According to the latest Schwacke Automobile Forecast Index (F-SAX), two Mercedes models - the S-Class and the Viano - hold the highest residual values in their respective classes.  The results were determined after various models of the same vehicle class, engine variant, option list, etc. were compared over a period of three years, after which it was determined that the Viano MPV holds a 58 percent residual value and the S-Class luxury saloon holds a 52.7 percent residual value - both highest in each of their vehicle categories.

To learn more, you can find additional details of the Schwacke Automobile Forecast Index in the official press release below; or you can download the complete F-SAX to see the full list of vehicles and their results.

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OFFICIAL PRESS RELEASE


Mercedes-Benz S-Class and Viano hold their value better than any other vehicle in their respective segments

• Eurotax-Schwacke calculates depreciation after three years
  
  
• Viano and S-Class boast highest resale values
  
  

Stuttgart, Feb 08, 2007
In the latest Schwacke Automobile Forecast Index (F-SAX) – published twice a year – the Mercedes-Benz S-Class is the top luxury car whilst the Mercedes-Benz Viano leads the field in the MPV category. The F-SAX looks at models with the same mileage, comparable engine outputs and similar equipment in each vehicle category. The depreciation forecast, calculated in euros, takes into account the development of residual values in the German car market.

According to the index, the Viano MPV has a residual value of 58% after three years, while the S-Class luxury saloon retains 52.7% of its value after the same period. Both scores are the best in the respective vehicle categories.

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