This is a seriously contradicting and confusing piece of news. We say that because Europe is stuck in crisis with apparently no exit while Mercedes-Benz on the other hand has reported impressive sales figures for its recently launched A-Class.
The new A-Class is an entry level model for the 'star in a circle' moniker but is still considered a premium car in the C-segment category. Interestingly that hasn't stopped the people of Europe from ordering the premium hatch in rather large numbers.
Mercedes-Benz CEO Dieter Zetsche has reportedly told German news daily Die Zeit that over 90,000 orders have been booked for the premium compact hatchback since its introduction early this year.
Speaking about sales, other than Mercedes, the people's car - Volkswagen - has also reported positive sales numbers for its seventh-generation Golf at slightly over 40,000 orders.
The new A-Class is an entry level model for the 'star in a circle' moniker but is still considered a premium car in the C-segment category. Interestingly that hasn't stopped the people of Europe from ordering the premium hatch in rather large numbers.
Mercedes-Benz CEO Dieter Zetsche has reportedly told German news daily Die Zeit that over 90,000 orders have been booked for the premium compact hatchback since its introduction early this year.
Speaking about sales, other than Mercedes, the people's car - Volkswagen - has also reported positive sales numbers for its seventh-generation Golf at slightly over 40,000 orders.
