Mercedes-Benz India notches 80 percent growth

January 10th, 2011 - 6:40 pm ICT by IANS  

Mumbai, Jan 10 (IANS) Mercedes-Benz India Monday announced a record 80 percent growth in sales in 2010, with the best ever sales in December.A company official said that the company sold 5,819 cars last year, an 80 percent rise over 2009’s tally of 3,250.

The key growth drivers were the Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2490 units), C-Class (2070 units) and the SUV range of M-Class, GL-Class and R-Class.

December was the best sales month with a record 710 units sold, which included E-Class (371 units), C-Class (141 units) and the SUV segment (127 units), marking a 115 percent increase over the corresponding period in 2009 when 334 vehicles were sold.

The official said that the company’s strategy focused on offering a comprehensive product portfolio, besides aggressive product launches and enhanced network in smaller towns and cities.

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