Mercedes-Benz sold 547,100 cars and vans in the second quarter. The results are a down of 9% from the previous year.
Demand for Mercedes-Benz Cars was still strong in the U.S. and Germany remained strong, reflected in a 26% and 7% rise in deliveries to customers respectably
Autos
The auto due to tariff policies in the US and Chain, deliveries to dealerships were carefully calibrated. The tariff policies were impacting sales of Mercedes-Benz Cars in the U.S. and China.
“It is an honor to rejoin Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) and take the helm leading North American Marketing and Sales. I look forward to building on the strong foundation in the U.S. market that continues to be fueled by robust demand in the Top-End vehicle segment, and sustained interest in our core products and long-range and performance plug-in hybrid models. With the incredible MBUSA team and the unwavering support of the best dealers in the industry, we will unlock the potential of this important market together to shape the future of this extraordinary brand.”
— Adam Chamberlain, President & CEO, Mercedes-Benz USA
The GLC remained the top-selling car globally in the first half of 2025. Group sales of the GLC increased by 9% in the second quarter, while the new CLE proved popular with sales up 30% in Q2 and 66% in the first half of 2025.
Global Plug-In-Hybrid sales increased by 34% in the second quarter. In Europe, the share of electrified vehicles (xEVs) reached 40%, and 21% on a global level in the second quarter.
In terms of model changeovers, 2025 is the beginning of a multi-year product and technology launch campaign. After the first models of the all-new CLA were introduced in Europe in the first half, more models and markets will follow during this year. In September, the all-new electric GLC will be revealed which will strengthen the electric vehicle portfolio in the mid-size segment.
Vans
Mercedes-Benz Vans sold 93,400 units in the second quarter, with a 32% year-on-year rise in electric vans, reflecting solid customer demand.
“The Mercedes-Benz Vans result for Q2 2025 shows a positive development of 13% relative to Q1 2025. The growth on the quarter is driven by an increased momentum in both private and commercial vans. We are encouraged to see the intensification of our efforts to deliver a premium customer experience and electrification of the portfolio, translated into a 7% growth for private vans and 42% for eVans in the first half of the year.”
— Sagree Sardien, Head of Mercedes-Benz Vans Sales & Marketing
In the first half of the year, commercial segment sales amounted to 82% of total sales, thus demonstrating the continued high relevance of commercial vans. Private vans represented 18% of overall sales. Beginning of next year, Mercedes-Benz Vans intends to expand its model portfolio within the private van segment with the VLE, which recently successfully underwent long-range testing traveling almost 1,100 kilometers from Stuttgart to Rome with only two short charging stops of 15 minutes each.
About Mercedes-Benz USA
Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA), headquartered in Atlanta, is responsible for the distribution, marketing and customer service for all Mercedes-Benz products in the United States. MBUSA offers drivers the most diverse line-up in the luxury segment with 18 model lines ranging from the sporty GLA SUV to the flagship S-Class and the dynamic all-electric vehicles from Mercedes-Benz. MBUSA is also responsible for Mercedes-Benz Vans in the U.S. More information on MBUSA and its products can be found at www.mbusa.com and www.mbvans.com .
