Mercedes drops proposal for subcompacts

The A class (shown) is part of Mercedes' strong-selling compact range that also includes the B class, GLA and CLA. (Daimler AG - Global Communications Mercedes-Benz Cars)

May 19, 2014 05:00 AM

BRESCIA, Italy -- The smallest Mercedes-Benz will remain the A-class compact, although the Smart brand could expand into subcompacts, Daimler CEO Dieter Zetsche said.

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