Mercedes-Benz USA hits highest-ever US volume with 305,072 new vehicles sold

MBUSA reported its highest year on record with 305,072 vehicles sold in 2012 representing a 15.4% increase over the 264,460 vehicle sold in 2011.  The Mercedes-Benz model line alone was responsible for 274,134 vehicles followed by Sprinter with 20,929 vehicles and smart with 10,009 cars.  The Mercedes-Benz model line was up 11.8%, smart was up an astonishing 92.2% and Sprinter had an increase of 26.3% for the year.

“A strong product offensive backed our retail network’s commitment to providing a worldclass
ownership experience put the wind at our back and enabled us to outperform the market and
take the brand to new heights in the U.S.,” said Steve Cannon, president & CEO of MBUSA.
“We’re going to ride that momentum into 2013 with new products across the entire model line
from entry point to flagship.”

December 2012 Sales

December sales were led by Mercedes-Benz with 28,145 vehicles sold.  Sprinter reported sales of 2,231 trucks and smart with 996 cars being sold.