Mercedes-Benz proved to be very popular at the Johannesburg International Motor Show as it was the first to open its passenger vehicles stand – and they did so with a bang, smoke, men in suits, and of course their latest fascinating models displayed in a fashionable manner.

No less than twenty fascinating models

First up was the latest addition to the extensive Mercedes-Benz Guard family, the armoured M-Class Guard SUV, which follows the brand’s typical integrated special protection design principle. Meaning that the individual protection elements are integrated in the raw vehicle bodyshell from scratch in an autonomous process, by virtue of which the entire passenger compartment receives a kind of coat of armour that even includes elements such as the roof frame struts, locks, door gaps and exterior mirror mounts.

Then there was the revolutionary designed S-Class which also features a hybrid in its line-up, the recently re-launched feisty A 45 AMG and the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Black Series boasting a mix of breathtaking design, outstanding driving dynamics and uncompromising lightweight construction. Roadster heaven continued with the SL and SLK sports cars, while the CLS 500 Shooting Brake made its mark with creative appeal that underscores its leading role in the design field.

Among the many vehicles on stand some other highlights included the A-Class based compact SUV – the GLA which is due in April next year, the now available CLA which features the same engine as the five-door A45 AMG. Mercedes-Benz also brought its A-game to the Light Commercial Vehicle’s stand with the humongous green monster Unimog concept truck. Show-goers will also get to see the Mercedes-Benz C-Class coupe, E-Class cabriolet and the SL Class models gracing one of the biggest stands at the show.

Mercedes-Benz JIMS gallery