Sales numbers for January!

MERCEDES-BENZ KICKS OFF YEAR WITH JANUARY SALES OF 15,158, UP 45.3 PERCENT

02/02/10


For Release: February 2, 2010



MONTVALE, N.J. – Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today reported January sales of 15,158 vehicles, a 45.3 % improvement over January 2009, starting 2010 with robust momentum.


Strong demand in both the Mercedes sedan and light-truck categories fueled the increase in sales volume for the month. In the sedan category, the popularity of the C-Class – the gateway to the Mercedes-Benz brand for younger and first-time Mercedes-Benz buyers – maintained its lead as the volume leader with sales of 4,028, up 32.8% over January 2009. The all-new, 9th generation E-Class continued to shine with sales of 3,824, up an astounding 116.3% over January 2009.


As further proof of the Mercedes-Benz competitive presence in the luxury light truck market, the champion M-Class reported sales of 1,927, up 42.2% over last January; the sporty GLK followed suit with sales of 1,803, up 38.7% - beating its launch numbers of 1,300 posted in January 2009.


Separately, through the Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned (MBCPO) program, MBUSA sold 6,229 vehicles in January; a 7.8 percent decrease compared to January 2009 with sales of 6,753 vehicles.

This illustrates that in lean times, people recognize the value of investing in things made with integrity of lasting value. Our resale values have gone up, and Mercedes financial has increased residuals on new car leases! All good things for the future relationship of our clients to our company.