2015 Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric

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$41,450
Starting Price 
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Smooth and powerful powertrain

Low range

Navigation system, keyless entry and ignition, and range-extending mode are now standard features

Exceptionally quiet cabin

Competitors offer similar performance at lower prices

Availability expanded to all 50 states

Efficient and practical regenerative braking

Options are quite pricey

Specs & Features

$41,450

price

177 hp

horsepower

251 lb.-ft.

torque

1-Speed Direct Drive

transmission

electric FWD 1A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

Belonging to the compact hatchback segment, the 2015 Mercedes-Benz B-Class Hatchback carries all the qualities of a true electric vehicle. With a starting price of MSRP of $41,450, the Mercedes Benz B-Class offers just one trim. This puts it in direct competition with cars like the BMW i3, the Volkswagen e-Golf, and the Ford Focus electric. There aren't any powertrain options to explore here. The B-Class is equipped with a 132 kWh electric motor and a 28-kW battery pack with a rated power output of 177 horsepower. Through this setup, the B-Class gets a range of 87 miles. In a straight line, the B-Class clocks a 0-60 of 6.7 seconds. While the powertrain leaves you devoid of choices, the choice is instead offered through the 10 beautiful colors available for the car.

Buying Advice

The 2015 Mercedes-Benz B-Class Hatchback is a premium electric hatchback offered in a single trim. However, we recommend adding the Premium Package that adds some extra features including an 8-inch high-resolution central screen, a Harman/Kardon LOGIC7 surround sound system, SiriusXM Radio, auto-dimming driver-side and inside rearview mirrors, and more.

Trims

    Base
    $41,450 onwards
    • 17-inch machined aluminum Wheels
    • 1St row LCD monitor
    • A-Spec Sport Seats
    • AM/FM/HD/Satellite-Prep
    • Front air conditioning
    • Heated mirrors
    • Leatherette Seat trim
    • Rain sensing windsheild wiper
    • Rear Fog/driving lights
    • Remote keyless entry

Compare to similar cars

Price

$41,450

Engine

electric

Rating

6.45

Horsepower

177 hp

Torque

251 lb.-ft.

Capacity

5

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$42,400- $46,250

electric

7.85

170 hp

184 lb.-ft.

4

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$29,170

electric

8.09

143 hp

184 lb.-ft.

5

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$33,450- $35,445

electric

8.22

115 hp

199 lb.-ft.

5

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2015 Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    10 sec13.9 sec135 mph
    6.2 sec--
    7.46 sec-93 mph
    9.9 sec17.7 sec85 mph

    2015 Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      SourceCompare
      85 mpg82 mpg84 mpg
      127 mpg111 mpg119 mpg
      126 mpg105 mpg116 mpg
      110 mpg99 mpg105 mpg

      2015 Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        171.6 in.70.3 in.61.2 in.7 in.106.2 in.
        172.9 in.71.8 in.58.2 in.5 in.104.3 in.
        168.1 in.70.8 in.57.1 in.5 in.103.6 in.
        157 in.70 in.62.1 in.5.5 in.101.2 in.

        2015 Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          21.6 cu.ft.-51.4 cu.ft.
          14.5 cu.ft.90.7 cu.ft.33.9 cu.ft.
          22.8 cu.ft.-52.7 cu.ft.
          11.8 cu.ft.94.6 cu.ft.36.9 cu.ft.

          2015 Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            SourceCompare
            51.4 cu.ft.21.6 cu.ft.51.4 cu.ft.
            83.1 cu.ft.14.5 cu.ft.33.9 cu.ft.
            52.7 cu.ft.22.8 cu.ft.52.7 cu.ft.
            36.9 cu.ft.11.8 cu.ft.36.9 cu.ft.

            2015 Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              783 lbs.3957 lbs.
              715 lbs.2860 lbs.
              941 lbs.3391 lbs.
              827 lbs.3640 lbs.

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