Mercedes-Benz B-Class (2005-2023)
Also referred to as: Mercedes-Benz B-Class 2022 and Mercedes-Benz B-Class 2024.
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Disastrous Sump on dirt road
B180 W245 (2010-2011)Overall an excellent car. Very pleased until one Saturday evening a fist sized hole in sump at 20Kmph from a small stone that had washed to the crown of the road. Sump guards are provided for but not sold in Australia. Available all over Europe for 150 Euro. The sump is 2 millimetre thick composite material totally unsuitable for Australian roads - repair cost $2,500 and 6 weeks without a car. Family transport regularly serviced in Tasmania
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Dangerous
B-Class (2005-2023)Drove new B200 mercedes found driving position crowded. But the gear change located on right hand side below steering can be mistaken for signal indicator which is where it is in many cars, but this model has the gear change indicator embedded in the body of the indicator lever in small type up for Reverse down for drive and push on end to park. Easy to accidently knock lever up while driving into reverse which is dangerous. Or if not careful thinking it is a signal indicator one can push it up with disastrous consequences. Display panel on left of dash is also hidden from view on the right hand side by the steering wheel. Driving position cramped and cluttered. Risky buy at best not for me.
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Costly service and repairs
B180 W246 (2012-2018)We bought a 2013 180B with 30,000 km. The first service 10,000km later showed a raft of problems amounting to about $5,000 in repairs. Instead of having these done by a Mercedes service centre, we took it to a local trustworthy mechanic who told us that the car was perfectly fine, and no repairs required.
2 years later at 50,000km, a warning light came on and it was difficult to diagnose the problem without a specific Mercedes’ diagnostic tool. There was no option but to use another specialist Mercedes service centre and pay for $1700 worth
2019 Mercedes B class
B180 W246 (2012-2018)Can anyone tell me why the only 2019 Australian model now available is the B180 despite the B200 and B250 being available in Europe.
Asked a Mercedes dealer who did not really know himself.
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Be aware of low ground clearance
B180 W245 (2010-2011)Many good things about it, but just be aware of the lowest ground clearance ever. In some places you can find it reported as being 190mm, in some others 134mm - 190mm, I just know that it hits to any small speed bump, hole, rock or when starting riding on a uphill. Nothing you can't deal with if driving in city, but a big ask for anything else.
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B180 - Dinosaur of a car
B180 W246 (2012-2018)I have a B180 petrol which my partner uses as a daily driver to ferry the kids around. It covers over 25,000km a year and is now about years old. Our car has gone through the A & B service intervals and I find it as good as when we first bought it.
Driving is not inspiring at all and I feel that the 1.6L engine is slightly under powered for a car of this size. Add 5 people in it and you will notice the obvious driving dynamics (or lack of) when driven back to back with a BMW 2 series active tourer. But who are you kidding? This is a min
... Read morei- MPV. Steering is relatively sharp and accurate and you wouldn't know this is a front driver if no one said so. Sports mode and peddle shifters are the way to go if you need more out of the car as the standard comfort mode is slow as a Brontosaurus. Beware though that spirited driving results in frequent visits to the petrol bowser. However, when driven sedately, we eke out 650km on a single tank of RON 98. What this car excels in, is its spacious interior which out performs all of its rivals. The boot is very big which is helpful if you have to lug around equipment for the kids' footy practice and all. Internal dimensions are very spacious and leg, knee, head and shoulder room is excellent when compared with its competitors. We have the panoramic sun/moon roof and there is still good headroom when you take into account that the sun roof takes up some of that headroom. There is a pull out food tray on the back of the front seats which the kids love as they can put their devices on it or place their food containers on. As it is a B180, the seats are fabric and isn't the best in the segment but the firmness and support that you have with the side bolsters are very good. The suspension tune is very good and it is a fine balance between stiff and compliant which works well for a family orientated car. Overall, this is a well executed car but a little down on power. I wish that Mercedes Benz Asia Pacific will look at the competition and fix the underpowered car, as I am sure that they can get a good price from factory if they only import all B classes in 200 engine tune but vary the interior trims to have some product differentiation.
Love it
B180 W246 (2012-2018)The absolutely perfect car for us. Just some of the things that i love that others may not mention (mostly female stuff). It's small so fits in our narrow driveway without problems and I love the dipping passenger side mirror when backing. The height of the car/seats are perfect to get in and out of for my back - not or low or high. Really really comfortable seats, huge boot and it looks beautiful!!! The white is just gorgeous - a slight creamy white
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Mercedes quality! Not a single problem!
B180 W245 (2010-2011)Great family car. My wife's daily driver, bought used from Mercedes 3 years ago. Now up to 100000km. Normal family usage. Absolutely nothing has failed or broken. My only complaint is that the rear wiper is a bit noisy and that I think that it's a little under-powered. A B200 next time, maybe?
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Practical car
B180 W245 (2010-2011)The B class is the best blend of practicality and passenger-friendliness – sure, it’s probably the least exciting to drive, but if you’re after a pragmatic, price-friendly choice, this is it. Fuel consumption was great esp when I am on cruise control (hence this is great for our weekend road trips)
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2012 Mercedes B180
B180 W246 (2012-2018)Classy car. This is a very nice car and my favourite to drive. So many features - self parking, 9 airbags, collision warning, seatbelt indicators or all seats, brake hold function, reverse camera, front and rear sensors, ambient lights inside car (dash and door handles), etc.
My B180 is a demo with the vision and command package with larger screen, led lights, sun roof.
I previously had a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta and this has the same power but so much smoother and quieter. It is so clays and much better. Also had a 2007 Corolla and you can't co
Excellent
B180 W245 (2010-2011)I bought my 2007 Merc B class diesel new from a dealer with every option available, including sports suspension and opening glass roof. Be warned this suspension will make the ride very firm and bumpy. You literally feel every bump on the road. However I wanted a car that handled superbly and this suspension allows precise steering for sharp cornering. The car, on long trips, averages 5.3 litres per 100km which is better than any hybrid on sale, while city driving is about 6.5 litres. I particularly love my opening glass roof, so it's like a co
... Read morenvertible without the 'bug teeth' factor. I would recommend this car to anyone. A bit pricey, but once you drive it you will understand where the money went. Fuel economy, precise steering. A bit of a rough ride.
Excellent
B-Class (2005-2023)I love this beautiful car it drives like a REAL MERCEDES. It is so smooth when turning and accelerates beautifully! I just love it!
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Questions & Answers
Pls what can caused it to shock the key and on the light but not cracking though he didn't appear the heater light and injector system?
All of the functions are dependent on a computer system. Only a specialist Mercedes mechanic or workshop keep the technical equipment which can check these.
I have not had this problem with mine, but at one point all my warning lights were advising me not to drive the car, so I took it to a Mercedes mechanic to diagnose the issue.
2017 Mercedes-Benz B180. Has anybody heard of any problems with the accelerator getting stuck on full revs.
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 Mercedes-Benz B-Class B180 W247 (2019-2023)No reviews yet |  |  | |
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| Category | Hatchbacks | Hatchbacks | Hatchbacks |
| Starting Price | $51,645 | $43,950 | |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic | |
| Drive Type | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) | |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Diesel and Petrol | |
| Wheels | 17" Alloy | 17" Alloy | |
| ANCAP Safety Rating | 5 Stars | 5 Stars | |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km | |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L | |
| Engine | 4 Cylinder 1.3L | 4 Cylinder 1.6L | |
| Max Power | 100kW @ 5500rpm | 115kW @ 5300rpm | |
| Max Torque | 200Nm @ 1250-4000rpm | 250Nm @ 1250-4000rpm | |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | Germany | |
| Manufacturer Warranty | 3 year(s) | 3 year(s) | |
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| Replaced by | Mercedes-Benz B-Class B180 W246 |
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