Mercedes-Benz

German luxury automotive brand headquartered in Stuttgart since 1926

Mercedes-Benz passenger cars, vans and AMG performance models from one of the oldest and most recognized premium marques.

GermanyGermanyAutomotiveLuxury carsCommercial vansFounded 1926

About Mercedes-Benz

Mercedes-Benz arose from the 1926 merger of Benz & Cie. and Daimler-Motoren-Gesellschaft, building on Karl Benz's 1886 patent motor car. Today Mercedes-Benz Group AG sells luxury sedans, SUVs, electric EQ models, AMG performance cars and Mercedes-Benz Vans, with design and technology that define the global premium segment.

Why consider Mercedes-Benz

  • Century-plus heritage in luxury automotive engineering
  • Wide model range from A-Class to S-Class and G-Class
  • Advanced driver assistance and in-car technology
  • Strong European service and parts infrastructure
  • EQ electric lineup for buyers transitioning from combustion engines

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Brand comparison

BrandCountryPositioningMain categoryPrice level
Mercedes-BenzGermanyGermanyLuxury and innovationAutomotivePremium to luxury
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Brand details

Brand ownership

  1. Mercedes-Benz Group AG
  2. Mercedes-Benz
  3. Mercedes-AMG
  4. Mercedes-EQ

Market presence

  • Global Mercedes-Benz dealer network
  • European production plants
  • Mercedes me connected services
  • Certified pre-owned programs
  • Formula 1 and motorsport brand visibility

Brand timeline

  1. 1886Karl Benz patents the motor car (Benz lineage)
  2. 1926Mercedes-Benz brand created from Benz and Daimler merger
  3. 1999AMG integrated as performance division
  4. 2019EQC launches Mercedes electric sub-brand push
  5. 2022Group rebrands to Mercedes-Benz Group AG
  6. TodayFlagship German luxury brand electrifying core lineup