For The Mercedes-Benz B-Class has a huge cabin, a big boot and a luxurious interior. There’s a good range of engines that give an excellent balance of performance and economy.
Against A jittery ride and poor refinement means the driving experience doesn’t really match the car’s luxurious intentions. It's pricey, too.
What Car? says
The B-Class is a decent choice if you want as much space and prestige as possible from your family hatchback. You’ll pay handsomely for the privilege, though, and it’s not great to drive.
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There are 7 Mercedes-Benz B-Class versions available
Buyer's notes
Target Price team says:
Mercedes-Benz B-Class buyers have four engines to choose from; two turbocharged 1.6-litre petrols and two 1.8-litre turbodiesels.
Whether you go for petrol or diesel, we’d recommend the entry-level engine. They’re slower than their brawnier counterparts, but they’re fast enough, no less flexible and much cheaper to buy and run. The entry-level diesel has a distinct edge over the more powerful diesel for refinement, too. In fact, the lower-powered diesel is our favourite engine of the bunch.
SE trim is the one to pick out of the two available. It provides alloys, air-con, four electric windows, a CD player with USB port and a system that helps steer your car into a parking space.
Sport models add kit such as man-made leather upholstery, xenon headlamps and a reversing camera. However, Sport trim costs a lot more than SE and the ride is even more unforgiving than the standard car’s.
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