The rise in sales for the Munich-based carmaker is credited mainly to the strong performance of its X5 SUV, which benefited from new diesel models, as well continued success of the Mini (up 24%). Mercedes also did exceptionally well on the back of strong demand for its new C-Class, Reuters reports.
Strong sales is definitely a positive for any carmaker but with even more models scheduled to hit showrooms in coming years, we wonder if BMW will be able to maintain its exclusivity. Entry-level luxury cars from brands like Mercedes and BMW are becoming the norm in Western markets and are losing much of the cachet they once held.