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Overview
The 2018 Mercedes-Benz B-Class Base is a front-wheel drive, 5-door Mini Mpv that was released to the Australian market on 2nd January 2019 classified as a W246. The Mercedes-Benz B-Class is regarded as a Small Luxury built in Germany with prices starting at $50,200 before on-road costs.
This Mercedes-Benz B-Class is powered by a 2.1L 4-cylinder engine that has 100 kW of power (at 3200 rpm) and 300 Nm of torque (at 1400 rpm) via a 7 SP MANUAL transmission. Mercedes-Benz claims the B-Class Base uses 4.2L/100km of Diesel in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 114g of CO2. It has a 50L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 1190km per full tank
The Mercedes-Benz B-Class measures 1557mm (61.3 inches) in height, 4393mm (173.0 inches) in length, 1786mm (70.3 inches) in width with a 2699mm (106.3 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1505kg (3318.0 lbs) of unladen weight. The B-Class Base comes standard with 225/45 R17 front tyres and 225/45 R17 rear tyres. It requires a service every 12 months or 25,000 km, whichever comes first. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
The 2018 Mercedes-Benz B-Class Base has a 98mm ground clearance with a 1400kg braked and 750kg unbraked towing capacity.
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Power to Weight
63.16 - 102.99 kW/t
62.73 kW/t
184.91 kW/t
Boot Space
488 litres
260 litres
605 litres
Fuel Efficiency
4.2 - 6.8 L/100km
0.6 L/100km
9.2 L/100km
Vehicle Range
824 - 1,190 km
595 km
1,238 km
Price
$42,700 - $56,900
$23,990
$84,611
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
7 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Service Interval
12 months
6 months
12 months
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
1,960 - 2,030 kg
1,670 kg
2,150 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
1,200 - 1,400 kg
1,200 kg
2,000 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
98 mm
98 mm
175 mm
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Dimensions
4,393 mm
1,786 mm
1,557 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,393 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,786 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,557 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,699 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,000 mm |
| Load Capacity | 520 mm |
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Sales Data
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Explore Mercedes-Benz B-Class Features & Specs
Cruise Control
Manufacturer Name: Distronic Plus
Steering Wheel Mounted Controls: yes
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Steering: yes
Entertainment Display Screen
Location: Front
Memorised Adjustment
Adjustment Settings: 3
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Apple Carplay: yes
Parking Assistance
Location: Front
Front Type: Full Auto Park & Exit
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Full Auto Park & Exit
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Side
Side Type: Sensor
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Location (12V): Rear
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Type: Automatic
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
Includes Audio Player: yes
Includes Navigation System: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Manufacturer Name: Linguatronic
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 114
Standard Met: EU6
Engine
Bore Engine: 83.0
Engine (cc): 2143
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: Om 651
Engine (L): 2.1
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 99.0
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Minimum Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 13.2
Main Capacity (L): 50
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 11.0
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 8.00
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 1190
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 739
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 23.8
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 4.2
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 67
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 56
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 27.0
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 3.7
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 76
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 64
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 20.4
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 4.9
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 58
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 48
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 4.2
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 9.8
Maximum Speed (km/h): 210
Maximum Speed (mph): 130
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 136
Maximum Power (kW): 100
Maximum Torque (Nm): 300
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 3200
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1400
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Transmission
Automatic Mode: yes
Description: Dual Clutch Sequential Trans (Dct)
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Sequential: yes
Number of Speeds: 7
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Manual
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Sports Steering Wheel: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Alloy & Leather
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Responsive Suspension
Driver Selectable: yes
Manufacturer Name: Adaptive Damping
Type: Electronic
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Diameter: 18
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 91
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Front Wheels Tire Run Flat: yes
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 225
Rear Wheels Tire Diameter: 18
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 91
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Rear Wheels Tire Run Flat: yes
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 225
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Body Style
Body Type: Mini Mpv
Local Body Type: Mini Mpv
Platform Code: MFA
Wheelbase Type: Short
Chrome Bright Trim
Bright Chrome Trim on Front Grille: yes
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Cargo Capacity
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 54.6
Rear Seat Down (L): 1547
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 17.2
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 488
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 11000
Front Track (in): 61.1
Front Track (mm): 1552
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 3.9
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 98
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 36.1
Overall Height (in): 61.3
Overall Height (mm): 1557
Overall Length (in): 173.0
Overall Length (mm): 4393
Overall Width (in): 70.3
Overall Width (mm): 1786
Rear Track (in): 61.0
Rear Track (mm): 1549
Wheelbase (in): 106.3
Wheelbase (mm): 2699
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 41.2
Front Headroom (mm): 1047
Rear Headroom (in): 38.8
Rear Headroom (mm): 985
Front Hip Room (in): 56.0
Front Hip Room (mm): 1423
Rear Hip Room (in): 56.9
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1446
Rear Leg Room (in): 38.4
Rear Leg Room (mm): 976
Front Shoulder Room (in): 55.6
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1411
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 54.4
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1382
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Metallic
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Sliding: yes
Front Sunroof Sunshade: yes
Front to Rear Sunroof Location: Front To Rear
Front to Rear Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front to Rear Sunroof Sliding: yes
Front to Rear Sunroof Sunshade: yes
Front to Rear Sunroof Type: Glass
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Headlight Cleaners
Cleaners Type: High Pressure
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Privacy Glass
Location: Rear
Location: Rear Side
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1400
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 3086
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2025
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4464
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1505
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3318
Tare Weight (kg): 1471
Audio System
Brand Name: Harman/Kardon
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
Digital Radio: yes
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
RDS: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Upgraded Speakers: yes
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Flexible
Floor Mats
Material: Textile
Luxury Trim
Instrument Panel: Wood Or Woodlook
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 9
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-Way Electric
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 2
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining: yes
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Thigh Support Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Tilt Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 2
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining: yes
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Thigh Support Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Tilt Type: Memory
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Main Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Manufacturer Name: Artico Man-Made Leather/Dinamica
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 25000
Distance (miles): 15534
Period (Months): 12
Variable Distance Period: yes
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