Really smart redesign, eliminating the van-ish characteristics, while retaining the practicality. Also, great job by Thomas in highlighting the rear seat comfort!
As usual great review, the 1st few seconds made me smile, you said “it’s been redesigned from scrape” when the saying is “it’s been redesigned from scratch”. Scrape and scratch mean almost the same thing but in that phrase it’s scratch not scrape. Although I’m being picky because you’re English is fantastic/ impressive, your accent is very clear too.
Looks cool like the A-class but more practical, i think it's perfect hot hatch for "cool parents" who still wanna drive a premium hot hatch like the a class but needs more room for their baby stuff 😅
I have been driving the W246 200CDI, SE trim , manual gearbox,for 2 years now, I did around 70 000 km so far. A good car, nice visibility,economical - averaging 4,8l/100km . Seating position for driver is good, with plenty of adjustment, back seats have more room comparing to C and E class even. The very practical tables are missing now, my wife loves them , especially when feeding the toddler. Boot space is not the greatest. Very agile in city environment, bit noisy on motorway. Good quality so far, no major issues. I regret about no spending more on optional glass sunroof and automatic gearbox. Lovely car.
I really really like this so much. It is like a no compromise hatchback with a lot of space. Better rear leg room, better headroom, better boot space. And honestly I love the looks. I think these looks will divide opinion less than the A Class, CLS and new GLE which may be more daring. But I love all their designs of late. It has something German cars didn't really have and that's emotion. BMW and Audi design is a bit bland and generic but Mercedes is making good looking cars that have somewhat unique design imo.
Just got my 2019 b180 sport 1.3 auto, absolutely love it apart from hesitation from the gearbox when setting off..is there a fix for this do you know???
Well, I found this new generation nicely designed, and much more beautiful than previous models (which were already nice)...it's not supposed to be a sports car, but it's doing the job of practicality, compact size, sufficient space, and nice looking.
I have the current B Class, it seems this new one is an improvement over the current in most aspects, except the default seating position boot space where the current model is slightly bigger and that cheap looking parcel shelf... The back of the car looks great, looks very much like the GLC which is not a bad thing at all. Perhaps B Class will become more popular this time round, granting an opportunity to create an AMG version.
Very good design, it could attract more A-class buyers. The old B-class looks like an old grandpa car or moms car. This 20419 model looks more sporty and could fits well with younger people that are interested in A-class
Dag meneer :) Ik heb een Mercedes B 180 Ambition uit 2016 . Zit in dit model 2019 een Renault motor ingebouwd? Fijne Paasdagen nog :) Marcus uit Holland.
Great overview Thomas and Holger! I actually thought the B Class looked not too bad at all before and it has improved even more with this new generation. The Mercedes interiors are beginning to look and feel better. I have found them to be a little plastic/hollow at times. Not solid and sure, as one might find in a Volkswagen Group car. One thing is for sure, the speech recognition is pretty darn good. Looking forward to the driving review!
Chauffeured car really? This thing would most likely ride like an entry level car like its predecessor does. Does it even have independent rear suspension?
From scratch Thomas, not from scrape. The taillights are much better than on the A-Class. I really think they kill the looks on the A. Would look better with those ones here.
Great video. I have some experience with previous gen of B class and I will sum up my imression: I'm a bit upset with the new appearance. Less boxy shape and longer bonnet/nose... I don't personally like it that much. Hopefully there's still plenty of headroom. Finally mercedes presented movable rear seat! Oh my, even nissan pulsar has one, not speaking about golf plus and other rivals. Come on, merc, it's 2019 almost :) Interior. Very sad that they decided to replace rear folding shelf/curtain with the solid and non folding one. On w246 it was very handy and easy to place smth relatively high into the trunk with just folding the shelf. And here it's not possible anymore - you have to take off the shelf and put it somewhere. Weird... It's a family small mpv (kids, sport stuff, etc.) and it's not expensive to equip a car with such a simple equipment. Makes no sense in this particular case. Again, IMHO. The car is not so heavy and I'd personally chose 1.3 petrol with 7g dct. Even 109-hp diesel on w246 is very punchy, meaning that 136-hp petrol will be comparably quick and sufficient for city and highway both. Also, I hope that they will save the lightest steering I've ever seen. It's not helpful with sporty style driving but what a joy maneuvering in city!
Once again you are first in with the cars that interest me the most! Thomas, you were very complimentary about the Golf SV so the big question is, which car? B Class, Golf SV or Active Tourer?? 🤔
@@autogefuehl You'd be surprised. By the time you spec a high end SV GT with all the trimmings and a glass roof the price is right up there with the other 2! But it's probably WAY cheaper to run! 😊
looks hellva lot more sleeker than the old B .. although still quite lower like the A class... we just r seated higher... it has definitely lost is van'ish like looks for sure...
Why anyone need A class ? Now b class look same share same platform,machanicles and interior design . It is more spacious, comfortable and much more practical . It will give almost same driving experience as a class . To me it's better than a class
I mean because of your big hand microphone you have limited capabilities for your movements, if you use lavalier microphone your hands will be free to move for show details to us.
We know what we are doing and we have all microphones available. If I would have used a small lavalier Microphone here, you would have wondered how intense the background noise is on those shows is. We always want to deliver you the best sound quality, that is priority number one
The outside design is really nice, the overall setup of the car is actually really nice. I will say though that the interior design just like with the new A-Class is... ugly... sorry but I hate these two screens there they look more like an afterthought than a well integrated environment.
Personally, I couldn't define this car shape design! I feel Mecedes-Benz cars are loosing a lot and if they continue the way this car looks here, sure they will end like Peugeot!
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Mercedes is killing the competition!! Gorden Wagener and his team did amazing job!!
Really smart redesign, eliminating the van-ish characteristics, while retaining the practicality. Also, great job by Thomas in highlighting the rear seat comfort!
Autogefühl smashing it today - well done guys!
Front and tail lights are even nicer than A-Class, IMO
I love it!! Those lights are so unique to this model so far. I would take this over an A Class actually.
As usual great review, the 1st few seconds made me smile, you said “it’s been redesigned from scrape” when the saying is “it’s been redesigned from scratch”. Scrape and scratch mean almost the same thing but in that phrase it’s scratch not scrape. Although I’m being picky because you’re English is fantastic/ impressive, your accent is very clear too.
Appreciated!
I think they have succeeded with their task design-wise. Much more attractive than the previous design.
Looks cool like the A-class but more practical, i think it's perfect hot hatch for "cool parents" who still wanna drive a premium hot hatch like the a class but needs more room for their baby stuff 😅
Nuhan Hidayat they buy suvs
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Looks nice, very clean line. Good review. Thank you!
I have been driving the W246 200CDI, SE trim , manual gearbox,for 2 years now, I did around 70 000 km so far. A good car, nice visibility,economical - averaging 4,8l/100km . Seating position for driver is good, with plenty of adjustment, back seats have more room comparing to C and E class even. The very practical tables are missing now, my wife loves them , especially when feeding the toddler. Boot space is not the greatest. Very agile in city environment, bit noisy on motorway. Good quality so far, no major issues. I regret about no spending more on optional glass sunroof and automatic gearbox. Lovely car.
thanks for the report!
@@autogefuehl you are very welcome. I like your reviews.
I really really like this so much. It is like a no compromise hatchback with a lot of space. Better rear leg room, better headroom, better boot space. And honestly I love the looks. I think these looks will divide opinion less than the A Class, CLS and new GLE which may be more daring. But I love all their designs of late. It has something German cars didn't really have and that's emotion. BMW and Audi design is a bit bland and generic but Mercedes is making good looking cars that have somewhat unique design imo.
Just got my 2019 b180 sport 1.3 auto, absolutely love it apart from hesitation from the gearbox when setting off..is there a fix for this do you know???
Yes. Proper seats and more space then a class all i needed to see
This looks way more better than the A-class. Not bad 👍🏼
What about full electric B Class? Good presentation as always Thomas👍🏻
I think the EQB is in testing, but it will be expensive though.
insideevs.com/mercedes-benz-eqb-spied-testing/
Here it is/was. Afaik they will not renew it though: th-cam.com/video/-JJ19mcONNg/w-d-xo.html
MB discontinue electric B class already.
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What is the width (with the mirrors open and closed) ?
Simply, yeah i would buy this carr .Tailights look better than A series .another thing ; Thanks thomas for providing all thesee
Do you know if there will be an EV Version on it, with at last 450km of range?
Well, I found this new generation nicely designed, and much more beautiful than previous models (which were already nice)...it's not supposed to be a sports car, but it's doing the job of practicality, compact size, sufficient space, and nice looking.
So many Paris reviews! Loving it.
What is the name of this Color please ?
Looks really great, practical family car which takes design queues from A class , I think it will do really well
very nice car can you tell me this model cost
For the macbook you can use a usb type c cable
Is there a CD-slot ?
No news on a PHEV version ?
I have the current B Class, it seems this new one is an improvement over the current in most aspects, except the default seating position boot space where the current model is slightly bigger and that cheap looking parcel shelf...
The back of the car looks great, looks very much like the GLC which is not a bad thing at all.
Perhaps B Class will become more popular this time round, granting an opportunity to create an AMG version.
How do the dimensions compare to the previous generation of the B Class?
all info in the review!
How much is this car, fully equipped with all the gadgets? Probably as much as the whole car
when is coming the new mercedes benz r class? or not
OoO great review! Well done Thomas and Holga as always.
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Great review sir!
Im team INFINITI but that MB cockpit w that single, but double screen layout is BOMB!!
Very good design, it could attract more A-class buyers. The old B-class looks like an old grandpa car or moms car.
This 20419 model looks more sporty and could fits well with younger people that are interested in A-class
Does Mercedes a class have google earth (satellite) navigation?
Fewhhh...what a busy day😊😊... take some rest Thomas😁😁
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I DO want the EQB now! Top work with the walktrough, Thomas.
It became more sporty but inside volume has been shrunk compare to W246 B class.
B35 or B45 AMG ?
Dag meneer :) Ik heb een Mercedes B 180 Ambition uit 2016 . Zit in dit model 2019 een Renault motor ingebouwd? Fijne Paasdagen nog :) Marcus uit Holland.
Very professional review
Great overview Thomas and Holger! I actually thought the B Class looked not too bad at all before and it has improved even more with this new generation. The Mercedes interiors are beginning to look and feel better. I have found them to be a little plastic/hollow at times. Not solid and sure, as one might find in a Volkswagen Group car. One thing is for sure, the speech recognition is pretty darn good. Looking forward to the driving review!
thanks Richard! Driving review in November!
Chauffeured car really? This thing would most likely ride like an entry level car like its predecessor does. Does it even have independent rear suspension?
yes it does...
Why so many new cars are anounced in the same day ?
because its the perfect platform to showcase new cars.
paris car show
Very harmonic, elegant design, good work!
That was quick! The car looks great. Finally a German MPV that's better than the Picasso.
I'm so excited for this to come to Canada! Apparently we're supposed to get the A-Class too so that could be a difficult decission.
Awesome review!!
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Looks good to me as a retired person
I like it! Very Nice!
😃😃😃 Awsome work keep going 👌.. eagerly waiting for more reviews to come...
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@@autogefuehl yaaah definitely 😀😀
sadly will not be placing an order as no Manual option !!!
8:58 i don't think that's the gear lever
Well but it is, in almost every Mercedes it is on the right side behind the steering wheel.
yeah i know
Thomas as always the best :-)
This looks good.
New a class has sharp lines and curves both on front and rear which I don’t see in the new b class.
Is the engine from Mercedes or Renault? Just curious
Both. Smaller engine = Renault, bigger engine = Mercedes
From scratch Thomas, not from scrape. The taillights are much better than on the A-Class. I really think they kill the looks on the A. Would look better with those ones here.
Congrats, Gorden! ;)
Thomas, I like it will you have some one on one time with it and drive it?
In November!
Great video. I have some experience with previous gen of B class and I will sum up my imression:
I'm a bit upset with the new appearance. Less boxy shape and longer bonnet/nose... I don't personally like it that much. Hopefully there's still plenty of headroom.
Finally mercedes presented movable rear seat! Oh my, even nissan pulsar has one, not speaking about golf plus and other rivals. Come on, merc, it's 2019 almost :)
Interior. Very sad that they decided to replace rear folding shelf/curtain with the solid and non folding one. On w246 it was very handy and easy to place smth relatively high into the trunk with just folding the shelf. And here it's not possible anymore - you have to take off the shelf and put it somewhere. Weird... It's a family small mpv (kids, sport stuff, etc.) and it's not expensive to equip a car with such a simple equipment. Makes no sense in this particular case. Again, IMHO.
The car is not so heavy and I'd personally chose 1.3 petrol with 7g dct. Even 109-hp diesel on w246 is very punchy, meaning that 136-hp petrol will be comparably quick and sufficient for city and highway both. Also, I hope that they will save the lightest steering I've ever seen. It's not helpful with sporty style driving but what a joy maneuvering in city!
thanks for the feedback !
I think this B-class looks cute XD
I like the design!
Once again you are first in with the cars that interest me the most! Thomas, you were very complimentary about the Golf SV so the big question is, which car? B Class, Golf SV or Active Tourer?? 🤔
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Well the Golf SV is WAY cheaper than the other 2....
@@autogefuehl You'd be surprised. By the time you spec a high end SV GT with all the trimmings and a glass roof the price is right up there with the other 2! But it's probably WAY cheaper to run! 😊
Please make a CLB , GT fastback of this; it will be big lit
The rear and that colour is gorgeous
What's next? Mercedes B35 AMG? 😂😂
why not?
Actually, i love that idea
I really hope so. The best would be a B35 Amg All terrain.
they actualy made a B55 AMG on the first gen but sadly its only a prototype.
th-cam.com/video/ah03iHmb-MI/w-d-xo.html
😂😂
Nice matte paint. Thomas does another great job.
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i still think the c class interior esp the dash looks way better, but the new design headlamp looks nice in this ver of b class
Look very nice I have the old b class and I love so cant wait to get this one
Hate that everything is turbo now
It looks very nice👍
B klase 👍👍👍👍👍
looks hellva lot more sleeker than the old B .. although still quite lower like the A class... we just r seated higher... it has definitely lost is van'ish like looks for sure...
MBUX: The voice says 'How can I help you?' but on the screen it's the correct 'How may I help you?' Mildly interesting.
Why anyone need A class ? Now b class look same share same platform,machanicles and interior design . It is more spacious, comfortable and much more practical . It will give almost same driving experience as a class . To me it's better than a class
Very nice and nicer than A-Klasse!
Nice shoes.
cheers - check video description 4 info =)
I want All New R-Class, Mercedes-Benz!!!
Wish there was a brand under mercedes like how audi has vw
Except it's the other way around. VW owns Audi....
Steve Nugent i meant as in price point not ownership if that wasnt obvious
Let's do a B35 AMG to reach the young Dad's who won't renounche the room and comfort. 😁
i like it Thomas, its different thats what merc is about
When Mercedes literally understood that segment name is a Golf class :D
Nice car for the sporty mom.
First time i heard paint, i really did.
Thank you Thomas
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Looks better than current B-class
You should buy wireless microphone.
Have u seen any wire?
I mean because of your big hand microphone you have limited capabilities for your movements, if you use lavalier microphone your hands will be free to move for show details to us.
We know what we are doing and we have all microphones available. If I would have used a small lavalier Microphone here, you would have wondered how intense the background noise is on those shows is. We always want to deliver you the best sound quality, that is priority number one
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Autogefühl thank you for nice explanation.
The Dutch National police went with this car as their new police cruiser, i am wondering if this is big enough for a police car.
the overall exterior design is better than the a class. more pure, more simple. But the big front logo is ugly. Overall better than a class.
Looks good...
The back looks like a mini GLC
B Class: where style goes to die.
The outside design is really nice, the overall setup of the car is actually really nice. I will say though that the interior design just like with the new A-Class is... ugly... sorry but I hate these two screens there they look more like an afterthought than a well integrated environment.
Personally, I couldn't define this car shape design! I feel Mecedes-Benz cars are loosing a lot and if they continue the way this car looks here, sure they will end like Peugeot!
08:58 Achtung Achtung, german making a joke.
This is nice...
Voice control says: "How can I help you?". Screen reads: "How may I help you?" Annoying AF...
Is always a problem, that’s not what the customers want to hear sorrz