Mercedes-Benz

Mercedes-Benz B-Class

Price $32,250 – $34,550
Fuel consumption 6.8 – 10.3 L/100km
The Car Guide rating 67%(view ratings)
Recently updated, the B-Class doesn’t bring anything new to the table for 2018, with the exception of a slight shake-up in the options catalogue. This wagon, which sells for under $40,000, has just one engine, but offers a choice of front- or all-wheel drive. The turbocharged, 2.0L four-cylinder engine is paired with a seven-speed automatic gearbox. To make the B-Class’ ride more dynamic, you can switch from Comfort mode to Sport mode.

Detailed ratings

The Car Guide rating 67%
Fuel economy 6/10
Reliability 6/10
Safety 9/10
Infotainment 7/10
Driving 6/10
Overall 6/10

What's new in 2018

N/A

Pros

  • Attractive style
  • Very roomy cabin
  • Dynamic engine
  • Fast gearbox
  • Carefully priced

Cons

  • Reliability is nothing to write home about
  • Unforgiving suspension
  • High fuel consumption (4MATIC)
  • Low resale value
  • Driving modes need to be rethought

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