Mercedes-Benz today announced its highest-ever-month of sales in its 15-year long history in India. The company sold a total of 521 units which is a growth of 80% over corresponding period previous year (288 units in July 2009). Heading the sales figures is the E-Class with 212 units. The SUVs too showed a significant rise in sales(the SUVs GL and M-Class sold 62 units in July 2010, almost half of the annual numbers of SUVs sold in 2009). The Jan-July 2010 numbers were also impressive with 2922 units and a growth of about 80% over 2009 (Jan-July 2009 - 1670 units).
Dr. Wilfried Aulbur Managing Director and CEO of Mercedes-Benz India commented on the increase in sales saying, "July has been the best ever month in the history of Mercedes-Benz in India. Jan-July 2010 also has been a period of strong growth for us."
He added saying that, "While numbers are encouraging statistics, they are not the only focus for us. Commitment to exciting products, world-class ownership experience and engaging customer programs will continue to be our focus areas towards appreciation of our customers for Mercedes-Benz." Mercedes-Benz would sure be looking forward to a successful and a sales figure unmatched by the company before.
