In 2021, Mercedes-Benz car sales in the USA increased by 1.1% to 329,574 vehicles — the GLE was the top-selling model while S-Class sales were up by 66%.
In full calendar year 2021, Mercedes-Bens USA increased sales of passenger cars, SUVs, and vans by 1.1% to 329,574 vehicles despite the industry-wide problems with a shortage in computer chips and covid related measures. On a year-to-date basis, MBUSA recorded sales of 276,102 Mercedes-Benz passenger vehicles (+0.4%) and 53,472 vans (+4.8%).
Mercedes-Benz USA Sales by Model in 2021
In 2021, the Mercedes-Benz USA model volume leaders were the GLE, GLC, and C-Class with totals of 65,074; 51,805; and 30,815 respectively. Sales of the luxury S-Class model increased by two-thirds after the launch of a new model. Higher luxury SUV sales also should be good for the financial bottom line. BMW was again the largest German premium brand in the US in 2021.
Mercedes-Benz USA sales by model were as follows in the US in 2021:
| Mercedes-Benz Model | 2021 | 2020 | % Change |
| A-CLASS | 8,108 | 15,332 | -47.1% |
| B-CLASS* | 1 | 1 | 0.0% |
| CLA | 6,822 | 10,997 | -38.0% |
| C-CLASS | 30,815 | 26,294 | 17.2% |
| E-CLASS/CLS | 20,947 | 27,102 | -22.7% |
| S-CLASS | 14,282 | 8,589 | 66.3% |
| SLC* | 229 | 2,122 | -89.2% |
| SL | 462 | 1,782 | -74.1% |
| SLS* | 0 | 2 | -100.0% |
| AMG GT | 3,110 | 3,489 | -10.9% |
| GLA | 14,322 | 25,348 | -43.5% |
| GLB | 26,677 | 23,183 | 15.1% |
| GLC | 51,805 | 52,626 | -1.6% |
| GLE | 65,074 | 48,154 | 35.1% |
| GLS | 24,482 | 22,172 | 10.4% |
| G-CLASS | 8,523 | 7,723 | 10.4% |
| EQS-Sedan | 443 | 0 | – |
| TOTAL | 276,102 | 274,916 | 0.4% |
| Vans1 | 53,472 | 50,999 | 4.8% |
| MBUSA Combined Total | 2021 | 2020 | Yearly % |
| GRAND TOTAL | 329,574 | 325,915 | 1.1% |
*Model has been discontinued in the U.S. market.
1Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Metris Vans, and Freightliner Sprinter, are sold and marketed in the U.S. by Mercedes-Benz USA and Daimler Vans USA, respectively.
Car Sales by Brand in the USA in 2021 (Full Year)
→ USA Car Sales by Brand in 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018
Car Sales by Brand in the USA in 2021 (Full Year):
- Acura
- Audi
- BMW
- FCA (Alfa Romeo, Chrysler, Dodge, Fiat, Jeep, Ram)
- Ford
- General Motors (GM, Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC)
- Honda
- Hyundai
- Kia
- Lexus
- Lincoln
- Mazda
- Mercedes-Benz
- Mini
- Mitsubishi
- Porsche
- Subaru
- Toyota
- Volkswagen
- Volvo
Note: Sales data as provided by manufacturers. Definitions may vary.
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 lineup in the luxury segment with model lines ranging from the sporty A-Class sedan to the flagship S-Class and the all-electric EQS.
MBUSA is also responsible for Mercedes-Benz Vans products in the U.S.