Is the B-Class reliable?

Is a used Mercedes B-Class hatchback reliable? The good news is the B-Class did stunningly well in our most recent reliability survey, coming top in the MPV class with an overall score of 96%.

Is the Mercedes B class comfortable?

Overall, the B Class is more comfortable than the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer and roughly on a par with the Volkswagen Touran. But what about the handling, we hear you ask? Well, despite being relatively soft and supple, the B-Class does a fine job of controlling its top-heavy mass through tight twists and turns.

Why is BMW discontinuing the i3?

BMW will end production of the i3 in Leipzig in July 2022. The reason for this is probably the conversion of the plant for the production of future electric models. The British magazine Autocar reports on the end of production, citing a spokesperson for the manufacturer.

Is the Mercedes B Class Big?

The Mercedes B-Class is a small MPV that’s based on the current Mercedes A-Class hatchback. Taller, wider and longer, the B-Class aims to blend the quality, refinement and hi-tech interior of the A-Class with greater space and practicality.

What will BMW replace the i3 with?

iX1
Instead, the i3 will be indirectly replaced by the iX1 – an all-electric version of the BMW X1 crossover that slots just below the iX3 – and an electric version of next-gen MINI Cooper. That car is being built as part of a joint venture between BMW and Chinese carmaker Great Wall Motors called Spotlight Automotive.

How long will a BMW i3 last?

BMW offers an eight-year, or 160,000km warranty on its i3 batteries, whichever comes first. And it would appear, at least in this owner’s opinion, that BMW’s engineers have succeeded in making sure the i3 has a battery that exceeds expectations.

What does B-Class mean in Mercedes?

Vehicle Type A-Class. Subcompact luxury hatchbacks and sedans. B-Class. Subcompact luxury minivans. C-Class.

Why was the Mercedes B-Class discontinued?

As for the long-term future of the B-Class, there’s speculation the model will be discontinued after the current generation as Mercedes turns its focus to lower volume, higher profit margin vehicles. Demand for the B-Class has also fallen as more buyers turn toward compact crossovers like the GLA-Class and GLB-Class.

Is BMW i3 a reliable car?

Is a used BMW i3 hatchback reliable? According to our most recent reliability survey, the i3 scored 94.1%, which put it in fourth place in a class of nine electric cars. BMW as a brand finished 13th out of 30 manufacturers – a respectable result.

How much does it cost to replace a BMW i3 battery?

BMW i3 Battery Replacement Cost A BMWi3 battery pack with originally 22 kWh of capacity, but with approximately 17.14 kWh of capacity today is selling for $2,500 on ebay. This equates to roughly $145/kWh. In 2016, BMW reported that replacing an i3 battery would cost about $16,000.

Can BMW i3 run on gas only?

So does the BMW i3 REx runs on gasoline? The simple answer is NO. It is important to note that the i3 REx still uses an electric motor to move the car. Furthermore, the REx engine operates when battery capacity drops to a pre-specified level, generating electricity to extend the range.

Where is the Mercedes B-Class built?

They are assembled at Rastatt, Germany, and from 2011 at Kecskemét, Hungary. By summer 2013, over 230,000 second generation B-Class cars had been delivered.