Mercedes B-Class 2019 has evolved, but is it for the better?

[@rivervalegroup]

Would you consider a B-Class?

[@kn58]

If only it had a third row of seats

[@rohannony]

2 series active tourer all day long. Mercedes build quality is not great, and Bmw engines are just so good.

[@ArsenPotentier]

Too old fashioned

[@mikes6844]

I owned a Mk1 B class as I’d been weaning myself away from C class. It was the most useful car I’d ever owned, good reliability and cost of ownership cheaper than my current VW Golf. Yes I’d buy one as the new spec has only increased its appeal .

[@petermitchell6348]

Nah. Good review but this isn't for me. Why do they feel the need to 'sport' it up? And it looks too ordinary considering it's a Mercedes.

[@shroomyesc]

I like the style on this more than the A-Class, the proportions seem more correct.

[@GrrMeister]

*Exactly, the more popular 'A' Class with **_'Millenials'_** looks like an Elephant has sat on it, and the far more practical 'B' (2 mountain bikes in back no problem) is seen as a 'GrandPa' Car. Have both the W245 and W246 Versions, B200 CDi and the former is used for towing a 1½ Ton Caravan which it does superbly, and economically. (Around 25-30 mpg Towing which is around the same as my brothers fairly small Camper Van.)*

[@markscott554]

Thank you for nailing the difference right at the start between the A and the B.

[@rivervalegroup]

Thanks for the great feedback, Mark. Are you interested in getting a new Mercedes?

[@markscott554]

@@rivervalegroup Yes. Not sure about the new Golf 8 (had a Golf 6 for a long time). Wanted to level up to an A.

[@L77yma]

Long awaited long review of the B Class ! 🙏

[@rivervalegroup]

👍 glad we could help

[@CB-RADIO-UK]

I do wish they would offer a few extra colours. GREAT review full of detail.

[@rivervalegroup]

Thanks, Fred 👍 what colour is your shed?

[@GrrMeister]

40:37 *Great very thorough review, well done. I currently have a B200 CDi AMG Line 7 speed Automatic (W245) and have been absolutely delighted with it. £30 Annual Road Tax, Up to 72.3 Genuine MPG and on the Autobahn achieved 142 mph (Shown on Sat-Nav) Over 22,000 Miles it has averaged 54.4 MPG which includes a lot of short urban trips, as well as very high speed Autobahn Driving. Currently seriously considering replacing with the new model, however I have heard a rumour that next year a **_Plug in Hybrid_** and **_all Electric_** will be introduced. PS I was at a privileged Mercedes review panel at Dortmund in December 2016 participating in customer feedback and comments on this Model, and can't say anymore otherwise I would have to kill you ! (Made in Rastatt Germany not Stuttgart)*

[@rivervalegroup]

Thanks for the feedback GrrMeister 👍 great to hear back from owners and the experience they have had with the car. Are you the German 007?

[@GrrMeister]

@@rivervalegroup *_Nein Nein Herr OSV,_** but collected mine from Rastatt where present models are manufactured and had a tour of the Works and Museum before handover of Car. Sadly this 1st Class, Rail, Plane & Hotel return trip option all paid for no longer available. Regarding the **_007 Label_** Well actually I have skied the Schilthorn Black Run (On Her Majesty's Secret Service) but did **_'downgrade'_** from an 'S' Class and much prefer in every way the W246 - the braking, steering, acceleration, silence and Economy all exceed the 420SE 'S' Class (W126) I owned for many years and did clock 145 MPH on Autobahn which bettered the 'B' Class by 3mph but that was Speedo Reading. Thanks for mentioning how quiet the engine is at (**7:35**) as I regularly challenge passengers to be able to detect any engine noise, as quite a few are thinking an Electric Version would be quieter ! You can't get 2 mountain bikes in the boot of an S Class, but you can easily in the 'B'*

[@ebuyumak4657]

Hey, I am interested in buying a B class, but the only question that Ive got left is how good the sound system is. Im on the road quite often, and I use my time in the car by calling people for arrangements and work etc. I just want to hear people talk clearly and I want them to hear me talk clearly, so no background noises.

[@davidyoung9561]

I really don't see the point in hybrid or all electric when modern diesel engines are so efficient and economical.

[@GrrMeister]

@@davidyoung9561 *It's all this Green Party nonsense !*

[@toptobottom247]

MB messed up when they took the all-electric model away. This new look with a larger battery would have made great sales.

[@GrrMeister]

*Heard today update Mid 2020 **_Plug in Hybrid_** models with up to 50 Miles on battery, and 'Pure Electric' range unknown but suspect 220-250 Miles. Asked Mercedes dealer and prices as yet not available.*

[@MG1949]

That that is a proper unbiased review,

[@rivervalegroup]

We do our best, Malcolm! Thanks for watching, glad you enjoyed it 👍

[@GrrMeister]

50:00 *Conclusion - Put it in 'Sport' Mode and a warning will pop up, "are you sure" and the car goes like a **-scalded cat-** rocket if you insist - can be truly frightening (B200 CDi AMG)*

[@GrrMeister]

45.45 *The **_Sailing Mode_** is not a song by Rod, but is a 'freewheeling' mode that I have found very useful and used sensibly anticipating traffic ahead can greatly aid MPG - I have achieved 95% efficiency on my W246 B200 CDi and would expect similar results. Have bettered Mercedes figures with a 90 mile trip from Bridgnorth to home 90 miles and showing 74.3 MPG -*

[@JohanIsraelsson]

Thank you for the excellent review! My wife and I are currently looking at a 2019 B class d200 and I think you've made a good case for it. The only thing we're mulling is the size of the boot. Tricky.

[@rivervalegroup]

Hi Johan, thanks for the great feedback. If you live in the UK one of of vehicle specialists would happily look into this for you. Contact us today via this link: www.osv.ltd.uk/hello-youtube/

[@TheDuvee6]

Compact MPV is the greatest car body-type Europe created. Now they're all being replaced by SUVs. Amazingly it's only Mercedes-Benz and BMW (2-series AT) that are keeping it up.

[@GrrMeister]

*Big discounts are available on this latest B Class, particularly pre registered low milage, which make it even cheaper than a Golf ! - Check it out on line, especially vehicles registered 2019 as 2020 is only just over a month away. I have just agreed a purchase of pre-reg 19 plate with 81 miles on clock B200CDi AMG with Premium Pack at £10,000 less than list price. at the moment (late November) dealers are desperate to sell their stock to get a 'Santa' Bonus.Bad time to sell, good time to buy. Picking it up tomorrow and can't think straight !*

[@davidyoung9561]

The highlight of this video was at 44:31 on seeing a 1976 Kawasaki Z1.

[@rivervalegroup]

Great spot David 👍

[@mohamedsaied9091]

Thank you

[@rivervalegroup]

Our pleasure, Mohamed 👍

[@robertmyers4390]

Fantastic review as alwas,,,Well done .

[@rivervalegroup]

Thanks Robert, that's great to hear 👍

[@malcolmscott4150]

Great review - B class a worthy member of Mercedes family

[@rivervalegroup]

Thanks, Malcolm 👍 we weren't too sure when we first heard of it... but we were wrong. great vehicle

[@tommyolsen8224]

Like the new B-Class ☑️👏🏽

[@oscarmadison8530]

I would opt for the petrol model.

[@MybeautifulandamazingPrincess]

ridiculous

[@rimmerblues1586]

Nice car but still preferring the 2018 facelift BMW Active Tourer overall. I wonder how the 2021 BMW AT will turn out. But as with all premium German brands - options...

[@HoodedFig900]

Mercedes forgot to add a supercharger again!

[@角達也-m4r]

Thank You! & Good Reviw.

[@miteshd1165]

Hi my friend, I'm planning to buy a 2015 B250 sports tourer, 111k kms. It will be my first car in Toronto but worried about maintenance, repair cost. Can you share how much it cost yearly?

[@GrrMeister]

*How much did it cost Mercedes to develop the latest 'B' Class - well over a Billion €.....*

[@hassana22]

I love because wholesaler money for it.

[@CliffDaviszootour]

What's it like to get in and out of if you have dodgy knees? Seems quite low.

[@rivervalegroup]

It is lower than its alternatives, if you want to find something more suitable feel free to contact our vehicle experts here at OSV www.osv.ltd.uk/contact-us/

[@itzajdmting]

I have 2 bad knees and it is a doddle to get in and out I thoroughly recommend trying one brilliant cars placing an order soon

[@itzajdmting]

Mind you you must make sure you Jack the seat height up

[@GrrMeister]

Very easy indeed, my wife acts a volunteer picking up elderly to take to local Church Luncheon Club, and none have any difficulty, either in the front or rear. It's not 'low'

[@Tim_Kent]

20:16 🤔

[@MukeshSharmabhatt9]

i'm going for bmw 225xe phev. hope it beat merc

[@stuartbush1139]

What do you think of the 1.3 136BHP petrol engine, is it under powered for a car of this size ?

[@60BOR]

It is underpowered, i owned 157 hP, that is quite perfect. And i have oredred new one with 163hP.

[@TheDuvee6]

It depends on what car you're coming from. 136 HP seems substantial for most people.

[@davidpearn5925]

What ground clearance does It have?.

[@rivervalegroup]

170mm 👍

[@davidpearn5925]

So let’s not refer to it as an SUV..

[@davidpearn5925]

It certainly doesn’t look anything like 170.

[@GrrMeister]

@@davidpearn5925 Well I consider that a good description, can load 2 adult mountain bikes in rear, huge amount of ski luggage (Incl 4 sets of Skis) Achieve 140 mph (B200CDi W246) and return over 70mpg (best I got 74.3 over 90 mile trip)

[@tgb-vf4es]

@@davidpearn5925 170 is ridiculous as it is definitely not more than 140 and the approach angles are awful. It is not an SUV in any way and not capable of even climbing a relatively abrupt acces way.

[@Cristip]

Expensive for mantenance like a secon-hand sold...

[@GrrMeister]

9:54 *Amazing Prediction - are you some kind of Prophet or Clairvoyant anticipating the PanicDemic due in early 2020*

[@jamminz6673]

Benz quality is getting too cheap

[@paulpalmtree9295]

Jamminz Same with BMW. After all when your handing over a large chunk of change, especially on a premium badge vehicle, its disappointing when you discover the over use of cheap nasty plastics, in the construction of your car.

[@cristianorizzo5612]

Mercedes no Brasil disel

[@imranmohammed366]

i recemeber was to you meet work with dave idie

[@rivervalegroup]

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[@oneonefour11pirrama60]

YOu are making me fall asleep

[@mountain_del1863]

Ridiculous comment! Absolutely brilliant review. Piles of useful information for prospective B class buyers.