2015 Mercedes-Benz B250
STUTTGART : September 12, 2014 - In terms of both design and technology, the second generation of the B-Class car 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 breadth of choice is unique in this
segment: five economical diesel models with consumption statistics
ranging from 3.6 to 5.0 l/100 km, four efficient petrol engines at
between 5.4 and 6.6 l/100 km, alternative drive systems (B 200 Natural
Gas Drive and B-Class Electric Drive), as well as optional 4MATIC
all-wheel drive. What is more, with a Cd value of less than
0.25 the sports tourer continues to be the role model for its class.
Sales of the new B-Class commence on 12 September, with the world
première taking place during the Paris Motor Show (4 to 19 October). The
revamped models will be making their way to dealerships from
29 November 2014. Prices start from 27,102.25 euros for the B 180.
"As the first member of a completely new
generation of compact class, for us the B-Class paved the way for great
success in this vehicle segment. The pioneer is now in better shape than
ever," says Ola Källenius, Member of the Divisional Board Mercedes-Benz
Cars responsible for Marketing & Sales. "The B-Class is the perfect
(family) car for anyone who attaches importance to practicality,
comfort and safety, but at the same time doesn't want to miss out on
sportiness or driving dynamics."
More light: LED High Performance headlamps now available
The easiest way to recognise a facelifted B-Class
with a petrol or diesel engine is from the front: a new bumper, wide
radiator trim with two louvres and now integral daytime running lamps in
the headlamps give the vehicle a more organic and dynamic appearance.
The rear bumper has also been modified and now features a contoured
covering and an additional chrome trim strip. LED High Performance
headlamps create a more striking look, both day and night (optional
extra, not available for the B-Class Electric Drive or Natural Gas
Drive). These increase safety at night due to their wide beam pattern
and light of a colour similar to daylight. Bicolour 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 of up to 20.3 cm (8 inches), and the stylish
dial layout for the instrument cluster. There is a choice of 12 colours
for the ambient lighting, allowing different moods to be created.
Mercedes-Benz has also revised the model range
and aligned the logic to the other compact models. There are three new
design and equipment lines: Style, Urban and AMG Line. Each features a
number of distinctive exterior and interior details. The Night,
Exclusive and AMG Exclusive packages build on these and provide more
options for individualisation.
KEYLESS-GO is new as an optional extra. This
access and drive authorisation system with KEYLESS-GO starting function
allows the vehicle to be opened, started and locked simply by carrying
the electronic key with you
.
Safety: autonomous partial braking if the risk of a collision is detected
When it made its début, 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 (60 - 200 km/h), this now uses a five-stage bar
display to visualise the driver's current attention level.
"Mercedes connect me" links the B-Class to its environment
Next-generation telematics offer more intuitive
operation; functions are more accessible due to animated menus and
visual representations on a larger display in the head unit.
"Mercedes connect me" links the B-Class to its
environment. Basic Mercedes connect me services can be used with the
standard communications module.
The available services include, among others,
accident recovery, as well as service maintenance and incident
management. In an accident, the Mercedes-Benz emergency call system
automatically connects the occupants with the Mercedes-Benz Emergency
Call Centre and sends the position and condition of the vehicle to the
rescue operations centre. A rescue vehicle can then be dispatched
immediately. The system works automatically but can also be triggered
manually.
The special Remote Online equipment enables
customers to connect with their vehicle anywhere and at any time via the
URL "connect.mercedes.me" and to query by smartphone the fill level of
their fuel tank, for example.
Mercedes connect me services are even more
extensive for the B-Class Electric Drive: Via "connect.mercedes.me". The
current charging level of the lithium-ion battery and current vehicle
range can be queried comfortably from a distance. The range of Mercedes
connect me services is rounded off by the ability (depending on the
temperature) to preheat or precool the vehicle ready for a specified
departure time.
COMAND Online customers are also able to receive real-time traffic information courtesy of Live Traffic Information.
A wide spectrum: petrol and diesel engines, all-wheel drive and alternative drive systems
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 B 180 and B 180 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY
Editions.
Thanks to the new B 200 CDI 4MATIC, the pleasure of all-wheel drive and safety now start at around 130 g CO2/km instead of over 150 g CO2/km
(B 220 4MATIC) as previously. In total there are now four models with
all-wheel drive for improved traction, high driving stability and safe
handling.
The B 200 Natural Gas Drive and the B-Class Electric Drive
coming soon (sales release: 3 November) join the portfolio as two
models with alternative drive systems. Both use the B-Class's modular
ENERGY SPACE body concept: The underbody houses one large and two
smaller gas tanks and a 14-litre petrol tank (B 200 Natural Gas Drive)
or the lithium-ion battery (B-Class Electric Drive). 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.
The model range: new product logic with three lines
As part of the facelift, Mercedes-Benz has
revised the B-Class's model range and brought the model breakdown into
line with the other compact models. There are three new design and
equipment lines: Style, Urban and AMG Line. Each features plenty of
distinctive exterior and interior details. The Night, Exclusive and AMG
Exclusive packages build on these and provide more options for
individualisation. New KEYLESS-GO functions simplify operation.
The Style equipment line
underlines the B-Class's stylish appearance. Exterior characteristics
include light-alloy wheels in an expressive design, radiator trim with
two louvres painted in iridium silver with chrome inserts, and
shoulderline trim strips in chrome. For the stylish interior there are
seats with Vianen upholstery fabric, trim with a line pattern, and
selected elements in silver chrome such as the moulding on the
multifunction steering wheel, highlights on the gear lever, and the
switches on the top control panel. Useful details like a double cup
holder on the centre console and a 12V socket in the rear round off the
high-quality feel.
The Urban equipment line
emphasises the vehicle's sportiness both inside and out. The radiator
trim with two louvres painted in iridium silver and chrome inserts, 43.2
cm (17-inch) 5-spoke light-alloy wheels, and a twin-pipe exhaust system
integrated into the bumper with chrome-look tailpipe trim create a
dynamic impression. In the interior the sporty character is on display
with seats featuring upholstery in ARTICO man-made leather/Montfoort
fabric and a leather multifunction steering wheel with perforated grip
area. Details like contrasting topstitching, silver chrome highlights
and sail pattern trim round off the high-quality feel.
The AMG Line augments the
vehicle's sportiness and exclusivity. Powerful AMG bodystyling ensures a
dynamic appearance along with the radiator trim, which has two louvres
painted in iridium silver and chrome inserts, and the two-pipe exhaust
system integrated into the bumper with chrome look tailpipe trim. A
lowered comfort suspension with Sports Direct-Steer system improves
handling and boosts driving enjoyment. 45.7 cm (18-inch) 5-twin-spoke
AMG light-alloy wheels, perforated brake discs at the front, and brake
callipers at the front with Mercedes-Benz lettering complete the
striking exterior. Seats in ARTICO man-made leather/DINAMICA microfibre
and the multifunction sports steering wheel with flattened bottom
section, as well as a gear lever with perforated leather, add stylishly
sporty elements in the interior. This equipment line also includes red
contrasting topstitching on the door armrests, centre console, seats,
and gear lever. Brushed stainless steel sports pedals with rubber studs
are another highlight.
The Night package allows the
exterior to be individualised further. It includes selected design
elements in black. The radiator trim sports two high-gloss black louvres
and chrome inserts. The 45.7 cm (18-inch) high-sheen light-alloy
wheels, exterior mirror housing, and shoulderline trim strips also come
in black. Dark-tinted glass from the B-pillar to the rear protects
against prying eyes and simultaneously emphasises the sporty character.
Comfort, quality, and design are hallmarks of the Exclusive package.
Highlights include heated front seats with 4-way lumbar support that,
like the multifunction steering wheel and gear lever, are covered with
high-quality leather. The instrument panel and door centre panel are
trimmed with matching ARTICO man-made leather. Leather seats are
available in the following expressive colours: cranberry red, hazelnut
brown and black. Silver chrome design elements also help to create an
exclusive ambience. Among the many other practical details are infrared
convenience closing and a 12V socket in the rear.
Building on the AMG Line, the AMG Exclusive package
offers even more exclusivity, individuality and sportiness. Features
include heated seats with 4-way lumbar support where black RED CUT
leather upholstery with red contrasting topstitching creates striking
highlights. To match them, the instrument panel and door centre panels,
as well as the armrests in the doors, are trimmed with ARTICO man-made
leather and have red contrasting topstitching. The leather multifunction
sports steering wheel with flattened bottom section and perforated grip
area and the leather gearshift lever emphasise the sporty character.
All diesel models at a glance:
|
Model
|
B 160 CDI*
|
B 180 CDI*
|
B 180 CDI BE Edition
|
B 200 CDI*/***
|
B 220 CDI**/***
|
|
Number of cylinders/arrangement
|
4 in-line
|
4 in-line
|
4 in-line
|
4 in-line
|
4 in-line
|
|
Displacement (cc)
|
1461
|
1461
|
1461
|
2143
|
2143
|
|
Rated output (kW/hp at rpm)
|
66/90 at 2750-4000
|
80/109 at 4000
|
80/109 at 4000
|
100/136 at 3200-4000 [3400-4400]
|
130/177 at 3600-3800
|
|
Rated torque (Nm at rpm)
|
240 at 1700-2500
|
260 at 1750-2500
|
260 at 1750-2500
|
300 at 1400-3000
|
350 at 1400-3400
|
|
Combined fuel consumption from (l/100 km)
|
4.1 (4.0)
|
4.1 (4.0)
|
3.6
|
4.3 D (4.0) [5.0]
|
4.1 [5.0]
|
|
Combined CO2 emissions from (g/km)
|
108 (104)
|
108 (104)
|
94
|
111 (104) [130]
|
107 [130]
|
|
Efficiency class
|
A (A+)
|
A (A+)
|
A+
|
A (A+) [B]
|
A+ [B]
|
|
Acceleration 0-100 km/h (s)
|
14.0 (14.3)
|
11.6 (11.9)
|
11.6
|
9.9 (9.8) [9.8]
|
8.3
[8.3]
|
|
Top speed (km/h)
|
180 (180)
|
190 (190)
|
190
|
210 (210) [207]
|
224 [220]
|
|
Price (euros)****
|
27,905.50
|
28,857.50
|
29,333.50
|
31,088.75 [35,462.00]
|
36,027.25 [38,228.75]
|
*Figures for model with 7G-DCT in round
brackets, ** standard with 7G-DCT dual clutch transmission, ***figures
for 4MATIC version in square brackets, **** recommended retail price in
Germany, including 19% VAT. BE = BlueEFFICIENCY
All petrol models at a glance:
|
Model
|
B 180
|
B 180 BE Edition*****
|
B 200**
|
B 220 4MATIC*
|
B 250*/***
|
|
Number of cylinders/arrangement
|
4 in-line
|
4 in-line
|
4 in-line
|
4 in-line
|
4 in-line
|
|
Displacement (cc)
|
1595
|
1595
|
1595
|
1991
|
1991
|
|
Rated output (kW/hp at rpm)
|
90/122 at 5000
|
90/122 at 5000
|
115/156 at 5300
|
135/184 at 5500
|
155/211 at 5500
|
|
Rated torque (Nm at rpm)
|
200 at 1250-4000
|
200 at 1250-4000
|
250 at 1250-4000
|
300 at 1200-4000
|
350 at 1200-4000
|
|
Combined fuel consumption from (l/100 km)
|
5.6 (5.4)
|
5.2
|
5.6 (5.4)
|
6.5
|
6.1 (6.6)
|
|
Combined CO2 emissions from (g/km)
|
129 (125)
|
122
|
130 (125)
|
151
|
141 [154]
|
|
Efficiency class
|
B (B)
|
B
|
B (B)
|
C
|
C [C]
|
|
Acceleration 0-100 km/h (s)
|
9.3 (9.2)
|
9.3
|
8.6 (8.4)
|
7.5
|
6.8 [6.7]
|
|
Top speed (km/h)
|
200 (200)
|
190
|
220 (220)
|
225
|
240 [235]
|
|
Price (euros)****
|
27,102.25
|
27,578.25
|
29,036.00
|
33,647.25
|
35,134.75 [37,336.25]
|
*Standard with 7G-DCT dual clutch transmission,
**figures for model with 7G-DCT in brackets, ***figures for 4MATIC
version in square brackets, ****recommended retail price in Germany,
including 19% VAT, *****available from March 2015. BE = BlueEFFICIENCY
All models with alternative drive systems at a glance:
|
Model
|
B 200 Natural Gas Drive*
|
B-Class Electric Drive**
|
|
Number of cylinders/arrangement
|
4 in-line
|
-
|
|
Displacement (cc)
|
1991
|
-
|
|
Rated output (kW/hp at rpm)
|
115/156 at 5000
|
132/180
|
|
Rated torque (Nm at rpm)
|
270 at 1250-4000
|
340
|
|
Fuel consumption, combined, from
|
4.3 kg (4.2 kg)
|
16.6 kWh/100 km
|
|
Combined CO2 emissions from (g/km)
|
117 (115)
|
0
|
|
Efficiency class
|
A (A)
|
A+
|
|
Acceleration 0-100 km/h (s)
|
9.2 (9.1)
|
7.9
|
|
Top speed (km/h)
|
200 (200)
|
160
|
|
Price (euros)***
|
32,903.50
|
not yet available
|
*Figures for model with 7G-DCT in brackets, **provisional figures, ***recommended retail price in Germany, including 19% VAT.
Images : 2015 Mercedes-Benz B-Class
[Source : DAIMLER]
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