Mercedes Benz has launched the B class in India with a starting price tag of Rs 21.49 lakh for the base B 180 petrol variant.
The B class is the first offering from Mercedes to sit on the new front wheel drive (MFA) platform. This platform is used in the new A class, & will also do duty in the upcoming A class based saloon & in a compact SUV as well.
A four cyl in line, 1595cc, direct injection, turbo petrol motor powers the B class mated to a 7 speed dual clutch ’box. A 1.8 litre diesel motor will join the petrol unit later next year.
As expected, the Mercedes B 180 BlueEfficiency comes loaded with features like a start stop system, airbags, attention assist, hill start & brake assist, & a panoramic sunroof as standard. While the B 180 gets 16 inch alloys, the B 180 Sport (priced at Rs 24.87 lakh) comes with 17 inch alloy wheels. In addition, the Sport model gets twin chrome slats on the grille, twin pipe exhausts, sporty pedals, a sporty leather wrapped three spoke steering wheel & bi Xenon lamps. The Base & Sport models feature identical suspension setups.
At 4.3 metres long, the B class is part large hatch & part mini MPV. The interior packaging is good, so there will be ample space inside for five passengers. The dashboard borrows elements from the SLS AMG & the CLS, adding to the luxurious cabin's ambience.
The B class is available with a two year unlimited warranty, plus a one year Star Care warranty. At Rs 21.49 lakh, the new B class is the most affordable Mercedes Benz in India.
Mercedes claims the 250 cars allocated for 2012 have been sold out with deliveries taking place by end October. Deliveries for fresh bookings will take place by January 2013 only.
Debashis Mitra, director, sales & marketing, Mercedes Benz India said, "We are extremely excited with the initial response of the B class in India. Our strategy of introducing the segment & then launching the car has been well received by our customers. The huge response only demonstrates that Mercedes is easily the most aspired brand in India & kicks off a beginning of our product offensive in next couple of years in India."
The company has confirmed CKD operations will not commence until 2013 & its compact SUV would hit the shores in 2014. This premium compact SUV will compete with the Audi Q3 & BMW X1.
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The new B-Class is a typical Mercedes sports tourer and an excellent hatch to buy if your budget is up to 25lac.It got stunning cabin space with high quality accessories and exterior-wise it looks elegant.
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