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Much more agile and efficient, but comfortable and roomy as ever – the new Mercedes-Benz B-Class is a winner on all fronts. The vehicle a more upright riding position and low altitude a first impression, the Compact Sports Tourer credentials applies dynamic.

With a new four-cylinder gasoline engine with direct injection and a turbocharger, a new diesel engine, a new dual-clutch gearbox, new gearbox and new systems, front-wheel-drive car also rings in a new technological era for compact cars from Mercedes Benz. “No model change in the history of Mercedes-Benz has ever been so many new developments introduced in a shock,” said Dr. Thomas Weber, Member of the Board, responsible for corporate research and development manager, Mercedes-Benz Cars. “Future B-class customers by combining this quantum leap in terms of exemplary low fuel consumption and CO2 emissions when driving, will benefit a lot of space and the highest standards of safety at all in this class.”

The world premiere of the new B-Class (length / width / height: 4359/1786/1557 millimeters) takes place at the 2011 Frankfurt International Motor Show. It will be well on its way to European dealers in November 2011.

The exterior design, perfect space in the best shape

The new B-Class Mercedes is a typical sports tourer, with plenty of space with an impressive momentum as fastback sedan. The characteristic lines of the exterior design, these two attributes: a wide front and rear sport-value design, with a large, prominent grille and headlights on the sides at the front while the rear with a large rear window, two – piece taillights with horizontal displacement meander and a large tailgate with a low threshold.
2012 Mercedes B-Class
2012 Mercedes-Benz B-Class

The new sportsmanship and good aerodynamics are particularly visible in the lateral line: The hood blends seamlessly into the A-pillar and roof line falls directly on the striking roof spoiler. The roof line has a character line that gives the car a longer look. The pronounced wheel arches with a dynamic feature lines below the belt line is offset a sporty interpretation of the current design line of Mercedes-Benz. The lower edge of the body has a dynamic side skirts, a light touch to add the look of the vehicle. Refined details such as the beautifully designed headlamps and spotlights new element to the obvious premium brand credentials shine through in the compact class to confirm.

Outstanding aerodynamics: amazing drag coefficient despite Truck Rear

An excellent drag coefficient of Cd = 0.26 is in the new Mercedes-Benz B-Class to the top of its market segment. In addition to the aerodynamic exterior design, numerous optimization measures at certain points, such as the flow around the front wheels, the basic design and the cool air and critical pressure for this excellent aerodynamics. Patents for innovative features like the gear spoiler. The optional Technology Package, the ECO will be available in due time is the Mercedes-Benz B-Class is also in line with world-class aerodynamics credentials of the E-class coupe, achieving a drag coefficient of 0.24 cd = this is nothing less of sensational for a vehicle with a combination back.

New concept: a lower bracket, but more space inside

The new vehicle concept underlines the dynamic requirement of the new Mercedes-Benz B-Class. The most striking aspect is the reduced height: 1,557 mm on the new model sits nearly two inches deep on the road than its predecessor. The seat height on the street is reduced (minus 86 mm) to facilitate on board, while a clear overview of the contours of the vehicle.

In response to requests from many clients is the upright seating position, however. Simultaneously, the scope for further improvements. With a maximum height of 1,047 mm at the front (without sunroof), the B-Class the most spacious vehicles in its segment in this discipline. The ergonomically suitable upright seating position with a decrease in the floor of the vehicle at the rear leads to a measure of segment-leading legroom (976 mm) that is even higher than in the S-and E-class.

The Mercedes-Benz B-Class is the ‘EASY-VARIO-PLUS system. This allows a simple transformation of the interior, so that the transport of large objects. Features the EASY-VARIO-PLUS system, front / rear adjustment of the rear extended by up to 140 millimeters (ie the boot volume of 488-666 liters) and a front passenger seat, the backrest can be folded onto the seat cushion forward.

The interior: the highest quality in a new dimension

High quality materials and finely textured surfaces, elegant details, craftsmanship and a new space – the interior of the B-Class sets a new benchmark in the compact class.

Many features are the reserve of the upper classes of the vehicle as far as to embody a specific definition of Mercedes-Benz quality and aesthetics. The dashboard is either ARTICO in leather finish and stitching is provided, for example. Four equipment lines Packs (Chrome, Sports, and Shopping Package Exclusive) allow the individualization based on personal taste.

Inside, the large, three-dimensional cover the entire dashboard of the first rank. It is available in four versions, covering a wide range of modern to sporty to classic. For all versions, combines an excellent appointment an attractive appearance with easy care and durability.

The three large round openings in the center and its unique cross-shaped nozzles designed to add a sport because of the emotional interior. The ad, which is available in two sizes (5.8 and 7-inch) seems to float above the vents. With its stylish design – the frame with galvanized finish with piano black front panel contrasts – sleek lines and the color screen (TFT) is a very attractive feature in the cockpit.

The 3-spoke steering wheel, insert the ever-plated silver with a voice in the middle, the four analog instrument cluster with round dials and hands to emphasize in six positions and seats with contrasting stitching suspended its sporty nature.

The drive: designed for maximum efficiency

The new Mercedes-Benz B-Class comes with new petrol and diesel engines and new manual and automatic transmissions. All gearboxes and engines are developed in house, begins production at the factory in Stuttgart-Untertuerkheim and Hedelfingen, Rastatt / Baden, Gaggenau / Baden and Kölleda / Thuringia. The simultaneous development of the perfect alignment of engines and transmissions, for example in relation to the implementation of the ECO start / stop feature, as standard features on all B-Class models.

Common features of the new propulsion systems with state-of-the-art technologies for maximum efficiency, quiet running, high torque at low engine speeds, sustainability in relation to the upcoming emission standards and low weight. For the purpose of installing the transversely mounted, turbocharged engines, transmissions and both are very compact design, the Mercedes-Benz B-Class with an exemplary small turning circle for a front-wheel drive vehicle from eleven meters. The engine and gearbox suspension features a four-point mounting system, consisting of engine blocks, gear and support the two self-aligning ball bearings. This

Suspension is designed for the demands of the high-torque motors meet the minimum requirements in relation to meet on noise. The hydraulic damping mount is integrated into the transmission is an important factor for the exceptional ride comfort.

The new four-cylinder gasoline engines (internal designation M270) mark the launch of a completely new engine series. The combustion process is in its third generation of the Mercedes-Benz direct injection, which is based directly in the past year with the Blues V6 and V8 engines. Its use in the B-class marks debut of this technology in the compact class. Designed the new four-cylinder engines are available for both transverse and longitudinal installation. The new B-class, first with a displacement of 1.6 liters, the B 180 as an output of 90 kW (122 hp) and the B 200 with a capacity of 115 kW (156 hp). Your maximum torque of 200 Nm and 250 and is from a speed of 1250 revolutions per minute.

The new four-cylinder diesel engine is an evolution of the OM651, the C in the S-Class, a common rail direct injection engine with the third generation used. With capacity reduced to 1.8 liters and a large number of optimized individual points, this is the first time, the CI engine mounted transversely in a Mercedes-Benz car. The B 180 CDI 80 kW (109 hp), while the B 200 CDI has an output of 100 kW (136 hp). The maximum torque is 250 Nm at 1,400 rpm to 80 kW and 300 Nm from 1600 rpm version to 100 kW variant.

Another Mercedes-Benz premieres the new 7G-DCT dual-clutch gearbox in the Mercedes-Benz B-Class. This transmission is extremely compact, highly variable in terms of adjusting the speed through the seven gears, with an electric oil pump start / stop function, without interruption of traction substations and combines the convenience of an automatic with the efficiency of a manual gearbox.

The new 6-speed gearbox has the same direction as a compact three-shaft gearbox is a close relative of the DCT design. Very simple circuit, low-power shift, low internal friction and low weight are key features.

The running gear: sporty now cultivated for the Sports Tourer, also

“Fascinating agile is the evaluation of all the drivers that the new B-Class sets the tongue until now, three things are important to the significantly improved dynamic performance over its predecessor, not at the expense of a compromise comfort. The reduced gravity, the new four-link rear suspension and the improved ESP ® Electronic Stability Program. A sport suspension is optional for even greater agility. The focus of an additional 20 mm is reduced and the suspension also features sport shocks, struts with amplitude-selective damping system and a direct steering system for your car sports accentuate.

Control: mechanical with electrical support

The electro-mechanical control of the B-Class has been updated. The electric power steering is directly located on the steering gear as dual EPS system, thereby optimizing the package as a whole. A Direct-Steer system with the sports package. The steering ratio more direct steering angle to clear, so that handling and agility significantly.

The electromechanical steering is an important contribution to the overall efficiency takes place the vehicle as the steering assist function only needs energy to control effectively.

New brakes and reduce the risk of collisions

As a world first in the compact class, the Mercedes-Benz B-Class with a radar-based Collision Warning System with Brake Assist Adaptive standard, reducing the risk of collisions decreases equipped. The collision avoidance system ASSIST leads a visual and audible warning of potentially distracted driver to identify obstacles warning, brake assist and prepare for the most accurate possible brake response. This is when the brake pedal started to work explicitly.

Unlike systems currently on the market in the compact class ASSIST, the new Collision Prevention Brake Assist feature is not only a system to minimize damage in the small town traffic. Instead, this innovative solution designed for drivers of typical rear-end collisions in road traffic danger to protect. Mercedes-Benz expects the new security system that has a significant positive effect on the accident statistics.

The democratization of the security encompasses a number of other systems in the B-Class from the larger series over. These include:

Adaptive Headlamp Assist
Blind Spot Assist and Lane Departure
ATTENTION ASSIST (default)
Speed ??Limit Assistant (speed limit detection)
Active parking assist
Brake Hold function (with the standard 7G-DCT)
Hill-hold function
LINGUATRONIC
Reversing camera
DISTRONIC PLUS

Premiere in the compact class: PRE-SAFE ® is the first time available

PRE-SAFE ® preventive occupant protection, which is in the B-class features for the first time in this vehicle class available. This is another step in the democratization of innovation, which premiered in the S-Class in 2002. Key features of the PRE-SAFE ® are reversible belt tightening and closing the sunroof and side windows in critical dynamics and lateral adjustment of the all-electric passenger seat with memory function for an ideal position for maximum effectiveness of the security. PRE-SAFE ® is a reaction to a critical longitudinal and lateral dynamics can also be caused by the interference of certain assistance functions enabled.

The magnitude of restraint devices takes special care to use the Mercedes-Benz B-class “as a family car. Great importance is attached to the safety of passengers in the rear. Pretensioners, belt force limiters, and belt drives standard height on the outer rear seats. Side bags are optional rear. Integrated child seat recognition and, as in its predecessor. driver and passenger bags have new pools that are covered in the position of the pelvis and the entire upper body. For head protection, a standard window bag.

Online multimedia system COMAND with Internet access

Internet access, convenient voice control system LINGUATRONIC, two navigation solutions are on different budgets, connection for mobile audio devices and an intuitive operating concept tailored – information and communication systems in the B-Class offers outstanding usability and a high degree of functionality that the reserve of higher classes of vehicles to date. It is the new multimedia generation of Mercedes-Benz, which supplies these standards. The operating concept of the rotary / push button in front of the armrest and the knob on the head unit is also known from other Mercedes model series.

The multimedia system COMAND offers online access to the Internet. Customers can either surf the Internet as they want, while the car is stopped or call for a Mercedes-Benz app much faster page loading and easy operation make it suitable for use while driving. Integrated applications include Google ™ Local Search and weather, and the ability to configure a route in advance on a PC with Google Maps and load the car.

Ready for the Future: modular, “Space Energy” concept

The modular “Space Energy” concept means that the new Mercedes-Benz B-Class is already designed to versions with alternative propulsion systems include: appropriate interfaces into the body to change to the base plate and produced a step to the versions with alternative drive. A heating engineer, part of the area under the rear seat has room for alternative-energy batteries.

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