A new contender, Mercedes B class in North America

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Oct 18, 2006 | 10:54 PM

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A new contender, Mercedes B class in North America

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In Canada now, not sure if US bound. Base price is about $27K US. This, combined with the rumors of PSA returning to Canada could bring some more small cars to the US?

http://www.mercedes-benz.ca/index.cfm?id=4958

Oct 18, 2006 | 11:18 PM

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B Class has been out for a while, but I don't think it will be reduced in the US for a while since the smart has just been redesigned for release in the US. Got to test out the B200 Turbo with CVT tranny, not bad car, quick, good handling, but not as good as the Fit. You really notice the difference in the power though (obviously) but it lacks the feel since it's quieter inside and some more amenities like leather interior, CVT etc. Kinda pricey tho, $30k+ for a B200, turbo will run for another couple thousand more if I remember correctly. The sunroof is hella cool though.