It’s an all-new B-Class from Mercedes and that doesn’t mean that they’ve just slapped a few new bin parts on it, changed the year it was made and called it “all new”, this range really is, “all new”.

The new B-Cass features two new four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engines, descendants from last year’s BlueDIRECT V6 and V8 models. The engines are also designed for transverse and longitudinal installation, and that means the turning on this 11-metre long car is extraordinary.

Both petrol models feature a 1.6-litre version, the B180 at 90kw and the B200 at 115kw.

The two diesel engines in the range are 1.8-litres, the B180 CDI at 80 kW and the B200 CDI at 100 kW.

The big news however is the new 7G-DCT dual clutch transmission in the B-Class. It’s compact, has 7 gears and has an electric oil pump which means start/stop functionality is included, in fact it’s standard across the range. It also means you get the convenience of an auto with the fuel efficiency of a manual.

Get it: www.mercedes.co.za
For:
B 180 R 299 600
B 200 R 319 600
B 180 CDI R 325 000
B 200 CDI R 358 000