Mercedes-Benz, trying to stir public interest in the new generation B-Class models, whose debut is not far off, revealed the first official information about the car. Rejection in the development of B-class car the next generation of old heavy platform "sandwich" in favor of the new front-wheel drive "trucks" has allowed to lower the center of gravity by 30 mm model and give it a sporty character. The design has a special niche kompaktven underfloor storage compartment for batteries, tanks with natural gas and fuel cells. According to the German company, the start of production of electric, hybrid, natural gas and hydrogen modifications Mercedes-Benz is scheduled for the 2013-2014 years. Range of internal combustion engines Mercedes-Benz B-Class will make upgraded diesel engines and new petrol units, including 1.6-liter turbo unit to the technology that is available in two capacities: 123 and 154 hp One of the advantages of this motor is high torque at low revs. According to AutoEvolution, Mercedes-Benz intends to develop in collaboration with the Renault range of compact dimensions and volume of engines, which will include a 3-cylinder units. New get-wheel drive system, which will be completed and "charged" version of the B-Class with AMG shildikom with engine capacity of more than 300 hp Premiere Mercedes-Benz B-Class is scheduled for mid-September and will take place during the Frankfurt Motor Show. The cost of the B-class hatchback should remain at the level of prices of the current version of the car, which the Russian market can be bought for 1.09 million rubles.
