What are the differences between imported and domestically produced Mercedes-Benz cars?

[DeJeremiah]

Mercedes-Benz imported and domestically produced cars differ in price, configuration, or size. The specific details are as follows: Price difference: The most obvious difference between domestically produced Mercedes-Benz and imported Mercedes-Benz is the price. Imported models are subject to tariffs, value-added taxes, and various other taxes, along with markups from multiple middlemen. Configuration or size difference: For example, Beijing Benz, to cater to Chinese consumers' preference for "larger" cars, extends the wheelbase after domestic production, resulting in the so-called "long-wheelbase" version. Partial configuration differences: For instance, small components like door parts and interiors are often domestically produced. Many parts for domestically produced Mercedes-Benz cars are manufactured by local OEMs. For example, the wheel hubs are produced by Zhejiang Jinfei Machinery Group. Although the sources of these parts may differ and appear similar, the actual tactile experience during use is noticeably different. To some extent, China's specialization and technical levels still lag significantly behind those of foreign countries.