Mercedes-Benz B 200 2019– car dimensions: 4419 mm long, 1796 mm wide and 1562 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,415 kg. Braked towing is 1,600 kg.
The Progressive cabin features dual 10.25-inch digital displays with MBUX multimedia system as standard, including wireless smartphone integration for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. THERMATIC single-zone automatic climate control keeps the interior comfortable. TEMPOMAT cruise control with limiter is fitted. Active Brake Assist provides automatic emergency braking. Active Lane Keeping Assist helps stay in lane. Parking package with PARKTRONIC sensors front and rear plus high-resolution reversing camera with guidelines is standard. Blind Spot Assist appears on some higher Progressive packs or markets.
Boot holds 420 litres with seats up. Fold the 40/20/40 rear seats for 1505 litres. Height-adjustable load floor and cargo nets make everyday loading practical.
Braked towing capacity reaches 1600 kg and unbraked 745 kg. Payload is 510 kg. Comfort suspension with lowered chassis suits mixed road use.
The cabin feels spacious and practical with a higher seating position than saloons, dual 10.25-inch digital displays as standard on Progressive, 64-colour ambient lighting, comfort seats with 4-way lumbar support and multi-way adjustments including seat depth on the driver side, ARTICO upholstery options, and a quiet interior aided by acoustic measures. Optional multi-contour seats with massage and ENERGIZING kinetics add further support on longer trips.
Petrol mild-hybrid 1.3-litre engine with combined consumption 5.9-6.6 l/100 km (WLTP).
ASSYST PLUS flexible service system. intervals typically alternate Service A and B based on time/distance and conditions.
Euro NCAP 5-star rating (2019 test on Progressive), adult occupant 96%, child 90%, pedestrian 78%, safety assist 75%.
Standard safety includes Active Brake Assist, Attention Assist, active lane keeping, multiple airbags (front, side, curtain, knee), ESP, tyre pressure monitoring and emergency call.
The B 200 Progressive runs a 1.3-litre turbo petrol mild-hybrid producing 163 hp and 270 Nm, paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic. Official combined fuel use sits in the 5.9-6.6 l/100 km range depending on equipment and conditions, with a 43-litre tank.
Servicing follows the ASSYST PLUS system that calculates intervals from driving style, load and time rather than fixed mileage alone. Service A (oil, filter, checks) and Service B (adds cabin filter, brake fluid) alternate, with more frequent work advised for short trips or dusty conditions. Transmission fluid changes are recommended periodically despite lifetime claims.
Safety is strong with a full 5-star Euro NCAP score from the 2019 test of a Progressive model. Standard kit covers autonomous emergency braking for cars, pedestrians and cyclists, attention monitoring, lane support, speed limit recognition, seven or more airbags and stability systems. The structure held up well in frontal and side tests.
Day-to-day ownership benefits from the high seating position, adjustable rear seats that slide for luggage flexibility (420-1505 litres), easy-pack tailgate and connected services. Regular dealer or specialist maintenance keeps the dual-clutch gearbox and mild-hybrid system reliable. the model scores above average in reliability surveys.
Length 4419 mm, Width 1796 mm, Height 1562 mm, Wheelbase 2729 mm (B 200 2019-present)
Sources: manufacturer data, Mercedes-Benz owner's manual, egy-car.com, encyCARpedia/UK brochure.