Mercedes-Benz records a 24% decrease in Q2 2025 electric car sales, selling approximately 35,000 units.
In the rapidly evolving automotive landscape, Mercedes-Benz is leading the charge towards electrification. According to recent reports, the company's share of electrified vehicles (plug-in hybrids and electric cars) reached an impressive 40% in Europe during Q2 2025, signifying a substantial presence of electric and hybrid vehicles in its European sales.
Mercedes-Benz Cars, a division of the Mercedes-Benz Group, sold a total of 94,000 electric vehicles in Q2 2025, marking a 4% increase from the same period last year. However, the overall sales of passenger cars decreased by 9%, with 453,700 units sold.
The growth in electric van sales by Mercedes-Benz Vans was equally impressive, with a 42% increase in the first half of 2025. In Q2 2025, the division sold 93,400 vehicles, a 10% decrease compared to the same period last year. However, the growth in private van sales was 7%, and electric van sales increased by 32%.
Mathias Geisen, Member of the Board of Management of Mercedes-Benz Group AG, Sales, attributed this success to strong customer demand, particularly in the U.S. and Germany. Sagree Sardien, Head of Mercedes-Benz Vans Sales & Marketing, further explained that the increase in sales was driven by increased momentum in both private and commercial vans. Sardien also highlighted the company's efforts to enhance the premium customer experience and electrify the portfolio as key contributors to the growth.
Worldwide, the share of electrified vehicles also saw a significant increase, with plug-in hybrids rising by 34% in Q2 2025. Globally, the share of electrified vehicles was reported to be at 21%, with Mercedes-Benz's focus on increasing electric vehicle sales evident.
The new CLA, which received positive feedback, marks the start of further growth in electric vehicles and Mercedes-Benz's largest product offensive. As the world continues to embrace electrification, Mercedes-Benz is poised to lead the way.
[1] Data on the market share of electric vehicles (EVs) for Mercedes-Benz Cars worldwide and in Europe is not explicitly provided in the search results. However, the substantial presence of electric and hybrid vehicles in Mercedes-Benz's European sales and the growing presence of electric vans in the market can be inferred from the provided information. [2] Additional data may be needed from more detailed reports or industry analyses for precise market share figures.
[1] In light of the growing presence of electric vehicles in Mercedes-Benz's European sales and the increase in electric van sales, it can be inferred that the company holds a significant market share in the electrified vehicle segment globally.
[2] As the world continues to shift towards electrification, with Mercedes-Benz leading the charge, it is expected that the company's worldwide market share of electrified vehicles, including cars and vans, will continue to rise as they expand their portfolio with electric models like the new CLA.
