Beijing, November 9, 2010 – After a record-shattering first three quarters, Mercedes-Benz continued its upward flight in China as it sold nearly 14,000 units of Mercedes-Benz, smart, AMG, and Maybach in October, representing a 119% increase from the same month last year. "Our record sales over 115,330 units and our high growth rate of 128% in the first 10 month of this year have showed our continuous high sales momentum month over month. This is a reflection of the appreciation of our customers for our dynamic and exclusive brand, our fascinating cars and the first class service of our dealers." said Klaus Maier, President and CEO of Mercedes-Benz (China) Ltd. "With the launch of Mercedes-Benz A-Class model this month, the complete Mercedes-Benz car lineup will have been brought to China, which gives us even more confidence about Mercedes-Benz performance in the market."

As Mercedes-Benz's flagship model, the S-Class continued to stand at the pinnacle of the world's top luxury car segment. In October, it rose 87% for a delivery of over 2,020 cars, adding to a total sales figure of 18,485 units during the first ten months –solidifying China's position as the world's largest S-Class market.

The E-Class, touted as the "World's Best Business Sedan" continued to enjoy its position as Mercedes-Benz's volume leader in October with nearly 3,170 units sold. The Long Wheelbase E-Class, tailor-made specifically for the Chinese market, has gained a large customer base of Chinese business executives, government officials, and celebrities since its launch, all of whom contributed to the E-Class' sales 33,170 units over the first ten months.

The locally-manufactured C-Class experienced another record-breaking month in October, with a diversified seven models that comes fully equipped with many innovative technical features to deliver a most convenient and confident driving experience. In the first ten months, this helped the C-Class sell over 21,320 units, representing a 66% year-on-year growth.

Mercedes-Benz SUV family's rich lineup continued riding the wave of popularity of luxury SUVs in China, as it ascended 92% year-on-year during the first ten months. The GLK-Class once again enjoyed its reign at the top of the pack, selling almost 10,000 units from January to October to mark a 217% growth. The R-Class maintained its momentum with a noteworthy 192% rise in its monthly sales, thereby cementing China's place as its largest market in the world.

The Mercedes-Benz sports car family was led by the CLS-Class, which sold nearly 2,260 units in the first ten months for a sales growth of 180%. As testament to its unparalleled status, the all-new CLS-Class recently unveiled at the Paris Motor Show was just awarded with the "Golden Steering Wheel" by one of the most influential automobile magazines in Europe –The best product in the executive and luxury class segment. Meanwhile, the stunning SLK roadster increased its annual total to almost 1,460 units. Sales of the E-Coupe also rose to nearly 1,760 units in the first ten months.

The B-Class luxury sports tourer expanded its customer network in the first ten months with over 9,220 units sold, representing a 176% growth. China's first luxury station wagon, the C-Class Estate continued to attract individuals desiring a vehicle with a perfect balance of performance and versatility.

Through unique marketing initiatives and governmental support towards achieving zero-emission mobility, lifestyle-oriented smart again witnessed its best performing month ever in China since its entrance into the market, achieving monthly sales almost 1,000 units and an impressive 179% year-on-year growth for the first ten months.

Finally, Mercedes-Benz's high performance AMG brand sped further ahead with a 128% growth compared to the first ten months last year, highlighted by the newly-launched SLS AMG. Having just become the only car to win a Design Award of the Federal Republic of Germany in gold, this super sports car will undoubtedly power ahead to help the three-pointed star satisfy even more customers in China.