Montvale, N.J., September 1, 2011

Mercedes-Benz Reports August Sales of 20,728

Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today reported August sales of 20,728 vehicles, a 5.4% improvement over August 2010 (19,674) and the company’s highest August volume since 2007. On a year-to-date basis, the 159,814 vehicles sold represent a 10.5% increase over the 144,689 vehicles sold over the same period last year.

The highest volume performers for the month were the E- and C-Class model lines. The 9th generation E-Class led the pack with sales of 5,628 and the sporty C-Class – the gateway to the Mercedes-Benz brand for younger and first-time Mercedes-Benz buyers – followed with sales of 4,728. MBUSA’s stylish SUV, the M-Class, finished third in volume with monthly sales of 2,191. Additionally, sales of the newly launched 2012 CLS-Class posted an 810.7% increase and sales of the new SLK roadster were up 138.6% over August 2010.

Sales of Mercedes-Benz diesel models were up 14.7% for the month (851 versus 742) and up 100 % for the year (7,717 versus 3,859).

At the high end, sales of the S-Class were up 17.9% for the month and the company sold 32 of its supercar -- the SLS AMG -- bringing its year-to-date sales to 429.

Sales of Sprinter Vans also increased by 117.7% for August with sales of 1,846 – bringing a year-to-date total of 10,673 (up 121.3 %).

Sales of the smart fortwo totaled 405 vehicles for the month.

Separately, through the Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned (MBCPO) program, MBUSA sold 5,901 vehicles in August 2011, a decrease of 9.0%. On a year-to-date basis, MBCPO sold 51,651 vehicles, a decrease of 5.6% over the comparable period last year.

About Mercedes-Benz USA

Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA), headquartered in Montvale, New Jersey, is responsible for the distribution, marketing and customer service for all Mercedes-Benz and Maybach products in the United States. MBUSA offers drivers the most diverse line-up in the luxury segment with 14 model lines ranging from the sporty C-Class to the flagship S-Class sedans and the SLS AMG supercar.

MBUSA is also responsible for the distribution, marketing and customer service of Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Vans and smart in the US. More information on MBUSA and its products can be found at www.mbusa.com, www.mbsprinterusa.com and www.smartusa.com

For the complete IR Release including tables please download the provided PDF file.