Mercedes-Benz B-Class (2012 - 2019) B200 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY Sport 5d Auto (2012/62) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
That I'm a badge snob.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They all hate it as well.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Never - I cannot even fit a child seat in the back and have enough legroom in the front. Fuel economy is only low 40s - I was told it would easily achieve 60mpg.
What are you likely to buy next?
Another Honda that is comfortable, reliable and easy to drive.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchised
Did you buy this car new?
Yes
What price did you pay?
£26,500
When did you buy the car?
October 2012
Did you get a good deal and why?
No, paid list price as it's a new model with a long waiting list.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
New model, fuel economy.
What was the dealer like?
Reasonable as expected.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Terrible - ride is so harsh that I avoid using car if possible. I own a Honda Integra Type R - the ride is far softer than the Mercedes!!!
What's it like to park?
Difficult - no reverse parking sensors, only a camera which is useless. Door pillar also restricts view - tend to look out of rear door glass when reversing.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Undertray broke - £210. runflat tyre 'bulged' - £180. Wheel out of true caused by pothole.
What's most practical about your car?
Good headlights.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Bluetooth car phone.
