Mercedes - B 150 - Brochure - 2005 - 2005

THE B-CLASS SPORTS TOURERS THE B-CLASS SPORTS TOURERS Mercedes in new dimensions. The B-Class What is your priority in a new car? Dynamism? Comfort? Or spaciousness, perhaps? The B 200 TURBO with sports package and the B 150 The B-Class saves you from having to opt for just one particular characteristic. It succeeds in combining the advantages of various different vehicle concepts in a Mercedes-Benz of a completely new type: the Compact Sports Tourer. The sporting credentials of this premium car are complemented by exceptional ride comfort, highly generous amounts of space and flexibility to match. All at just 4.27 m in length. 01 The B 200 CDI with exterior chrome package 04 06 08 12 16 18 20 22 24 26 30 32 36 38 43 44 50 51 52 Contents Design Exterior Interior Sports package Wheels designo Dynamism Engines and transmissions Ride comfort Safety Proportions Adaptability Mercedes-Benz accessories Optional extras Standard equipment Paintwork and upholstery Technical data Dimensions Glossary 03 If you want to cause a stir, opt for a practical car The B 200 CDI with chrome package The design of the Compact Sports Tourer How do you design space? What shape is adaptability? What does comfort look like? The B-Class has new answers to all of these questions: adaptability which looks like power, space which exudes dynamism and comfort with a truly sporty feel. The bonnet flows down into the broad radiator grille, creating the sporty wedge shape, and this look is underlined by the large air intakes in the bumpers and the design of the headlamps. The side contours also slope forward dynamically and flared wheel arches add a powerful touch. Combined with extraordinary adaptability, this sporty design soon shows why the B-Class deserves the title Sports Tourer. Design 05 The distinctive headlamps set the tone at the front of the B-Class. Available as an option: bi-xenon headlamps with the cornering light function and the Active Light System. They have a distinctive design and provide enhanced illumination of the road. At the rear the horizontally split lights are an eyecatching feature. The optional exterior chrome package (standard on the B 200 CDI and B 200 TURBO) adds an elegant touch to the dynamic B-Class. It features various chrome trim parts, including trim strips on the door handles and chrome fog lamp surrounds Given the compact exterior dimensions of the B-Class, it’s remarkable how generous the interior is – in terms of both space and comfort. The wide choice of colours and seat upholstery means that you can also give it a very individual look. And the materials, such as matt aluminium, are crafted to the high standard you expect to find in a Mercedes-Benz. The seats are upholstered in “Utrecht” fabric in either orient beige, black or alpaca grey. The upholstery combination ARTICO man-made leather/“Maastricht” fabric (also part of the sports package) is available as an option. You can also opt to upholster your B-Class in sumptuous leather. To ensure an optimum seating position, the driver’s seat is height-adjustable as standard. A height-adjustable frontpassenger seat forms part of the optional seat comfort package – which also features adjustable-angle seat cushions and lumbar supports on the front seats, the latter helping to prevent signs of fatigue by providing extra support for the back. 08 I n te r i o r The B 150 upholstered in alpaca grey fabric Embark on a voyage of discovery without moving a metre The design and materials on the centre console ensure that it is an eye-catching feature. At the same time, the layout is so clear that the driver is able to concentrate fully on the traffic, which may not be more attractive, but is certainly more important. The chrome-ringed circular instruments are also clearly laid out and attractively designed. The panoramic louvred sunroof* provides an unrestricted view of the sky and opens at the touch of a button. Attention to detail is reflected in the glossy chromed door openers and in the fine myrtle wood* *Optional extras Opt for the sports package and dynamism begins at 0 km/h The B 200 TURBO with sports package Dark-tinted tail lights, a large, oval tailpipe in polished stainless steel (twin tailpipes on B 200 TURBO), sports suspension and 17-inch 10-spoke light-alloy wheels – the B-Class with a sports package is a car that’s simply begging to be driven. Even the rear bumper, with its decorative trim strips, is an eye-catching feature. And at the front end the distinctive, 3-slat design of the silver-coloured radiator grille adds a sporty touch. The sports package also includes the exterior chrome package. Chrome trim – for example on the radiator grille, on the door handles and on the loading sill – adds a special sparkle to the B-Class. S p o rt s p a cka ge 13 Inside the B-Class, the full benefits of the sports package are revealed. The seats are upholstered in an ARTICO man-made leather/“Maastricht” fabric combination (pictured left: the optional leather upholstery). The instrument cluster is illuminated in white and the multifunction steering wheel features two aluminium highlights and fine leather trim with a partially perforated design. Adding a sporty finishing touch: the non-slip, studded pedals in brushed stainless steel 1 From elegant to sporty – the B-Class wheels. A highlight: the optionally available 18-inch AMG light-alloy wheels, painted in sterling silver (1). The B 200 TURBO and the B 200 CDI are fitted as standard with 16-inch 5-spoke light-alloy wheels (2). 16-inch 5-twin-spoke light-alloy wheels, painted in 2 3 4 5 sterling silver, are available as an option for all B-Class models (3), as are chromed 17-inch 5-spoke light-alloy wheels (4). Even sportier: the 17-inch 10-spoke light-alloy wheels which form part of the sports package (5) If you want to give your B-Class a personality, why not your own? With designo you’ll feel truly at home in your B-Class – a sign of just how much scope you have when it comes to individualising the interior. Four different designo leather/Alcantara combinations are available for the seats, including, for example, two-tone designo alpaca grey upholstery. The trim parts are manufactured from high-quality woods, in designo anthracite poplar or designo brown poplar, each combined with designo black piano lacquer. A combination of the wood of your choice and fine leather can also be found on the designo gearshift or selector lever. And there are high-quality, attractive velour floor mats, edged in designo leather. Further information can be found in our designo brochure. designo 19 If you enjoy a sporty drive, opt for a comfortable car The B 200 TURBO with sports package The dynamism of the Compact Sports Tourer An invigorating driving experience means the B-Class is sure to set pulses racing, but it is equally adept at calming the mind with enviable ride comfort. The driving pleasure is down to the high-torque engines, the manual transmission with its sportily direct tuning and the sophisticated handling systems. And ride comfort comes courtesy of the smooth-running engines, the AUTOTRONIC continuously variable automatic transmission and the long wheelbase. Dynamism 21 The B-Class in top form: the top-of-the-line model is the B 200 TURBO, recognisable in visual terms by its twin tailpipe and in performance terms by its 142-kW (193-hp) output and 280-Nm torque. There are three other petrol models to choose from: the B 150, the B 170 and the B 200. The diesel models – the B 180 CDI with its 80-kW (109-hp) output and the B 200 CDI with 103 kW (140 hp) – are not only remarkably economical when it comes to consumption; thanks to common-rail technology they also achieve torque figures of up to 250 and 300 Nm. It’s amazing how sporty economical driving can be. And the B-Class is impressively green too – all of the engines comply with the EU4 standard on exhaust emissions and the diesel models come with a particulate filter which reduces particulate emissions by up to 95%. Whether sporty or relaxed, the B-Class transmissions master any style with ease. The B 150, B 170 and B 200 are fitted as standard with a 5-speed manual transmission, while the B 180 CDI, B 200 CDI and B 200 TURBO feature a 6-speed manual transmission. The AUTOTRONIC continuously variable automatic transmission is available as an option. It recognises your own personal driving style and adjusts the engine speed accordingly. Thanks to the continuously variable design of AUTOTRONIC the B-Class accelerates without interruptions to the power delivery – in other words exceptionally smoothly. And because the engine always operates in the optimum engine speed range, AUTOTRONIC also ensures low consumption. By nudging the selector lever or pressing the optionally available steering wheel gearshift buttons, you can also change manually between the virtual gears – for an even sportier drive. Comfortable and dynamic driving – the B-Class manages to deliver both, thanks to the new suspension, the unusually wide track and the longest wheelbase in its class. With new-design shock absorbers and a selective damping system, the suspension also reacts smoothly to minor bumps in the road, adapting the damping as required. The parabolic axle makes the suspension more stable on bends, improves wheel location and reduces tyre wear. All of which ensures that the B-Class handles sportily and precisely, even with a full load. To enhance stability, the car is fitted with the Electronic Stability Program (ESP ` ) and with STEER CONTROL. With this steering assistance system, if the vehicle begins to skid, a distinct impulse in the steering wheel helps the driver to countersteer in the correct direction. R i d e c o m fo rt 25 Safety is another of the B-Class’ strengths. The car design is based on the sandwich concept, which means that in the event of a front impact the engine and transmission are able to slide down along the angled pedal floor below the passenger compartment. Because your seating position is slightly higher in the B-Class than in a conventional car, the sandwich concept can also be a crucial advantage in the event of a side-on collision. It also means that you benefit from better all-round visibility. S a fe t y 27 If you don’t like driving in the dark, there’s no need to any more 28 The B 200 TURBO with sports package Just because the sun has gone down, there’s no reason to be kept in the dark. The optionally available bi-xenon headlamps provide significantly better illumination than the conventional halogen version. The bi-xenon package includes a headlamp cleaning system, automatic range adjustment, the cornering light function and the Active Light System. With the latter, the bi-xenon headlamps follow your steering movements, providing significantly enhanced illumination on bends and ensuring that the course of the bend and any obstacles are visible at an earlier stage. The cornering light function provides assistance at lower speeds. It is integrated into the main headlamps and improves visibility when turning or cornering, negotiating tight bends and parking. If you need a lot of space, opt for a compact car The B 150 The proportions of the Compact Sports Tourer Don’t be deceived by its compact 4.27-metre length – inside, the B-Class has such a comfortable and generous feel that, even after a long journey, you’ll still feel fresh and relaxed. Even the rear-seat passengers enjoy almost as much legroom, shoulder room and headroom as in a luxury saloon. And if you’re wondering how much luggage you can take with you, the B-Class has more than one answer. Even with the rear seats occupied, there’s plenty of space in the luggage compartment: with a depth of 89.8 cm and a capacity of 544 litres, there’s space for at least six large crates of drinks. There’s even enough for a medium-sized pushchair. But that’s by no means all. The B-Class is so adaptable that in next to no time you can create a load area up to 2.95 metres in length and a load capacity of up to 2245 litres (in conjunction with the EASY-VARIO system). That’s the equivalent of around 18 fully laden shopping trolleys. Well, you never know... P r o p o rt i o n s 31 Fold down the rear seats and in next to no time you have a totally flat, extended loading area. If necessary you can also lower the height of the load compartment floor by 8.5 cm – for even more load capacity. With TIREFIT tyre sealant, there’s no need for a spare wheel – which means you can stow the two rear seat cushions in the spare wheel recess beneath the load compartment floor, adding further depth The B 150 with alpaca grey fabric upholstery to the load area Ad a p t a b i l i t y 33 How many seats there are on board your B-Class is up to you. The rear bench seat (which splits 1/3 : 2/3) and the front passenger seat can be folded forwards as standard, allowing you to pack objects up to 2.54 metres in length into the B-Class. If you want to transport skis, you can opt for a folding, removable armrest for the centre rear, and a ski bag is available as part of the Mercedes-Benz accessories range. The EASY-VARIO system, available as an optional extra, makes your B-Class even more adaptable, by allowing the rear seatbacks and the front passenger seat to be removed very easily, creating a flat loading area measuring up to 2.95 metres in length. 35 The B-Class – encour- Hankering for that extra finishing touch? We’ve already thought of it aging your sporting ambitions. The practical interior bicycle rack, supplied with a front wheel bag, is available from our range of accessories and allows you Say, for example, you want your B-Class to have an even more dynamic rear. You’ll find exactly what you’re looking for in our accessories range: our bodystyling kit comprises rear apron trim, a roof spoiler and front apron spoiler lips. Our range also includes features designed to make more practical use of the rear of your car. There’s a secure bicycle rack, for example, which can be fitted to the tailgate and holds two cycles. If you’re looking for additional stowage space, there’s a spacious roof box with an elegant design. Available in three versions, it has a capacity of approximately 330 to 450 litres. For further information on these and other accessories, such as our 17-inch Incenio designer wheels, please see our accessories brochures. to protect your cycles from both the weather and theft. Drag is naturally lower than when using a roof-mounted bicycle rack, helping to reduce your fuel The B 150 consumption Mercedes-Benz accessories 37 If you want to feel like you’re in a cabriolet, you need the right roof over your head 38 O p t i o n a l e x t ra s The B 200 TURBO with sports package The panoramic sunroof, made from laminated safety glass, bathes the interior in light and creates a satisfying sense of space. Another optional extra is the panoramic louvred sunroof, which provides even more light and sunshine, opening significantly wider than conventional sliding sunroofs. At the touch of a button, the front louvre tilts upwards, acting as a wind deflector, and the other four louvres can be slid back to any position you like. Both roofs feature a manually operated twin roller blind, designed to provide protection from the sun. The COMAND APS control and display system with DVD navigation works out your route and shows it on the colour display. COMAND APS also offers convenient controls for the radio, CDs, telephone and SMS. Also available: the Audio 50 APS with its CD navigation system, integral radio with a CD player, telephone keypad and 6 loudspeakers. The harman/kardon LOGIC 7 ` surround sound system, with its 12 loudspeakers and 320-Watt amplifier, offers sheer indulgence for your ears 41 Optional extras Selection 18-inch 5-spoke AMG light-alloy wheels Anti-theft alarm system with tow-away protection Audio 50 APS with CD navigation system, Audio 20 CD, Audio 5 CD EASY-VARIO system, with: removable rear seat backrests (1/3 and 2/3 section) and removable front passenger seat Power windows at rear, with automatic one-touch up/down control, summer opening function and convenience closing Electrically folding exterior mirrors left and right Pre-installation for mobile phone with universal interface for various mobile-phone holders in centre console/armrest, incl. hands-free system, operation via multifunction steering wheel and amplifier for aerial and GSM wiring AUTOTRONIC continuously variable automatic transmission Folding and removable rear armrest incl. through-loading facility, with cup holder Bi-xenon headlamps with headlamp cleaning system, incl. Active Light System and cornering light function Front sports seats Heated front seats Child seat recognition in front passenger seat (automatic) for child seats with transponder specifically approved by Mercedes-Benz Loudspeaker system with central speaker and woofer COMAND APS with DVD navigation system Cruise control with SPEEDTRONIC Panoramic louvred sunroof Panoramic sunroof PARKTRONIC parking aid Sidebags for the rear Sports suspension Steering wheel gearshift buttons Surround sound system harman/kardon LOGIC 7 ` THERMOTRONIC luxury automatic climate control Windowbags Equipment packages Exterior chrome package 1, consisting of: radiator grille with chrome slats, tailpipe with oval, polished stainless steel embellisher, rear bumper with chrome trim strip, windscreen with blue filter band, exterior mirrors in vehicle colour, rub strips with chrome trim, high-gloss Crosspoint trim transfers for B-pillars, waistline trim with chrome, door handles in vehicle colour with chrome trim, side skirt trim in vehicle colour, chromed loading sill and load compartment floor handle, chrome fog lamp surround Exterior sight & light package, consisting of: windscreen wipers with rain sensor, windscreen with blue filter band, automatic headlamp activation, headlamp switch-off delay, locator lighting and bulb failure indicator 42 O p t i o n a l e x t ra s Myrtle wood trim: for ashtray lid, shiftgate surround, door lining, centre console and tunnel Interior lighting package, consisting of: individually controlled left/right-hand reading lights in the rear compartment, reading light for the driver, sun visor with illuminated vanity mirror and illuminated front footwells Leather steering wheel, gearshift lever and handbrake lever 1, plus instrument cluster with white dial illumination Seat comfort package, consisting of: height adjustment for the front passenger seat, seat cushion angle adjustment and lumbar support for driver and front passenger seats Sports package, as exterior chrome package, but with 3-slat radiator grille with chrome trim and large exhaust tailpipe with polished stainless steel embellisher, plus: instrument cluster with white dial illumination, seats in ARTICO man-made leather/“Maastricht” fabric combination, steering wheel with two aluminium highlights and perforated leather, leather gearshift lever with aluminium cap, leather handbrake lever, pedals with stainless steel caps and rubber studs, dark-coloured rear light meander, decorative strips on the rear bumper, 17-inch 10-spoke light-alloy wheels, sports suspension Standard equipment Selection 5-speed manual transmission 2 or 6-speed manual transmission 3 Active front head restraints, adjustable for height and angle Heated exterior mirrors left and right, electrically adjustable from inside the vehicle, with aspherically curved mirror glass Adaptive front airbags and head/thorax sidebags for driver and front passenger (sidebags in seatbacks offer additional protection for head) Height-adjustable load compartment floor (2 levels) ISOFIX child seat attachment points with TopTether in rear Air conditioning system with dust filter, air recirculation function and air-conditioned glove compartment Jack, TIREFIT tyre sealant and electric pump Aluminium trim strips on door panels, centre console and tunnel Manual childproof locks on rear doors Anti-lock braking system (ABS) Multifunction steering wheel ASSYST service interval indicator Outside temperature display Belt status indicator for rear seats Parabolic rear axle Bottle holders in doors, cup holders in centre console Power windows at the front (2) with one-touch down control Brake Assist (BAS) Projection-beam headlamps and fog lamps Central locking with interior switch Radiator grille painted in silver Diesel particulate filter Door sill panels with aluminium inserts, front panels featuring “Mercedes-Benz” lettering Driver’s seat with manual height adjustment Electronic immobiliser, incl. locking system with remote control and visual lock confirmation (recognised by AZT [Allianz Technology Centre] and TÜV [German technical inspection authorities]) 1 Load compartment cover Rear head restraints (3), retractable and adjustable for height and angle Rear windscreen wiper with intermittent wipe setting and one-touch control Rub strips front and rear, painted in vehicle colour Seat occupancy sensor in front passenger seat Selective damping system Electronic Stability Program (ESP ` ) Speed-sensitive power steering, with Steering Assist Front armrest with compartment featuring one-touch opening mechanism Split-folding rear bench seat (1/3 : 2/3), rear seat cushions removable Front passenger seat with forward-folding backrest Steering column with manual height adjustment Front seat belts with belt tensioners and adaptive belt force limiters, height-adjustable; rear seat belts with belt tensioners and automatic belt height adjustment (outer seats) Tinted windows all round Standard equipment for the B 200 CDI and B 200 TURBO. 2 Tyre pressure loss warning system Standard equipment for the B 150, B 170 and B 200. 3 Standard equipment for the B 180 CDI, B 200 CDI and B 200 TURBO. St a n d a r d e q u i p m e n t 43 Countless ways to create a unique look 44 Pa i n t wo r k a n d u p h o l ste ry The B 200 TURBO with sports package From cosmos black and saturn red to horizon blue: the B-Class’ accommodating nature even extends to the choice of paintwork. To coordinate with the various paint finishes, we offer an attractive upholstery selection and a whole range of trim elements in elegant aluminium or, as an option, in fine myrtle wood. 4 O O o O O o O O O o O O o O O o O O o O O O O O O night black O O O O O O O O O O O o o – cosmos black O O O O O O O O O O O O O – atoll blue O O O O O O O O O O O o O O saturn red O O O O O O O O O O O O o – comet grey O o O O o O O o O O O o O – polar silver O – O O – O O – O O O o O O sand dune beige O O – O O – O O – O O o – – mangrove green O O O O O O O O O O O O o – horizon blue O – o O – o O – o O O – o o Metallic paints O Recommended 1 o Possible Optional and part of the sports package 46 Pa i n t wo r k a n d u p h o l ste ry – Not available 2 Optional 3 Single-tone 4 Two-tone lu e 4 ey gr lb ol ca at o O Sp O jupiter red Non-metallic paints Le glacier white “U al pa ts AR s e at T “ Z ICO s an m dv a oo n - m rt a ”f d bl ab e l ac ri ea k c c th om er bi / na de tio si gn n o Le at he r bl /Al ac c k 3 an ta ja ra va 4 2 or r2 ac k or ie nt al bei pa g ca e gr ey he bl at bl tr ec ht ” a c fa b k ri c or ie nt al bei pa g ca e gr ey AR T “ M ICO aa m st an ri - m ch t ” ad bl fa e l ac br ea k i c th or co er ie m / nt bi na b al e tio p a i ge n ca gr ey 2 1 Paintwork and upholstery – the combination options Non-metallic paints 153 glacier white 589 jupiter red 696 night black 191 cosmos black 375 atoll blue 597 saturn red 748 comet grey 761 polar silver 791 sand dune beige 801 mangrove green 391 horizon blue Metallic paints optional 47 Standard seats “Utrecht” fabric standard 451 black 455 orient beige 458 alpaca grey 701 black 705 orient beige 708 alpaca grey 801 black 805 orient beige 808 alpaca grey ARTICO man-made leather/ “Maastricht” fabric combination optional and part of the sports package Leather optional Sports seats ARTICO man-made leather/“Zandvoort” fabric combination optional 751 black 48 Pa i n t wo r k a n d u p h o l ste ry Trim elements designo Leather/Alcantara combination optional extra aluminium 1 727 myrtle wood 2 Trim X20 designo black X90 designo alpaca grey X91 designo java X92 designo atoll blue W62 designo anthracite poplar W68 designo brown poplar 3 optional extra 1 Standard Optional 3 Included with designo leather/Alcantara upholstery 2 49 Technical data B 180 CDI B 200 CDI B 150 B 170 B 200 B 200 TURBO No. of cylinders/arrangement 4/in-line 4/in-line 4/in-line 4/in-line 4/in-line 4/in-line Total displacement (cc) 1991 1991 1498 1699 2034 2034 Rated output (kW at rpm) 1 80/4200 103/4200 70/5200 85/5500 100/5750 142/5000 Rated torque (Nm at rpm) 1 Compression ratio 1 2 250/1600–2600 300 /1600–3000 140/3500–4000 155/3500–4000 185/3500–4000 280/1800–4850 18 18 11 11 11 9 Alternator (V/A) 14/150 14/150 14/90 14/90 14/115 14/115 Acceleration (0 –100 km/h in s) 11.3 9.6 13.2 11.3 10.1 7.6 Top speed, approx. (km/h) 183 200 174 184 196 225 Tyre size 205/55 R 16 205/55 R 16 195/65 R 15 195/65 R 15 205/55 R 16 205/55 R 16 Fuel consumption (l/100 km) 3 urban (automatic transmission) extra-urban (automatic transmission) combined (automatic transmission) 7.2–7.6 (7.3–7.9) 4.6–4.7 (4.9–5.3) 5.6–5.8 (5.9–6.2) 7.2–7.6 (7.6–8.0) 4.6–4.7 (5.0–5.3) 5.6–5.8 (6.0–6.3) 8.3–8.5 (8.5–9.3) 5.6–5.8 (6.0–6.2) 6.6–6.8 (6.9–7.3) 8.6–9.0 (9.0–9.8) 5.8–6.0 (6.0–6.3) 6.8–7.1 (7.1–7.6) 9.3–9.6 (9.5–10.4) 6.0–6.3 (6.0–6.6) 7.2–7.5 (7.3–8.0) 10.5–11.0 (10.5–10.7) 6.4–6.6 (6.7–6.8) 7.9–8.2 (8.1–8.2) CO2 emissions (g/km)3 (automatic transm.) 146–151 (157–164) 146–151 (159–165) 158–163 (166–175) 163–171 (171–182) 173–180 (175–192) 190–197 (195–197) Tank capacity (l/of which reserve approx.) 54/6 54/6 54/6 54/6 54/6 54/6 Turning circle diameter (m) 11.95 11.95 11.95 11.95 11.95 11.95 Kerb weight (kg) 4 1435 1435 1300 1310 1345 1370 Perm. gross vehicle weight (kg) 1880 1880 1835 1830 1880 1880 2 3 Figures according to Directive 80/1269/EEC, version 1999/99/EC. 280 Nm with automatic transmission. The figures shown were obtained in accordance with the prescribed measuring process (Directive 80/1268/EEC in the currently applicable version). The figures are not based on an individual vehicle and do not constitute part of the product offer; they are provided solely for purposes of comparison 4 between different vehicle models. Figures according to Directive 92/21/EC, version 95/48/EC (kerb weight with fuel tank 90 % full, driver, 68 kg, and luggage, 7 kg) for standard-specification vehicles. Optional extras and accessories will generally increase this figure and reduce the payload capacity accordingly. 50 Te ch n i c a l d a t a 1603 15561 1777 15511 1975 989 980 1547 716 496 488 501 303 1422 1411 1446 850 920 1382 898 381 506 591 8421 1 27781 4270 6501 All figures in mm. Dimensions when unladen Carrying 3 people, each weighing 68 kg 51 Body structure (sandwich concept) Airbags and belt system In the B-Class the transverse-mounted engine unit The B-Class is fitted with selective front airbags which safety in a frontal collision by releasing the tension is angled forwards at around 58 degrees. This means are activated in accordance with the type and severity in a controlled manner once a set limit has been reached. that in the event of a frontal collision it slides away of a collision. In the event of a frontal collision the elec- The most important retention system is the seat belt. along the angled pedal floor below the passenger com- tronics deploy the front airbags in two stages, depending Airbags can provide additional protection, but are subject partment, which is around 200 mm higher than in on the severity of the accident, offering the front occu- to complex activation criteria and are not, therefore, a conventional car. Thanks to this sandwich concept pants an appropriate level of protection. Head/thorax triggered in the event of every accident. Details can the B-Class meets the stringent Mercedes-Benz safety bags are incorporated in the sides of the front seatbacks. be found in the Owner’s Manual or the “Seat Belts standards, despite its compact dimensions. Optional windowbags expand like a curtain between and Airbags” brochure, which can be downloaded the A and C-pillars, providing extra protection for the as a pdf file at: heads of occupants of the front and outer rear seats. www.mercedes-benz.com/airbag-brochure Belt tensioners on the front and outer rear seats pull You can also order copies from: Mercedes-Benz Customer the belts taut against the body in fractions of a second Assistance Centre, “Airbag brochure”, PO -box 14 56, in the event of a frontal or rear-end collision of a specific 6201 BL Maastricht, Netherlands. severity. The belt force limiters increase occupant 52 G l o s s a ry BAS ESP ` and STEER CONTROL Active Light System and cornering light function The electronic Brake Assist system (BAS) recognises If your car is in danger of skidding, the Electronic When you negotiate a bend with the headlamps emergency braking by the speed with which you apply Stability Program (ESP ` ) is instantly activated. The switched on, the light from them is usually directed the brake and instantly builds up the maximum braking sensors recognise critical dynamic handling situations straight ahead. The bi-xenon headlamps with the force, bringing the car to a standstill faster. Thanks to at an early stage. If, for example, a wheel is spinning Active Light System improve illumination of bends the anti-lock braking system (ABS), the wheels do not or is in danger of losing contact with the road, ESP` by up to 90 % by following the steering movements lock when automatic emergency braking is triggered brakes it in order to stabilise the vehicle. If required, of the wheels. The cornering light function provides and the car remains steerable. When the driver takes the engine output is also adapted. The new STEER extra assistance on tight bends, when turning or his or her foot off the brake pedal again, BAS is auto- CONTROL steering assistance system helps the driver cornering, or when parking or manoeuvring, helping matically deactivated. to stabilise the vehicle. If the vehicle starts to skid, you to detect any obstacles earlier than was previously a clear impulse in the steering wheel helps the driver possible. to countersteer in the correct direction. 53 P R N + D /S C Common-rail diesel engines Petrol engine with turbocharger AUTOTRONIC Smooth and quiet operation, economy, low emissions For higher output and torque, the 2-litre version of the The AUTOTRONIC continuously variable automatic and driving pleasure – the special qualities of the petrol engine is available with an exhaust gas turbo- transmission ensures smooth gear changes, offering common-rail diesel engines. The source of this charger. In the B 200 TURBO the air flows through an appreciably enhanced comfort when compared with all-round talent is a common fuel supply pipe, or rail, additional pipe from the filter to the turbocharger and conventional automatic transmissions. Because the which keeps the fuel at a permanently high pressure from there to the charge-air cooler. The special construc- power delivery is uninterrupted, performance is also of around 1600 bar throughout the entire engine speed tion of the charger results in a spontaneous response enhanced. The driver has the option of changing gear range and injects precisely metered quantities of fuel and keeps the 280-Nm torque virtually constant across manually if required and can choose between two shift into the combustion chambers. The result is a reduction a broad engine speed range of between 1800 and modes. Comfort mode (C) reduces fuel consumption in fuel consumption and lower pollutant emissions. 4850 rpm, producing extraordinarily impressive and ensures a smooth drive, thanks to low engine Noise emissions and engine vibration have also been acceleration and in-gear flexibility. speeds, while Sports mode (S) adapts to the driver’s significantly reduced. The good torque values are driving style and increases or decreases the engine the result of, among other things, the turbocharger speed as required. with a variable nozzle turbine (VNT) and the charge-air cooling. 54 G l o s s a ry MobiloLife DaimlerChrysler Bank – financial services Interactive Owner’s Manual Our mobility and warranty package ensures that you If you have already set your heart on your dream Almost as good as a test drive: the interactive Owner’s reach your destination – whether you have lost your Mercedes and want to remain flexible in financial Manual from Mercedes-Benz. Find out for yourself key or the car has broken down and cannot be repaired terms, our leasing, financing and insurance packages how it will feel to drive your new Mercedes – it’s an immediately. It applies in almost every country in could be exactly what you’re looking for. The on-line experience that’s only a mouse click away. Our website Europe. 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It is then automatically renewed (9 ct/min). For further details, go to: every time a service is carried out by a Mercedes-Benz www.mercedes-benz.de/betriebsanleitung service centre, remaining valid until the next service is due – for a maximum of 30 years. 55 The B 200 CDI with exterior chrome package Take-back of end-of-life vehicles. Coming full circle At the end of its long life, you can return your B-Class to us for environment-friendly disposal in accordance with the EU End-of-Life Vehicle Directive 1. But that day lies a long way off. 1 Applies in accordance with national regulations to vehicles up to 3.5 t permissible gross weight. The B-Class already meets the statutory regulations governing the suitability of the vehicle’s design for reuse and recycling. A network of vehicle take-back depots and dismantlers has been established which will process your vehicle in an environment-friendly manner. 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