Facelifted B-Class is in better shape than ever
15 Sep 2014|13,690 views
In terms of both design and technology, the second generation of the B-Class has heralded a new compact class era at Mercedes-Benz. More than 350,000 of the sports tourer have been sold since the market launch in late 2011. Now the best-seller from Mercedes-Benz has undergone a major facelift including exterior and interior enhancements along with attractive, redefined design and equipment lines.
The easiest way to recognise a facelifted B-Class is from the front: a new bumper, wide radiator trim with two louvres and now integral daytime running lamps in the head lamps give the vehicle a more organic and dynamic appearance.
LED High-Performance head lamps create a more striking look, both day and night (optional extra, not available for the B-Class Electric Drive). These increase safety at night due to their wide beam pattern and a colour similar to daylight. Bi-colour tail lamps featuring LED technology provide emphasis and make the vehicle more visible.
A high-grade, functional interior underscores the B-Class's premium quality claim. The facelift gives the vehicle a more exclusive, up-to-date feel and boosts the scope for individualisation. Mercedes-Benz has enhanced a number of high-quality details in the B-Class such as the large, free-standing head unit display, which is now larger, with a diagonal measurement of up to 8.0-inches, and the stylish dial layout for the instrument cluster.
The B-Class Electric Drive uses the B-Class's modular ENERGY SPACE body concept: the underbody houses the lithium-ion battery. Due to this intelligent packaging method, the five-seater model has been able to retain the generously proportioned luggage compartment for which it is known.
When it made its debut, the B-Class redefined the standard of safety in the compact class with a variety of new driving assistance systems, some of them included as standard equipment. These functions have now been enhanced and new assistance systems added to give the driver more support.
COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS extends the functionality of COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST with autonomous partial braking to reduce the risk of rear-end collisions.
The standard ATTENTION ASSIST feature has also been upgraded: operating within an extended speed range (60km/h - 200km/h), this now uses a five-stage bar display to visualise the driver's current attention level.
In terms of efficiency, the new B-Class continues to set benchmarks with the best Cd value in its segment. The choice of efficient engines is extensive - four diesel engines, four petrol engines and two models with alternative drive systems. Also available are the B180 and B180 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY Editions. Thanks to the new B200 CDI 4MATIC, the pleasure of all-wheel drive and safety now start at around 130g CO2/km instead of over 150g CO2/km (B220 4MATIC) as previously.
In terms of both design and technology, the second generation of the B-Class has heralded a new compact class era at Mercedes-Benz. More than 350,000 of the sports tourer have been sold since the market launch in late 2011. Now the best-seller from Mercedes-Benz has undergone a major facelift including exterior and interior enhancements along with attractive, redefined design and equipment lines.
The easiest way to recognise a facelifted B-Class is from the front: a new bumper, wide radiator trim with two louvres and now integral daytime running lamps in the head lamps give the vehicle a more organic and dynamic appearance.
LED High-Performance head lamps create a more striking look, both day and night (optional extra, not available for the B-Class Electric Drive). These increase safety at night due to their wide beam pattern and a colour similar to daylight. Bi-colour tail lamps featuring LED technology provide emphasis and make the vehicle more visible.
A high-grade, functional interior underscores the B-Class's premium quality claim. The facelift gives the vehicle a more exclusive, up-to-date feel and boosts the scope for individualisation. Mercedes-Benz has enhanced a number of high-quality details in the B-Class such as the large, free-standing head unit display, which is now larger, with a diagonal measurement of up to 8.0-inches, and the stylish dial layout for the instrument cluster.
The B-Class Electric Drive uses the B-Class's modular ENERGY SPACE body concept: the underbody houses the lithium-ion battery. Due to this intelligent packaging method, the five-seater model has been able to retain the generously proportioned luggage compartment for which it is known.
When it made its debut, the B-Class redefined the standard of safety in the compact class with a variety of new driving assistance systems, some of them included as standard equipment. These functions have now been enhanced and new assistance systems added to give the driver more support.
COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS extends the functionality of COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST with autonomous partial braking to reduce the risk of rear-end collisions.
The standard ATTENTION ASSIST feature has also been upgraded: operating within an extended speed range (60km/h - 200km/h), this now uses a five-stage bar display to visualise the driver's current attention level.
In terms of efficiency, the new B-Class continues to set benchmarks with the best Cd value in its segment. The choice of efficient engines is extensive - four diesel engines, four petrol engines and two models with alternative drive systems. Also available are the B180 and B180 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY Editions. Thanks to the new B200 CDI 4MATIC, the pleasure of all-wheel drive and safety now start at around 130g CO2/km instead of over 150g CO2/km (B220 4MATIC) as previously.
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