Mercedes-Benz India sales up 25% in first half

The flagship S-Class sedan, the ML-Class SUV and the NGC (new generation cars) portfolio pushed the growth

New Delhi: German luxury car maker Mercedes-Benz on Monday reported a 25% growth in its India sales for the first half of 2014 at 4,717 units. 

The flagship S-Class sedan, the ML-Class SUV (sports utility vehicle) and the NGC (new generation cars) portfolio, which comprises the A-Class and B-Class, contributed significantly to this growth, the company said in a statement. 

Mercedes-Benz India managing director and chief executive officer Eberhard Kern said: “The first six months of sales growth reaffirms Mercedes-Benz India’s strong brand premium and competitive edge in terms of offering continuous product innovations...a benchmark production facility, extending an enriching after-sales experience and strengthening its qualitative network presence.” 

“With some of the most fascinating products lined up in the remaining two quarters, including the much awaited GLA-Class, Mercedes-Benz is all set for another year of strong growth,” he added.

 The company said that while the C-Class and the E-Class luxury sedans remain top sellers, the AMGs range continues to grow in the performance segment it created.