Mercedes B-Class Compact Sports Tourer

Much more agile and efficient, but more comfortable and roomy as ever - the new Mercedes-Benz B-Class is a winner on all fronts. Reduce the height of the vehicle and the more upright seating position give a first impression that refers to the credentials of the dynamics of the Compact Sports Tourer is.

With a new four-cylinder gasoline engine with direct injection and turbocharger, a new diesel engine, a new dual-clutch transmission, a new manual transmission and new systems of care, the car front-wheel drive also sounds in a new technological era for the compact cars from Mercedes-Benz. "There is no paradigm shift in the history of Mercedes-Benz has seen many changes introduced in one fell swoop," says Dr. Thomas Weber, Board member responsible for Group Research and Development Manager, Mercedes-Benz Cars . "The Future of Class B, customers will benefit from this qualitative leap in terms of low fuel consumption and exemplary emission of CO2 along with the driving pleasure, with plenty of space and the highest level of security that has been available in this class. "

The world premiere of the new Class B (length / width / height: 4359/1786/1557 mm) was carried out at the 2011 Frankfurt International Motor Show. It'll make its way to European showrooms in November 2011.

Exterior design: the perfect disguise in a more attractive

The new Mercedes B-Class sports tourer is a typical, offering plenty of space combined with an impressive performance as a dynamic five-door hatchback. The characteristic lines of its exterior design shows these two attributes: front and rear sport-wide emphasis on design, with a wide grille and prominent headlights extend along the sides at the front while the rear has a large two-piece rear window , the tail lights with horizontal scroll meanders and a tailgate large low load threshold.


Sportsmanship and exceptional new aerodynamics are particularly evident in the lateral line: the bonnet, flows seamlessly into the A-pillar and roof line drops elegantly striking roof spoiler. The roof features a line of print, which gives the vehicle a more. Pronounced wheel arches offset by the lines of dynamic structures under the waistline is a sporty interpretation of the current design line Mercedes-Benz. The lower edge of the body features dynamic side skirts add a touch of light to the vehicle's appearance. Fine details like headlight exquisite design with the new focus element confirm the unmistakable credentials of the premium brand to shine through in the compact, too.