BMW extends lead over Mercedes for premium sales title; Tesla closes in on Audi

BMW iX1 12.jpg — BMW increased EV sales by 92 percent with the iX1 electric SUV, shown, as a key sales driver.

January 12, 2024 09:43 AM

BMW in 2023 extended its lead over Mercedes-Benz as the world's top-selling premium brand, while fourth-place Tesla nearly overtook Audi for the third spot.

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