 1,698 2,045 -17.0% 11,974 14,092 -15.0% SLC/SLK 346 394 -12.2% 2,321 2,798 -17.0% SL 443 342 29.5% 2,520 2,873 -12.3% AMG GT 112 87 - 847 783 - *SLS AMG 0 0 - 1 27 - GLA 1,058 2,169 -51.2% 15,375 16,522 -6.9% GLC/GLK 4,715 2,168 117.5% 31,517 18,321 72.0% GLE/M-CLASS 3,756 4,481 -16.2% 33,354 31,292 6.6% GLS/GL 2,912 2,188 33.1% 18,462 16,881 9.4% G-CLASS 302 267 13.1% 2,724 2,229 22.2% TOTAL 28,404 28,373 0.1% 219,704 220,866 -0.5% Vans1 3,152 2,260 39.5% 22,186 17,957 23.6% smart 353 617 -42.8% 3,439 4,682 -26.5% MBUSA Combined Total Aug-16 Aug-15 Monthly % YTD 2016 YTD 2015 Yearly % GRAND TOTAL 31,909 31,250 2.1% 245,329 243,505 0.7% 1Mercedes-Benz, Freightliner Sprinter and Metris Vans are sold and marketed in the U.S. by Mercedes-Benz USA and Daimler Vans USA, respectively. *out of production
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Mercedes-Benz USA July Sales Hit All-Time High Of 28,523 Units, Up 3.6% ATLANTA, Aug. 2, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today reported record July sales of 28,523 vehicles, increasing 3.6% from the 27,526 vehicles sold during the same month last year. Mercedes-Benz Vans also reported best-ever July sales with 3,272 units, and smart reported 493 units, up 11.8%, bringing MBUSA grand total to 32,288 vehicles for the month, up 7.2% from last year. "We are continuing to see strong momentum build into the third quarter, fueled by the recent launch of three of our dream cars," said Dietmar Exler, president and CEO of MBUSA. "The S-Class Cabriolet, SL and SLC Roadsters, teamed with strong momentum for the all-new E-Class helped us set a new record for July." Mercedes-Benz volume leaders in July included the C-Class, E-Class (including the CLS) and GLE model lines. The C-Class took the lead at 6,304, followed by the E-Class at 5,225. The GLE, rounded out the top three with 4,412 units sold. Mercedes-AMG high-performance models sold 1,565 units in July, up 68.1% from last year (931), with a total of 12,510 units sold year-to-date (up 79.3%). Separately, Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned (MBCPO) models recorded sales of 10,517 vehicles in July, an increase of 8.8% from last year (9,669). On a year-to-date basis, MBCPO sold 70,863 vehicles, an increase of 3.4%. MERCEDES-BENZ USA Sales -- July 2016 Mercedes-Benz Passenger Vehicles Jul-16 Jul-15 Monthly % YTD 2016 YTD 2015 Yearly % B-CLASS 50 196 -74.5% 360 1,368 -73.7% CLA 2,284 2,439 -6.4% 15,895 18,542 -14.3% C-CLASS 6,304 6,384 -1.3% 43,609 49,721 -12.3% E-CLASS/CLS 5,225 6,131 -14.8% 27,683 31,184 -11.2% S-CLASS 1,783 1,415 26.0% 10,276 12,047 -14.7% SLC/SLK 238 324 -26.5% 1,975 2,404 -17.8% SL 279 330 -15.5% 2,077 2,531 -17.9% AMG GT 57 89 - 735 696 - *SLS AMG - 0 - 1 27 - GLA 1,502 2,040 -26.4% 14,317 14,353 -0.3% GLC/GLK 3,411 2,318 47.2% 26,802 16,153 65.9% GLE/M-CLASS 4,412 3,851 14.6% 29,598 26,811 10.4% GLS/GL 2,670 1,755 52.1% 15,550 14,693 5.8% G-CLASS 308 254 21.3% 2,422 1,962 23.4% TOTAL 28,523 27,526 3.6% 191,300 192,492 -0.6% Vans1 3,272 2,163 51.3% 19,034 15,697 21.3% smart 493 441 11.8% 3,086 4,065 -24.1% MBUSA Combined Total Jul-16 Jul-15 Monthly % YTD 2016 YTD 2015 Yearly % GRAND TOTAL 32,288 30,130 7.2% 213,420 212,254 0.5% 1Mercedes-Benz, Freightliner Sprinter and Metris Vans are sold and marketed in the U.S. by Mercedes-Benz USA and Daimler Vans USA, respectively. *out of production
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Mercedes-Benz USA Reports Best-Ever June Sales Of 28,473, Up 1.5% ATLANTA, July 1, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today reported June sales of 28,473 vehicles, which closes out the second-quarter at 162,777 year-to-date. Mercedes-Benz Vans also reported best-ever June sales with 3,085 units, and smart reported 407 units, bringing MBUSA grand total to 31,965 vehicles for the month, up 2.3% from last year. "A major highpoint for June was the launch of the new E-Class," said Dietmar Exler, president and CEO of MBUSA. "This, along with the launch of several dream cars, will position us for a strong third quarter." Mercedes-Benz volume leaders in June included the C-Class, GLE and E-Class (including the CLS) model lines. The C-Class took the lead at 6,867, followed by the GLE at 4,515. The new E-Class, which went on sale the last week of June, rounded out the top three with 4,292 units sold. Mercedes-AMG high-performance models sold 1,597 units in June, up 56.4% from last year (1,021), with a total of 10,945 units sold year-to-date (up 81%). Separately, Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned (MBCPO) models recorded sales of 9,646 vehicles in June, an increase of 10.9% from last year (8,700). On a year-to-date basis, MBCPO sold 60,346 vehicles, an increase of 2.5%. MERCEDES-BENZ USA Sales -- June 2016 Mercedes-Benz Passenger Vehicles Jun-16 Jun-15 Monthly % YTD 2016 YTD 2015 Yearly % B-CLASS 44 242 -81.8% 310 1,172 -73.5% CLA 2,296 2,391 -4.0% 13,611 16,103 -15.5% C-CLASS 6,867 8,316 -17.4% 37,305 43,337 -13.9% E-CLASS/CLS 4,292 4,055 5.8% 22,458 25,053 -10.4% S-CLASS 1,487 1,593 -6.7% 8,493 10,632 -20.1% SLK 168 421 -60.1% 1,737 2,080 -16.5% SL 191 303 -37.0% 1,798 2,201 -18.3% AMG GT 79 106 - 678 607 - *SLS AMG - 4 - 1 27 - GLA 1,750 2,177 -19.6% 12,815 12,313 4.1% GLC/GLK 3,771 2,549 47.9% 23,391 13,835 69.1% GLE/M-CLASS 4,515 3,541 27.5% 25,186 22,960 9.7% GLS/GL 2,651 2,086 27.1% 12,880 12,938 -0.4% G-CLASS 362 260 39.2% 2,114 1,708 23.8% TOTAL 28,473 28,044 1.5% 162,777 164,966 -1.3% Vans1 3,085 2,442 26.3% 15,762 13,534 16.5% smart 407 774 -47.4% 2,593 3,624 -28.4% MBUSA Combined Total Jun-16 Jun-15 Monthly % YTD 2016 YTD 2015 Yearly % GRAND TOTAL 31,965 31,260 2.3% 181,132 182,124 -0.5% 1Mercedes-Benz, Freightliner Sprinter and Metris Vans are sold and marketed in the U.S. by Mercedes-Benz USA and Daimler Vans USA, respectively. *out of production
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Mercedes-Benz USA Reports May Sales of 32,567 ATLANTA, June 1, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today reported May sales of 29,299 vehicles, down 1.0% for the month. Mercedes-Benz Vans reported 2,848 units, and smart reported 420 units for the month, bringing MBUSA grand total to 32,567 vehicles for the month and 149,167 sold year-to-date. "Sales continue at a steady pace in the second-quarter," said Dietmar Exler, president and CEO of MBUSA. "Excitement is building as we look toward the coming months with the launch of three new dream cars, including the S-Class Cabriolet, SL and SLC Roadsters and the all-new E-Class Sedan." Mercedes-Benz volume leaders in May included the C-Class, GLC and GLE model lines. The C-Class took the lead at 6,954, followed by the GLC at 4,183. The GLE rounded out the top three with 4,003 units sold. Mercedes-AMG high-performance models sold 1,616 units in May, up 34.6% from last year (1,201). Separately, Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned (MBCPO) models recorded sales of 11,327. On a year-to-date basis, MBCPO sold 50,626 vehicles, an increase of 1.0%. MERCEDES-BENZ USA Sales -- May 2016 Mercedes-Benz Passenger Vehicles May-16 May-15 Monthly % YTD 2016 YTD 2015 Yearly % B-CLASS 49 278 -82.4% 266 930 -71.4% CLA 2,310 2,816 -18.0% 11,315 13,712 -17.5% C-CLASS 6,954 7,413 -6.2% 30,438 35,021 -13.1% E-CLASS/CLS 3,699 4,464 -17.1% 18,166 20,998 -13.5% S-CLASS 1,510 1,922 -21.4% 7,006 9,039 -22.5% SLK 254 411 -38.2% 1,569 1,659 -5.4% SL 408 420 -2.9% 1,607 1,898 -15.3% AMG GT 99 296 - 599 501 - *SLS AMG - 3 - 1 23 - GLA 2,085 2,386 -12.6% 11,065 10,136 9.2% GLC/GLK 4,183 2,558 63.5% 19,620 11,286 73.8% GLE/M-CLASS 4,003 3,991 0.3% 20,671 19,419 6.4% GL/GLS 3,358 2,322 44.6% 10,229 10,852 -5.7% G-CLASS 387 302 28.1% 1,752 1,448 21.0% TOTAL 29,299 29,582 -1.0% 134,304 136,922 -1.9% Vans1 2,848 2,769 2.9% 12,677 11,092 14.3% smart 420 837 -49.8% 2,186 2,850 -23.3% MBUSA Combined Total May-16 May-15 Monthly % YTD 2016 YTD 2015 Yearly % GRAND TOTAL 32,567 33,188 -1.9% 149,167 150,864 -1.1% 1Mercedes-Benz, Freightliner Sprinter and Metris Vans are sold and marketed in the U.S. by Mercedes-Benz USA and Daimler Vans USA, respectively. *out of production
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Mercedes-Benz USA Reports All-time Best April Sales Of 29,236 ATLANTA, May 3, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today reported best-ever April sales with 29,236 vehicles sold, up 0.2% for the month. Vans reported 2,589 units, and smart reported 466 units for the month, bringing MBUSA grand total to 32,291 vehicles for the month and 116,600 sold year-to-date. "We are heading into a strong second-quarter with a minimum of nine new model launches in the months ahead," said Dietmar Exler, president and CEO of MBUSA. "We expect to see strong sales momentum as we move into the summer months." Mercedes-Benz volume leaders in April included the C-Class, E-Class and GLC model lines. The C-Class took the lead at 5,645, followed by the E-Class (includes CLS) at 4,882. The GLC rounded out the top three with 4,439 units sold. Mercedes-AMG high-performance models sold 1,967 units in April, up 75.8% from last year (1,119). Separately, Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned (MBCPO) models recorded sales of 10,054, up 7.3% from the 9,367 units sold the same month last year. On a year-to-date basis, MBCPO sold 39,357 vehicles, an increase of 4.1%. MERCEDES-BENZ USA Sales -- April 2016 Mercedes-Benz Passenger Vehicles Apr-16 Apr-15 Monthly % YTD 2016 YTD 2015 Yearly % B-CLASS 56 158 -64.6% 217 652 -66.7% CLA 2,121 2,670 -20.6% 9,005 10,896 -17.4% C-CLASS 5,645 6,665 -15.3% 23,484 27,608 -14.9% E-CLASS/CLS 4,882 4,004 21.9% 14,467 16,534 -12.5% S-CLASS 1,329 2,021 -34.2% 5,496 7,117 -22.8% SLK 465 431 7.9% 1,315 1,248 5.4% SL 312 434 -28.1% 1,199 1,478 -18.9% AMG GT 140 205 - 500 205 - *SLS AMG - 4 - 1 20 - GLA 2,137 2,081 2.7% 8,980 7,750 15.9% GLC/GLK 4,439 3,071 44.5% 15,437 8,728 76.9% GLE/M-CLASS 4,327 4,945 -12.5% 16,668 15,428 8.0% GL/GLS 2,991 2,195 36.3% 6,871 8,530 -19.4% G-CLASS 392 300 30.7% 1,365 1,146 19.1% TOTAL 29,236 29,184 0.2% 105,005 107,340 -2.2% Vans1 2,589 2,764 -6.3% 9,829 8,323 18.1% smart 466 480 -2.9% 1,766 2,013 -12.3% MBUSA Combined Total Apr-16 Apr-15 Monthly % YTD 2016 YTD 2015 Yearly % GRAND TOTAL 32,291 32,428 -0.4% 116,600 117,676 -0.9% 1Mercedes-Benz, Freightliner Sprinter and Metris Vans are sold and marketed in the U.S. by Mercedes-Benz USA and Daimler Vans USA, respectively. *out of production
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Mercedes-Benz USA Reports March Sales Of 28,164 Units ATLANTA, April 1, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today reported March sales of 28,164, which closes the first-quarter at 75,769, down 3% from last year. Smart contributed 479 units, and Vans reported a best-ever March with 3,072, up 29.1% from the same time last year. MBUSA total sales were 31,715 for March. "We had a strong first-quarter, laying the foundation for a minimum of nine new model launches in the months ahead," said Dietmar Exler, president and CEO of MBUSA. "We are expecting yet another record year on the strength of our product portfolio." Mercedes-Benz volume leaders in March included the C-Class, GLC and GLE model lines. The C-Class took the lead at 6,658, followed by the new GLC sales of 4,871. The new GLE rounded out the top three with 4,730 units sold. Mercedes-AMG high-performance models sold 1,857 units in March, up 60.2% from last year (1,159), while the brand's BlueTEC diesel lineup finished the month at 310. Separately, Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned (MBCPO) models recorded sales of 9,380, up 2.4% from the 9,163 units sold the same month last year. On a year-to-date basis, MBCPO sold 29,303 vehicles, an increase of 3%. MERCEDES-BENZ USA Sales -- March 2016 Mercedes-Benz Passenger Vehicles Mar-16 Mar-15 Monthly % YTD 2016 YTD 2015 Yearly % B-CLASS 66 145 -54.5% 161 494 -67.4% CLA 2,242 3,129 -28.3% 6,884 8,226 -16.3% C-CLASS 6,658 7,635 -12.8% 17,839 20,943 -14.8% E-CLASS/CLS 4,095 5,036 -18.7% 9,585 12,530 -23.5% S-CLASS 1,332 2,098 -36.5% 4,167 5,096 -18.2% SLK 314 343 -8.5% 850 817 4.0% SL 304 403 -24.6% 887 1,044 -15.0% AMG GT 140 - - 360 - - *SLS AMG - 8 - 1 16 - GLA 2,205 1,918 15.0% 6,843 5,669 20.7% GLC/GLK 4,871 2,478 96.6% 10,998 5,657 94.4% GLE/M-CLASS 4,730 4,023 17.6% 12,341 10,483 17.7% GL 858 2,365 -63.7% 3,880 6,335 -38.8% G-CLASS 349 340 2.6% 973 846 15.0% TOTAL 28,164 29,921 -5.9% 75,769 78,156 -3.1% Vans1 3,072 2,379 29.1% 7,240 5,559 30.2% smart 479 583 -17.8% 1,300 1,533 -15.2% MBUSA Combined Total Mar-16 Mar-15 Monthly % YTD 2016 YTD 2015 Yearly % GRAND TOTAL 31,715 32,883 -3.6% 84,309 85,248 -1.1% 1Mercedes-Benz, Freightliner Sprinter and Metris Vans are sold and marketed in the U.S. by Mercedes-Benz USA and Daimler Vans USA, respectively. *out of production
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ATLANTA, March 1,2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today reported February sales of 22,941, with 2,269 units for Daimler Vans and 422 units for smart. Vans marked a best-ever February with an increase of 35.5% from the previous year. MBUSA reported a grand total of 25,632 vehicles. "Despite runout of two high-volume models, we are experiencing a strong first quarter," said Dietmar Exler, president and CEO of MBUSA. "As new core model lines like E-Class and GLS are introduced, we expect to set new records throughout the year." Mercedes-Benz volume leaders in February included the C-Class, GLE, and GLC model lines. The C-Class took the lead at 6,102, followed by the new GLE sales of 3,948. The new GLC rounded out the top three with an increase of 84.1% to 3,278 units sold. Mercedes-AMG high-performance models sold 2,004 units in February, up 164.4% from last year (758), while the brand's BlueTEC diesel lineup finished the month at 295. Separately, Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned (MBCPO) models sold 9,989 vehicles in February, an increase of 1.7% from the 9,820 units sold the same month last year. On a year-to-date basis, MBCPO has sold 19,923 vehicles, an increase of 3.4% over the same time last year (with sales of 19,276 vehicles). MERCEDES-BENZ USA Sales -- February 2016 Mercedes-Benz Passenger Vehicles Feb-16 Feb-15 Monthly % YTD 2016 YTD 2015 Yearly % B-CLASS 37 109 -66.1% 95 349 -72.8% CLA 1,474 2,606 -43.4% 4,642 5,097 -8.9% C-CLASS 6,102 7,072 -13.7% 11,181 13,308 -16.0% E-CLASS/CLS 2,700 2,752 -1.9% 5,490 7,494 -26.7% S-CLASS 1,558 1,421 9.6% 2,835 2,998 -5.4% SLK 270 228 18.4% 536 474 13.1% SL 369 331 11.5% 583 641 -9.0% AMG GT 95 - - 220 - - *SLS AMG 1 3 - 1 8 - GLA 1,597 1,873 -14.7% 4,638 3,751 23.6% GLC/GLK 3,278 1,781 84.1% 6,127 3,179 92.7% GLE/M-CLASS 3,948 3,316 19.1% 7,611 6,460 17.8% GL 1,226 1,849 -33.7% 3,022 3,970 -23.9% G-CLASS 286 275 4.0% 624 506 23.3% TOTAL 22,941 23,616 -2.9% 47,605 48,235 -1.3% Vans1 2,269 1,675 35.5% 4,168 3,180 31.1% smart 422 458 -7.9% 821 950 -13.6% MBUSA Combined Total Feb-16 Feb-15 Monthly % YTD 2016 YTD 2015 Yearly % GRAND TOTAL 25,632 25,749 -0.5% 52,594 52,365 0.4% 1Mercedes-Benz, Freightliner Sprinter and Metris Vans are sold and marketed in the U.S. by Mercedes-Benz USA and Daimler Vans USA, respectively. *out of production
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Mercedes-Benz USA Reports Highest Year Ever With 2015 Sales Of 380,461 December sales of 38,918 are highest month on record January 05, 2016 - ATLANTA - Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today reported its highest volume month ever with December 2015 sales of 38,918, bringing the company to the highest annual volume in its U.S. history at 380,461. MBUSA's sales for December were up 1.7 percent versus the 38,270 sold in December 2014 (the previous record volume for December) and up 3.8 on a year-to-date basis relative to the 366,589 vehicles sold in 2014. "This has been a great year and we begin 2016 with strong momentum from the recent launches of our GLE and GLC models. We'll have a constant stream of new products in 2016 – cabriolets, coupes and AMG models – leading us to yet another banner year," said Dietmar Exler, president and CEO of MBUSA. December sales for the Mercedes-Benz brand were led by the C-Class, GLE and E-Class model lines. The C-Class took the top spot with 7,023 units, followed by the newly introduced GLE-Class. The GLE finished second this month with 6,310 sales, marking a total of 20,663 units sold since its market debut in August. The E-Class recorded the third-highest December sales number with 4,999 units. For the year, the Mercedes-Benz brand was led by the C-Class, M/GLE-Class and E-Class model lines. Like the month of December, the C-Class took the top spot for 2015 with 86,080 units, followed by the M/GLE-Class with 53,213 sales. The E-Class finished third, recording 49,736 sales for the year. Mercedes-Benz Vans sold 4,046 vehicles during the month of December, up 23.1% over December 2014, bringing annual sales to their highest volume on record. For the year, Mercedes-Benz Vans tallied 29,889 vehicles sold, a 16.1% increase over the 25,745 from 2014. December saw smart deliver 669 units, finishing with 7,484 for the year. Mercedes AMG high-performance models posted a 150.2% monthly sales increase to 2,807 units in December, while year-over-year sales climbed 54.4% to 17,456. Sales of Mercedes-Benz BlueTEC diesel models recorded 621 for the month and 11,057 for the year. Separately, Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned (MBCPO) models delivered December sales of 11,714, a 2.9% increase over 11,379 units sold in December 2014. For 2015, MBCPO recorded 120,509 vehicles sold, an increase of 1% over last year (119,257 vehicles).
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Mercedes-Benz USA Reports November Sales Of 33,475 MBUSA posts 4.0% YTD increase moving toward record year ATLANTA, Dec. 2, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today reported November sales of 33,475 units, a decrease of 11.7% from the 37,925 vehicles sold during the same month last year. While MBUSA recorded its highest month of the year; runout of popular model lines and limited availability of top-selling SUVs, including the new GLC, resulted in a decline from last November, which was the highest sales month in MBUSA history. Despite the constraints, MBUSA president and CEO Stephen Cannon said, "November brought us enough volume to assure an all-time record year for MBUSA." Mercedes-Benz Vans delivered 2,770 sales for the month of November, up 9.4% over November 2014, while smart recorded 662 units in November. On a year-to-date basis, Mercedes-Benz retails totaled 308,885, up 4.2%. Adding year-to-date sales of 25,843 for Vans and 6,815 for smart, MBUSA posted a grand total of 341,543 units through November, up 4.0%. November sales for the Mercedes-Benz brand were led by the C-Class, GLE and E-Class model lines. The C-Class took the top spot with 7,239 units, followed by the newly introduced GLE-Class. The GLE finished second this month with 4,883 sales, a total of 14,353 units sold during its first four months on the market. The brand's AMG high-performance models posted a 121% monthly sales increase to 2,186 units in November, while year-to-date sales climbed 43.9% to 14,649. Sales of Mercedes-Benz BlueTEC diesel models recorded 583 for the month and 10,436 year-to-date. Separately, Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned (MBCPO) models delivered November sales of 9,406. On a year-to-date basis, MBCPO has sold 108,635 vehicles, an increase of 0.8% over the comparable period last year (107,800 vehicles).
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Mercedes-Benz USA Reports October Sales Of 32,472 Units Sold MBUSA posts 6.1% YTD increase, Mercedes-Benz up 6.5% YTD ATLANTA, Nov. 3, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today reported October sales at 32,472 units, an increase of 3.7% from the 31,318 vehicles sold during the same month last year. Sales of Mercedes-Benz vehicles tallied 28,952 units sold, a 1.3% increase over October 2014. Mercedes-Benz Vans delivered 2,799 sales for the month of October, up 30.8% over October 2014, while smart recorded 721 units in October. On a year-to-date basis, Mercedes-Benz retails totaled 278,842, up 6.5%. Adding year-to-date sales of 23,073 for Vans and 6,153 for smart, MBUSA posted a grand total of 308,068 units through October, up 6.1%. October sales for the Mercedes-Benz brand were led by the C-, E- and GLE model lines. The C-Class took the top spot with 7,283 units, followed by the E-Class with October sales of 4,661, up 18.4% from the same month last year. The newly introduced GLE rounded out the top three at 4,176, with a total of 9,470 sales during its first 3 months on the market. "We're on track for the best year we've ever had in this market as we head into the fourth quarter," said Stephen Cannon, president and CEO of MBUSA. "The appetite for SUVs continues to grow and that's creating very strong demand for our new GLE and GLE-Coupe. We'll keep that momentum going with our new entry model, the GLC, at the end of the year." The brand's AMG high-performance models posted a 79.5% monthly sales increase to 2,246 units in October, while year-to-date sales climbed 35.6% to 12,463. Sales of Mercedes-Benz BlueTEC diesel models recorded 584 for the month and 9,853 year-to-date. Separately, Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned (MBCPO) models delivered October sales of 9,629. On a year-to-date basis, MBCPO has sold 99,373 vehicles, an increase of 1.2% over the comparable period last year (98,186 vehicles).
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Mercedes-Benz USA Closes Out Third Quarter With Record September MBUSA posts 6.4% YTD increase, Mercedes-Benz up 6.2% for month ATLANTA, Oct. 1, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today reported all-time record September sales at 32,087 units, an increase of 6.0% from the 30,271 vehicles sold during the same month last year. Sales of Mercedes-Benz passenger cars tallied 29,020 units sold, a 6.2% increase over September 2014. Sprinter delivered 2,317 sales for the month of September, up 14.0% YTD, while smart recorded 750 units in September. On a year-to-date basis, Mercedes-Benz retails totaled 249,890, up 7.2%. Adding year-to-date sales of 20,274 for Sprinter Vans and 5,432 for smart, MBUSA posted a grand total of 275,596 units through September, up 6.4%. "Record September sales fueled the best-ever third-quarter results in our history," said Stephen Cannon, president and CEO of MBUSA. "The robust demand for SUVs continues with the strong performance of our new GLE and GLE-Coupe." September sales for the Mercedes-Benz brand were led by the C-, E- and GLE model lines. The C-Class took the top spot with 7,660 units, up 21.9% from the same month last year. The E-Class followed with September sales of 4,137, while the newly-introduced GLE rounded out the top three at 3,492, with two-month sales of 5,294. The brand's AMG high-performance models posted a 159.1% monthly sales increase to 1,858 units in September, while year-to-date sales climbed 28.7% to 10,217. Sales of Mercedes-Benz BlueTEC diesel models hit 572 for the month and 9,269 year-to-date. Separately, Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned (MBCPO) models delivered September sales of 11,397, an increase of 31.8% compared to the same time last year, which sold 8,648 units. On a year-to-date basis, MBCPO has sold 89,744 vehicles, an increase of 1.6% over the comparable period last year (88,352 vehicles).
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Mercedes-Benz Closes Out Record First Half With Best-Ever June Sales Of 28,044, Up 5.8% MBUSA posts 8.6% year-to-date increase to 182,128 MONTVALE, N.J., July 1, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today reported record June sales for the Mercedes-Benz brand at 28,044, climbing 5.8% from the 26,506 vehicles sold during the same month last year. Sprinter delivered a 10.9% increase in June to 2,442, combining with 774 units at smart for a monthly total of 31,260 for MBUSA. On a year-to-date basis, Mercedes-Benz retails totaled 164,970, up 8.8%. Adding sales volumes of 13,534 for Sprinter and 3,624 for smart, MBUSA achieved a record grand total of 182,128 units for the first six months of 2015. "With a record first half on the books and our new GLE lineup hitting the market next month, summer is off to a heated start at Mercedes-Benz," said Stephen Cannon, president and CEO of MBUSA. "As we make our way to our new home in Atlanta, we'll carry that momentum to deliver another banner year for the brand." June sales for the Mercedes-Benz brand were led by the C-, E- and M-Class model lines. The C-Class took the top spot with 8,316 units, up 48.3% from the same month last year. The E-Class followed with sales of 3,611, while the M-Class (to be succeeded by the GLE when it launches later this summer) rounded out the top three at 3,541. As a whole, first-half sales of Mercedes-Benz passenger cars totaled 101,212, increasing 3.5% from the same period in 2014. The brand's light truck lineup, which will see the addition of several all-new or redesigned models over the course of the next year, posted an 18.5% increase from the first half of 2014, reflecting the growing demand for SUVs in the U.S. market. Mercedes-AMG high-performance models posted a 24.5% monthly sales increase to 1,021 units in June, while year-to-date sales climbed 7.6% to 6,048. Sales of Mercedes-Benz BlueTEC diesel models hit 623 for the month and 7,494 year-to-date. Separately, Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned (MBCPO) models delivered June sales of 8,700, up 9.5% from the same month in 2014, with a year-to-date total of 58,874.
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Mercedes-Benz Achieves Fifth Record Month Of 2015 With 29,583 Units In May, Up 11.1% MBUSA year-to-date sales increase 9% to 150,868 MONTVALE, N.J., June 2, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today reported best-ever May sales volumes for the Mercedes-Benz brand at 29,583, an 11.1% increase from 26,617 in May 2014. Sprinter sales totaled 2,769 for the month, up 22.3%, combining with 837 units at smart for a May total of 33,189 for MBUSA. Year-to-date, Mercedes-Benz delivered 136,926* units, climbing 9.4% from the same time last year. Adding 11,092 units at Sprinter (up 19.5%) and 2,850 units at smart, MBUSA posted a year-to-date grand total of 150,868. "We're on pace for another record sales year, with a full range of new or redesigned sport-utilities joining our lineup in the next few months," said Stephen Cannon, president and CEO of MBUSA. "At the top of that list is the star of 'Jurassic World,' the all-new GLE Coupe, which arrives in theaters next week and in showrooms later this summer." May sales leaders for the Mercedes-Benz brand included the C-, E- and M-Class model lines. The C-Class led with 7,413 vehicles, a 40.3% increase from 5,284 in May 2014. The M-Class, perennial best-seller on the SUV side, followed with 3,991 units, while the E-Class rounded out the top three at 3,942. Monthly retails for Mercedes-AMG high-performance models totaled 1,201, an increase of 24.6% from 964 vehicles in May 2014. Year-to-date AMG volumes hit 5,027, up 4.7%. Mercedes-Benz BlueTEC diesel models delivered a total of 661 units for the month and 6,871 year-to-date.
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Mercedes-Benz Posts Highest April on Record with 12.8% Monthly Sales Gain MBUSA launches second quarter with 8.2% increase YTD May 01, 2015 - MONTVALE, N.J. - Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today reported record April sales for the Mercedes-Benz brand with 29,188 units, up 12.8% from 25,887 sold in the same month last year. Sprinter posted a gain of 15.5% to 2,764 vehicles in April, combining with 480 units at smart for a monthly total of 32,432 for MBUSA. On a year-to-date basis, Mercedes-Benz sold 107,344 vehicles, increasing 9%. Adding 8,323 units at Sprinter (up 18.6%) and 2,013 units at smart, the company's year-to-date grand total hit 117,680. "The momentum of a record first quarter propelled us to the best April sales in our history," said Stephen Cannon, president and CEO of MBUSA. "With the Mercedes-Maybach S600 and Mercedes-AMG GT S now arriving in showrooms, we're fueling our growth at the upper reaches of the luxury and high-performance markets." The C-, E- and M-Class model lines led Mercedes-Benz April sales. The C-Class took the top spot at 6,665, up 30.3% from 5,114 in April 2014. The M-Class, best-seller on the light truck side, followed with a 29.1% gain to 4,945 units, while the E-Class rounded out the top three with sales of 3,466. At the high end, sales for the legendary G-Class sport-utility increased 9.5%. Sales of Mercedes-AMG high-performance models totaled 1,119 in April, up 11.2% from the 1,006 units sold last year, and 3,826 year-to-date. Mercedes-Benz BlueTEC diesel models delivered 2,970 units for the month – a 93.7% gain from April 2014 – with year-to-date volumes climbing 13.8% to 6,210. Separately, Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned (MBCPO) models delivered April sales of 9,367, while year-to-date sales hit 37,806.
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Mercedes-Benz Posts Best-Ever February Sales Volume With 23,616 Units MBUSA delivers 6% year-to-date sales growth at 52,365 MONTVALE, N.J., March 3, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Mercedes-Benz today reported the highest February sales in its history with 23,616 units, up 4.5% from the 22,609 vehicles sold in February 2014. Sprinter Vans was up 17.9% at 1,675, combining with 458 units at smart for a monthly total of 25,749 for Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA). On a year-to-date basis, Mercedes-Benz recorded sales of 48,235, an increase of 6.7% versus the same period last year. Adding 3,180 units for Sprinter and 950 vehicles at smart, MBUSA's year-to-date sales volume totaled 52,365. "We've got two months of record sales on the books despite the challenges posed by February's weather," said Stephen Cannon, president and CEO of MBUSA. "With SUV sales up 22 percent, we expect our momentum to continue as new or redesigned versions of almost all our light trucks hit the market in the next year." Mercedes-Benz February sales volumes were led by the C-, CLA- and M-Class model lines. The C-Class took the lead at 7,072, up 25.8% compared to the 5,621 units sold the same month last year. The M-Class, the brand's best-selling SUV, followed with sales of 3,316 while the sporty CLA four-door coupe rounded out the top three at 2,606. At the high end, the range-topping G-Class sport utility posted a 47.1% gain over February 2014. Mercedes-Benz AMG high-performance models sold 758 units for the month, with year-to-date volumes of 1,548. Sales of Mercedes-Benz BlueTEC diesel models totaled 758 in February and 1,700 year-to-date. Separately, Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned (MBCPO) models recorded February sales of 9,820, with year-to-date volumes increasing 5.4% over the comparable period in 2014 to 19,276.
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Mercedes-Benz Delivers Record January Sales Volume with 24,619 Units, Up 8.9% Sprinter Vans posts 16.8% gain at 1,505 February 03, 2015 - MONTVALE, N.J. - Mercedes-Benz today reported a record January sales volume of 24,619, increasing 8.9% from the 22,604 units sold in January 2014. Adding 1,505 units for Sprinter Vans and 492 units at smart, MBUSA achieved its highest January to date with a grand total of 26,616 vehicles, up 9% from a year ago. "On the heels of record sales in 2014, a best-ever January is the perfect way to kick off the New Year," said Stephen Cannon, president and CEO of MBUSA. "Our product offensive continues in 2015 with the launch of the Mercedes-Maybach S600, a fully redesigned light truck lineup and the hero of our Super Bowl spot this year, the Mercedes-AMG GT S. Stay tuned." Mercedes-Benz volume leaders in January included the C-, E- and M-Class model lines. The new C-Class took the lead at 6,236, up 8.5% from the 5,748 units sold the same month last year. The E-Class followed with sales of 4,336, while the brand's best-selling sport utility, the M-Class, rounded out the top three with an increase of 11.3% to 3,144. At the high end, sales of the flagship S-Class increased 22.2% from January 2014 to 1,566. Mercedes-Benz AMG high-performance models sold 790 units in January, while the brand's BlueTEC diesel lineup finished the month at 942. Separately, Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned (MBCPO) models recorded their best January ever with sales of 9,456, up 13.9% from the 8,305 units sold the same month last year.
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Mercedes-Benz Delivers Record-Breaking 2014 Sales Volume Of 330,391, Up 5.7% MBUSA up 6.7%; Sprinter, smart post double-digit gains MONTVALE, N.J., Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Mercedes-Benz today reported record-breaking 2014 sales of 330,391, up 5.7% from the 312,534 units sold in 2013. Annual Sprinter sales increased 18% to 25,745, combining with 10,453 units at smart, up 12.8%, for a best-ever year-to-date grand total of 366,589 for Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA). "The past year brought key milestones for Mercedes-Benz on both the product and customer service fronts," said Stephen Cannon, president and CEO of MBUSA. "Capped by another round of record sales, we're more aligned than ever in pairing a 'best or nothing' model lineup with the best ownership experience in the business." Sales of Mercedes-Benz passenger cars, ranging from the entry-level CLA four-door coupe to the brand's S-Class flagship, increased to 212,086 from the 206,221 vehicles sold in 2013. On the light truck side, retail volumes hit 118,305, up 11.3% from 106,315 units last year. Annual volume leaders included the C-, E- and M-Class model lines. The C-Class, which received a full redesign for the 2015 model year, took the top spot with 75,065 units, followed by the E-Class at 66,400. The best-selling Mercedes-Benz SUV, the M-Class, rounded out the top three at 46,726, up 13.1% from the 41,326 vehicles sold the previous year. At the high end, the S-Class saw yearly sales increase 90% to 25,276 from 13,303 in 2013. A best-ever December for Mercedes-Benz delivered monthly sales of 34,009, compared to 33,007 in December 2013. The C-Class remained the volume leader with 8,224 units, up 13.8% from 7,229 the same month last year. The M-Class came second at 5,625—an increase of 25.4%—followed close behind by the E-Class at 5,119. December sales for Sprinter Vans hit a record 3,288, climbing 16.3% from the 2,828 units sold the same month last year. Adding 973 units for smart, up 13.8% from 855 in December 2013, MBUSA posted a monthly grand total of 38,270. Mercedes-Benz AMG high-performance models closed out 2014 with an annual volume of 11,303, jumping 44.9% from 7,802 units the previous year. For the month, AMG sales totaled 1,122, compared to 1,109 in December 2013. Mercedes-Benz BlueTEC diesel models delivered a total of 14,544 vehicles in 2014, with December sales reaching 1,183. Separately, Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned (MBCPO) vehicles recorded annual sales of 119,257, an increase of 20.4% from the 99,075 units sold in 2013. On a monthly basis, MBCPO achieved a record December with 11,379 units, up 17% from the same month last year.
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Mercedes-Benz Achieves Best Sales Month Ever With Record November Total Of 34,578 Sprinter Vans up 18.3%, smart up 12.7% year-to-date MONTVALE, N.J., Dec. 2, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Mercedes-Benz today reported the highest monthly sales in its history with a best-ever November total of 34,578, compared to 34,376 units the same month last year. Sprinter volumes increased 26% to 2,532 for the month, combining with 815 units at smart to bring total November sales at Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) to a record 37,925. On a year-to-date basis, Mercedes-Benz retails increased 6% to 296,382 from 279,501 through November 2013, with 22,457 vehicles at Sprinter and 9,480 units at smart propelling MBUSA to a year-to-date grand total of 328,319. "November was one for the history books at Mercedes-Benz," said Stephen Cannon, president and CEO of MBUSA. "Beyond record sales, our rise to the top spot in J.D. Power's Sales Satisfaction Index shows our efforts on the customer experience front are resonating with owners." Mercedes-Benz November sales were led by the C-, E- and M-Class model lines. The C-Class, which entered a new generation for the 2015 model year, took the lead at 9,259, up 17.5% from the 7,878 units sold the same month last year. The brand's best-selling SUV, the M-Class, followed with a volume of 5,190, up 19.9%, while the E-Class rounded out the top three at 4,737. At the high end, the flagship S-Class topped last year's November sales by 50.1% at 2,863. Mercedes-Benz AMG high-performance models delivered November sales of 989, an increase of 10.4% from the 896 units sold the same month last year. Year-to-date AMG volumes totaled 10,181, climbing 52.1% from the 6,693 units sold during the comparable period in 2013. Retails for Mercedes-Benz BlueTEC diesel models reached 1,316 in November, with year-to-date sales of 13,361. Separately, Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned (MBCPO) vehicles recorded sales of 9,692 in November, an increase of 9.6% from the 8,847 units sold during the same month last year. On a year-to-date basis, MBCPO sold 107,878 units, up 20.7% from the 89,349 vehicles sold during the comparable period in 2013.
