January 10, 2011 – Mercedes-Benz Hong Kong Limited proudly announced that 2010 is the record year of sales. A total of 4,603 units of passenger cars were delivered in Hong Kong and Macau in 2010, a boost of 36.5% compared to last year.

The key models E-Class, S-Class and C-Class continued the robust growth. The sales of the E-Class (including Saloon, Estate, Coupe and Cabriolet) went up by 31.7% to 1,929 units versus last year, which accounted for over 40% of the total sales.

The flagship S-Class also soared 32% to 606 units, safeguarding the best-selling luxury sedan in its segment. The delivery of the C-Class including Saloon and Estate increased to 927 units which also successfully defended its segment leadership.

The sales of B-Class and M-Class have shown significant growth. The delivery jumped 88.8% to 406 units and 87.6% to 272 units respectively versus last year.

Within the super-luxury segment, Mercedes-Benz Cars delivered a total of 9 units of Maybach saloons (including facelift and pre-facelift) in 2010, an encouraging increase compared to 2009 (6 units).

Mercedes-Benz will offer customers with many fascinating new products in 2011, beginning with the highly-expected new 4-door coupe CLS-Class. Positive momentum will be sustained by the new SLK roadster, all-new C-Class Coupe and C-Class facelift.

* The Motor Traders Association of Hong Kong Inter Dealer Motor Car Statistics 2010 (Hong Kong & Macau combined)