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Mercedes-Benz Q2 sales fall 9% impacted by tariffs

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Posted on July 7, 2025

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(Reuters) -German carmaker Mercedes-Benz said on Monday its second-quarter unit sales of cars and vans fell 9%, citing the impact of tariffs. Deliveries fell to 547,100 cars and vans in the April-June

Mercedes-Benz Q2 sales fall 9% impacted by tariffs

(Reuters) -German carmaker Mercedes-Benz said on Monday its second-quarter unit sales of cars and vans fell 9%, citing the impact of tariffs.

Deliveries fell to 547,100 cars and vans in the April-June period, while sales of battery electric vehicles dropped even more sharply by 18%, to 41,900 vehicles, the company said in a statement.

Second-quarter sales of Mercedes' Cars unit fell 9% to 453,700 vehicles, with sales in North America dropping 14%, while they slumped 19% in China.

"Deliveries to dealerships were carefully calibrated to navigate new global tariff policies, impacting sales of Mercedes-Benz Cars in the U.S. and China in particular," said the carmaker.

Meanwhile, in Germany and Europe, sales were up 7% and 1%, respectively, Mercedes Benz added.

(Reporting by Amir Orusov and Ilona Wissenbach, Editing by Miranda Murray)

Key Takeaways

  • Mercedes-Benz Q2 sales fell 9% due to tariffs.
  • Electric vehicle sales dropped by 18%.
  • North America and China saw significant sales declines.
  • Sales increased in Germany and Europe.
  • Tariffs affected U.S. and China sales particularly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the percentage decline in Mercedes-Benz Q2 sales?
Mercedes-Benz reported a 9% decline in its second-quarter unit sales.
How many vehicles did Mercedes-Benz deliver in Q2?
The company delivered 547,100 cars and vans in the April-June period.
What impact did tariffs have on Mercedes-Benz sales?
The company cited new global tariff policies as a significant factor impacting sales, particularly in the U.S. and China.
How did sales of battery electric vehicles perform?
Sales of battery electric vehicles dropped sharply by 18%, totaling 41,900 vehicles.
What was the sales trend in Europe for Mercedes-Benz?
In Germany, sales were up 7%, while sales in Europe increased by 1%.

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