Mercedes-Benz B Class

Introduction:

Knowledge leads to innovation, mobility leads to power and the blend of the two yields the Mercedes Benz B Class. The car from the German pathfinder Mercedes-Benz is presented as a Compact Sports Tourer, which encases a front-wheel drive. The car was unveiled in 2005 and features a two-box design of which, the one-box is for the drivetrain and the other for the passenger and luggage compartments. The car owing to its sporty styling and light handling of a hatchback is expected to fetch a good business in the Sri Lankan markets with the enthusiasts craving a sporty and stylish hatch that features a precisely responsive handling.

Engine, mileage and variants:

The compact sports tourer from Mercedes-Benz comes in 4 variants namely- the B 180 CDI BlueEfficiency and the B 200 CDI BlueEfficiency diesel variants and the B 180 and the B 200 BlueEfficiency petrol variants. Among this the most dynamic is the B 200 BlueEfficiency petrol variant, that is integrated with the technologies like high-pressure direct injection that maintains a precise combustion operation at all speeds and the variable valve control results in an optimum cylinder charge level and provide efficient combustion benefits. This finely refined power-mill churns out a maximum power output of 115kW at 5300 rpm and a maximum torque of 250Nm between 1250 to 4000 rpm. Owing to the efficient technologies integrated in the engine the car features a high fuel economy by sipping 6.2 to 5.9 litres of fuel to travel a distance of 100km at a stretch.

Exterior:

Functionality and elegance are harmoniously blended to give the Mercedes-Benz B Class a stylish and sporty design. The eye-catching and sophisticated front look of the car is a product of the dominating and imposing radiator grille, with two horizontal expressive chromed slats and the Mercedes-Benz logo sculpted at the center and the eye-shaped dazzling headlamps with day-time running LEDs. The side profile of the car hints a detailed aerodynamics and its look is accentuated by the spectacular 16-inch alloy wheels. The sportiness injected in the DNA of the car is revealed in its particularly sporty and well-tweaked rear design. The wide and sporty appearance of the car is a conduct of its precise exterior dimensions reading – 4359mm x 1786mm x 1557mm and a wheelbase of 2699, which further contributes towards the stability of the car.

Interior:

The interiors of this sports tourer from Mercedes indicates the real sporty spirit of the car that lies in the blend of high-quality materials, advanced technology and convenience adding features. The driver of the car is gifted with a pleasurable authority in the form of the features like the leather-wrapped 3-spoke multifunctional steering wheel, soul intuitive control panel and the large LCD screen with optional Command Online multimedia system. While, the solemnly perceptible comfort part of the car is added by the large and supportive Artico man-made leather-appointed seats, the Audio 20 CD sound system and the automatic air-conditioning system. With this the car gives you a capacious amount of head and leg room and a spacious cargo volume of 486 litres.

Safety, braking and miscellaneous:

The interiors of the car along with offering a luxurious comfort and delightful convenience cocoons its occupants in a caring envelop of dependable safety features. The Electronic Stability program equipped in the sporty car uses the information from various sensors and helps in maintaining the preciseness of the controlling. With this the car features the Adaptive Braking system, Anti-lock Braking System , Electronic Brake-force Distribution, Attention Assist, optional Lane Keeping Assist, Collision Prevention Assist and the Blind Spot Assist.

Verdict:

Mercedes-Benz B Class with its sporty and stylish design, precise handling and comfortable and safe interiors promises you a really delightful and sporty driving experience. However, there is a scope for the upgradation of the power values available.