The passenger car segment's monthly sales increased by 20.7%, with 2,211 vehicles delivered, up from 1,832 units sold in April 2016. This growth was driven in no small part by the enduring popularity of C-Class models, which saw a 61.2% increase in sales over April 2016 and a year-to-date growth of 46.6%. Sales of E-Class and S-Class Sedans also climbed throughout the month.
With 1,594 vehicles sold in April, sales of luxury light trucks increased to 6,644 units delivered year-to-date, an increase of 5.5%. While the GLC SUV and Coupe models continued to be popular, the GLS was the standout performer in April: compared with April 2016, monthly sales were up 23.6% and year-to-date sales increased by 41.7%.
April marked another record-breaking month for Mercedes-AMG vehicles, with 1,034 units delivered representing an increase of 65.7% over the same period last year. This contributed to a year-to-date record-breaking total of 3,530 Mercedes-AMG units sold, a growth of 80.5% over 2016.
Demand for Mercedes-Benz vans remained steady throughout the month with 528 units sold, a slight increase over April 2016. The Sprinter Cab Chassis had a strong boost in monthly sales with an increase of 146.2% over the same period last year. Year-to-date, the Mercedes-Benz Vans division reported growth of 31.2%, for a total of 2,181 units delivered.
22 smart fortwo vehicles were delivered in April.
Year-to-date, the Mercedes-Benz Pre-Owned division reported sales of 5,229 units, up from 5,080 in April 2016 for 2.9% growth. Certified Pre-Owned sales saw a year-to-date increase of 4.2%, with 4,275 units retailed, up from 4,101 in 2016. Certified Pre-Owned penetration has increased over 2016 by 1.0% year-to-date, reaching 81.8%.
"After a strong first quarter, our momentum remains steady as Canadians continue to recognize the impressive design, safety and technology of our passenger vehicles," said Brian D. Fulton, President and CEO, Mercedes-Benz Canada. "Mercedes-Benz Canada is more than just its sales totals, however: it's an organization that cares deeply for its employees. I couldn't be more pleased to have been recognized this month by Great Place to Work® Institute Canada. Our recent nomination as one of this year's Best Workplaces in Canada is a testament to the effort we've made to ensure that our commitment to best customer experience applies not only to our customers, but to our employees as well."
| April 2017 |
MTD |
YTD |
| 2017 |
2016 |
% |
2017 |
2016 |
% |
| Mercedes-Benz Vehicles |
3,805 |
3,657 |
4.0 |
14,565 |
12,864 |
13.2 |
| smart |
22 |
55 |
-60.0 |
115 |
535 |
-78.5 |
| Mercedes-Benz Vans |
528 |
519 |
1.7 |
2,181 |
1,662 |
31.2 |
| TOTAL |
4,355 |
4,231 |
2.9 |
16,861 |
15,061 |
12.0 |
About Mercedes-Benz Canada
Mercedes-Benz Canada is responsible for the sales, marketing and service of the Mercedes-Benz and Mercedes-AMG passenger vehicles, Mercedes-Benz Vans and smart. Headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, Mercedes-Benz Canada Inc. employs approximately 1,500 people in 21 locations across Canada. Through a nationwide network of 11 Mercedes-Benz owned retail operations and 47 authorized dealerships, Mercedes-Benz Canada sold 48,320 vehicles in 2016. This represents the best year ever for the company and has positioned Mercedes-Benz as the top luxury manufacturer in Canada for the third consecutive year.
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SOURCE Mercedes-Benz Canada Inc.
JoAnne Caza, 416 847-7550, [email protected]; Sinead Brown, 416 847-7588, [email protected]
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