Should You Buy a Used MERCEDES B-CLASS? (TEST DRIVE AND REVIEW B180CDI)
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- Опубликовано: 24 мар 2019
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The Mercedes B-Class has been around since 2006. I've always thought it was a strange model. Today I'm in the second generation, a 'B180 CDI Sport', to try and figure out if it's worth buying.
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I have same car in silver, 1.5 CDI manual, had it 18 months so far and been absolutely brilliant, never missed a beat, recommended!!!
I have a 2014 B250 here in Australia, after 4 years I can say it is the best reliable car I've ever bought in 25 years of driving.
I bought a 2013 B180 cdi auto. This car is full of surprises and drives like a hatch. Responsive engine, sharp cornering and it loves the open road. Still no problems after 156 000kms
I’m not in the market for a car, never really been a petrol head, but I enjoy your videos, you tell it how it is.
Another great video. Regardless of the cars involved I always watch your stuff. After Hoovie of course. I hope the channel grows and you get to do more and more. Keep it up and good luck in all you do.
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Another great video review. I agree totally as I too drove one almost by chance and actually loved it. Much better than previous model. Keep those reviews coming.
My dad had the exact same model. He loved it, apart from the shite Renault derived engine. So he swapped it for a slightly newer B200d with an actual proper Mercedes engine. Brilliant car.
My sentiments entirely , why have pearls when diamonds are available ? .
Badge snobs Renault F1 champions. German superior engines is history
just got this car. it gets delivered tomorrow I cant wait. Loved your review.
I have the previous B class Mercedes which is a 2011 year model. It is the B200 automatic and I am very happy with it - especially the overtaking power which is 140 kW!
I may well buy one of these today. Not what I’d normally have but I have to say as a small family car I think I might love it! Thanks great review 👍
super review! this has become my go to channel for car reviews.
I own this same vehicle and I truly am proud of my 10k purchase.Incredible family car.
how about maintenance cost of used b180 ?
How is reliability ?
@@ianj9864 I heard that the reliability is terrible, some even say it's an endless money pit
@@anthonytan2074 that's the earlier versions I've read, this shape supposed to be pretty good.
@@anthonytan2074 I have a 2014 B250 here in Australia, after 4 years I can say it is the best reliable car I've ever bought in 25 years of driving.
I have one in black, same year , mine is b200 cdi, I honestly love this car, very nice review
I live in Australia and have 2014 b250 an awesome vehicle.
How many km have you passed.?I did 280000 and it is still going like new. It is automatic gearbox 2013.
@@dyablodyablo1333 mine's got only 53000 miles, no issues till now
@@bmwf800r7 you dont have to worry for other 80000 miles...
@@dyablodyablo1333 my wife drives the car, she only does 7000 miles per year
Had one of these from Avis rental in France in May 2017. Really liked it, the turbo kicked in nicely, and coming from Australia with a Ford Escape V6, the mileage was staggering! It was comfortable and quiet and never had problems on hills or back roads. Just for my wife and I we were pretty impressed. Over 4000km done and really quite liked it.
They're very cheap to run which would come as a massive surprise from a V6 Escape haha Thanks for watching :)
Another good honest interesting review .
Thanks for watching :)
I have this car B180 Diesel (2018) from last 8 month. This is really a good one if you have a small family (2+2) and you can carry lots of stuff in boot, vary specious with good leg & head room. Shape is not good as A class but very good in economy. I have got 60 to 75 mpg from City to Motorway drive. Sometime its give 80 mpg on motorway.
You were suggested and I checked you out. I enjoyed very much. Some things you test aren't sold here so I like the peek at some unobtainium. Keep em coming. Cheers
krifferb1980 Thanks! Appreciate it 👍🏻
We have one of these - a 62 plate B1800 SE that I bought off my dad. We just wanted a reliable family car that would provide us with hassle-free motoring even though I wasn't struck on the looks (it is the basic model, so no big wheels or flashy trim) but I've actually grown to love it! The interior and boot are both huge, the engine is torquey and smooth and it copes easily with day to day driving and long-distance family holidays. I like the quirkiness too and we will keep it until it drops, which with only 60k on the clock, will be some distance in the future! Thanks for a great review of this overlooked family lugger!
Just wondering if, 4 years later, you still recommend the car? I’m going to look at one on Saturday!
@mikardo8864 Hi. We kept the car for another couple of years but had to trade it in for something bigger. It was excellent the whole time we had it nad never put a foot wrong. My own car is an A250e and the quality has taken a dip at Mercedes since our old B Class was made. Hope you got on okay!
Had one as a courtesy many moons ago when my 123d coupe was repaired. It was great in many ways. Mine was an 08 and the courtesy a 12 it felt so amazing inside for the time. This interior was basically the a class a year before that even launched the few people that had lifts in it loved it, the seats were lovely too and the boot vast. Obviously perormance wise there was 100bhp defecit the loaner being the renault special b180d. I loved the thing for the two weeks I had it. Made me chuckle the vented front discs twin exhausts and 40 profile 18s considering the actual level of performance on offer. The beemer was a sleeper se spec black on 17s. Felt sad going back to it after the merc minivan. One flaw I thought the ride was shocking def felt poor on these wheels, cant complain at the performance it is just a stylish shopping car. New shape ones well worth a look will wait till the b220d or the b250 is a few years old i may consider it as a family ride.
Thanks so much! I've been looking for ages for an affordable car with adaptive cruise, was very much focused on the Golf and a few others in that price range. Only discovered the B series a few days ago, and I found a 2013 auto with all option packs for $19,500 AUD with 40,000km, test drove one last night and like you say, owned by old people so taken good care of, it has more space, you don't see them everywhere, the engine is decent and it is comfortable inside and suspension-wise. Your video has helped me decide, perfect timing.
Adam Potaznik Thank you for that! Glad I could be of some help. I thought they were very good and not an obvious choice for the majority of people looking. I think it should be more reliable than a Golf too 😉
@@HighPeakAutos I bought it! Shiny Red C200 CDI with most options. Flew to Sydney and drove it back to Melbourne. Thx for reducing my post purchase cognitive dissonance.... Loving the adaptive cruise and Harmon Kardon speakers. Great condition and everyone who has seen it says I snagged a bargain. Also used it to transport a 55" TV box which fit perfectly. 6 years old and still has new car smell ;)
4:39 "So I've heard" wink wink ;) Top review mate, subscribed.
A. W. Abbasi 😂Thanks! Thanks for subscribing
thank you great review--thinking of getting one!!!
90 miles an hour (so I've heard !) that was really funny... You are the best reviewer for the used passenger cars that most people want to buy or are considering, for use in the UK. Love your titbits...and you do not review junk cars. Nothing breeds like success. Good job. After listening to you - so much easier to go to Autotrader and know what to look for. Thanks, far more confident now I am as I shop for something new ("used" )after the pandemic is over..
Thanks for watching. I appreciate it :)
Yeah, the good thing about this channel is that he reviews normal cars for people like us not super expensive luxury cars that a few people can buy.
Ray H
Great review as usual, can you tell me the name of the music at the beginning and end of this review ?
Thanks
It's definitely a smart looking car. Sounds as if the engine is the same one as in the Nissan Qashqai, Mercedes A-Class and the Renault Kadjar, for example. I liked the little section with the voiceover talking about the interior. Definitely the best review I have seen on one of these, most journalists don't seem interested in covering these in any decent amount of depth. Thanks again, Matt!
Thanks for watching :)
My pleasure, sir! I always enjoy high quality reviews of more "normal" affordable cars.
Thanks for the review.. I'm currently looking into buying the 2016 b200 Cdi sport.
I had one given as a courtesy car after someone wrote my focus off, about 10 years ago, it was brand new at the time, I fell in love with it, the drive is amazing and the interior is so comfortable and oozes class, I would definitely buy one 👌
Great video thanks
I've seen one before the video and now after watching the video hopefully I'll be getting the one I've seen
Great review of a car i wouldn't have considered . Keep em coming , very watchable
William Fence Thanks for watching. They’re not very common so it’s probably something people don’t think of
Thanks for doing these videos
Top guy, brilliant and thorough reviews
Ben Cosway Thanks for watching 😉
I've had two versions of this B class, a 2012 B180 diesel sport and a 2015 B220 diesel sport, second one with a lot of other extras ie sunroof, electric mirrors, bigger size screen, etc plus 35 hp more than the first one. Also in a nice metallic blue which I love. Both versions very good, for me it ticked must of the boxes: very spacious, beautiful design both sporty and elegant, also both with a nice Harman Kardon sound system which does the job, overall I'd definitely recommend this car for someone who wants a sport looking cat although they have to put family first. Love the review, one more subscriber here. Cheers
Thanks! Cheers for subscribing :)
Congratulations on 100k subscribers. Your review helped immensely. Bought a B Class 180 SE CDI
Thankyou, this model car as a second motor for me was one Ive never considered until now!
Love this - everything I was looking for! Thanks
This channel is brilliant. Although I'm a subscriber and watch fairly regularly, it never fails to deliver as here I am pondering a new(er) car for my Wife who wants something a bit smaller than an Outlander for visiting patients in the community. We've considered all the VAG stuff and haven't completely ruled it out, especially as there is mega VAG support in Plymouth (Ellis Motors Ivybridge being the best) but currently the faves are this (B class) or Alfa Giulietta 2.0 diesel. So here I am after wondering if High Peak has a B Class review and bingo! Thanks!
My daughter still has our old B Class..13 years old now.....brilliant car all round. We bought a slightly newer B class auto. Wonderful.
They're very good cars. Thanks for your comments :)
Excellent review! Great car!
Nice review. We tryed both the B180 and B200. The difference was huge where the B180 felt like a regular diesel and the B200 as a sportscar. The B200 engine loves the RPM and it actually sound pretty great good. We have now driven 128.000 km(2014 version) with no problems at all and the service is way cheaper than or previous Citroën and Skoda.
The interior basically still looks brand new... (we carry 3 kids in the back seat where the built-in kids seats are amazing)
petrol consumption on a B200 is 18 liters 100 /kms. my B 160 runs on 6 liters /100 km
we are owners of b.class 2008 with 135 tkm from Croatia and are very satisfied... on 120 tkm you have to change tensioner and a belt,front springs maybe later
@@lunafringe1018 liter of petrol per 100km cant be true, you got your figures way off
very nice review I will buy this car with the same specs thank you!
Smart, economical, like the leather seats, massive boot.nice shape. Might think about it on my next buy. Cheers.
For me personally this car has had TONS of problems. Spent more money fixing it than I spent on the car initially.
@@thomaskorousgrough7778 My pal got this vehicle (a used 2011 Mercedes Benz B-180) but unfortunately he got involved in a small accident that rendered the vehicle problematic ever since. Problems ranged from sensors not functioning to side-view mirrors not reclining etc. He was forced to dispose it at a throw away price making a huge a loss, as the value of these depreciates drastically!
I've heard tons of -ve reviews about the B Class over the years. Its very enticing to the eyes but just know if you buy it, it'll eventually end up being a money pit.
Mechanics in my home country Kenya strongly discourage potential buyers of used German cars from falling into the trap of purchasing a B Class. However, they advice that the C and E Class Mercedes segments are reliable.
Good review, to the right point for family-use car.
My 2018 b250 roof blind stopped working recently. Other than that, i love it.
good informative review and you did one thing that so many others ignore- what's the Bloody Ride like? RUclips is full f car reviewers who ignore one of the most basic things car buyers want to know: will they glide along like on a feather bed or feel every frigging bump on the road. Which is also why when someone says a car is the "sports" model alarms bells ring as it usually means feeling every pothole lile a hand grenade went off.
Great review, I always wondered how does it drive!! I'm not wondering anymore 😁👌🏼
Just got one of these not the sort of car you’d expect a 25 year old to get but I really enjoyed the test drive and I love the roominess of it.
Good choice!
Love the scenic route Matt ! Best alternative without doubt is a BMW 2 Tourer ( Cos I have owned one ) , however your review is really tempting me . Only one query , is the DCT Gearbox reliable ? - great to have some feedback on that score .
Oh Mercedes ought to be paying you a reatainer for reviews like this ! .
Great reviews as always. I looking to purchase the older module w245 with the 1.5 blue efficiency engine any thing I need to be weary of and do you have any video reviews on that model of vehicle?.
Another quality honest review...
Mohammed Shafi Thanks for watching😉
I’ve been torn between a qashqai and Mondeo for a few weeks now but giving the b class serious consideration after finding them within my price range. I’ve never had a Merc before and a little worried about future costs ie water pump change etc as for my budget you’re looking at a model with 80k+ on the clock. The other reviews have also said the sports model is firm but it does look a million times better than the SE. Great video
This 1.5dci is a renault engine basically, and they're quite reliable. Parts aren't expensive either
So helpful! Considering buying a used one and this answered majority of my concerns. Might just go for it now.
Glad it was helpful!
Me too, that is why I watched the video, I am nervous haha.
@@livingthingszw5991 Extra hard shopping for a car in lockdown! This video certainly helped
What a revelation! I have never seen one of these tested before. Excellent review.
Thanks for watching!
I've been driving older 2008 version restyle, and must say I am very satisfied with it. The only thing I am worried about is bad clearance in both w245 and w246 model, and w246 has smaller boot..you didn't have any issues with low clearance, did you? Great approach to car reviews...👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻
I crash my B every time I go down the basement
Another excellent video from the polar opposite Shmee.
Good review buddy!!
I own 1 of these,exactly the same but full white interior and auto gearbox....been a nice nippy car....gearbox got a noise on it now.....but good solid motor....had the a class and no were near as good...better gearbox also
I had a few trips in one of these as a taxi in Germany last year. It had 780,000km on it on my last trip! Can't say it was in perfect condition but it still worked!
WestfieldFreshAir haha that’s says a lot about how reliable they may be
780K !! amazing
This B class model isn‘t even that old how can it have that amount of kilometers?
You mean 78k
@@cond.oriano3264 it was a taxi dummy
Thanks for this great review
Cheers!
@@HighPeakAutos Ended up buying this car, thanks again for this review.
I have a 2014 B250 with the 2.0L turbo engine and I really love the cars! Owns it since 21 000 km now im at 125 000KM and i had no major issues at all! A very nice and roomy car for the size and cost nothing to run
true, runs on oxygen, no services needed either, lucky man,
I have a 2014 B250 here in Australia, after 4 years I can say it is the best reliable car I've ever bought in 25 years of driving.
Should I buy B250 - 2015 model, 111k Kilometers, for cad$12000?
I the previous model of this car many years ago, it was perfect for toting kids, dogs, groceries and for weekend trips as well. It never gave me any trouble at all, and I regret selling it. It was a perfect lady car. It felt so sturdy and safe. I may get another.
My wife has one of these, i find the suspension quite hard especially with those horrible run flat tyres
I have the B180 D year 18 plate automatic . Overall car is good in term of mileage efficiency. I have got 60 to 68 mpg on motorway but pickup is not good. Also on hilly area bit struggled. Conclusion if you drive in city and motor way and you will get good fuel efficiency. I m happy with this.
Just waiting to collect my 2021 B200d
Liked it...great review thank you
Thanks for watching!
I’m considering one of these now to replace my aging car. They seem very good value for the money and spec you can get them for.
Hi Matt ,
Two Litre version has equally excellent economy , plus I believe the suspension is more sophisticated, leading to a
more comfotable driving experience . Anyway just brought a 2.0 Sport auto and I am most impressed .
Found your channel a couple of weeks ago. Best car review channel, no bull no lies just straight up reviews explained very well, Any chance of doing the audi A6 Avant Ultra from 2014 ish, I'm looking to buy one which means trading my A5 sportback.
Hi! Thanks for watching - I appreciate it. Next time I get an A6 in stock I'll do a vid. Thanks :)
Very fair and nice review thanks golf and others not comparable with daimler quality
Thanks for the review, I agree with what you have said, in fact, this is my next car I am looking at, do like it in blue.
They look great in blue. I'd recommend a 200 though
Why the 200, is the 1.5 or 1.8 not OK here?
The 200's are just better. Better built and more powerful
A good second car for a family ?
It looks quite nice in white. Nice review!
Thanks!
I have a 2013 B180 Sport (1.8 litre diesel) in white, first class car, so practical, very high quality, easy to drive, very good mpg, £30 per annum road tax, superb car. The B Class does need 18” wheels though, smaller wheels just emphasise the dubious proportions of the body.
Worth mentioning it is a vehicle subject to £12.50 a day charge when entering the Ultra Low Emision Zone in London. My 2009 petrol Mercedes is not.(180A)
Other cities may follow London.
A good review and nice car. Puzzling Road Tax is £30 (?)
Thanks Richard
Just a thought concerning the supposed harsh ride, was the original on run flats and this is now on normals? Makes quite a difference as you would already know. You are right about the styling, I've always thought they look good and on a different planet the the VW Touran which has 'frump' written all over it!
I have a B200 65 reg auto sport. I periodically have ‘transmission failure, take it to your workshop, do not change gear’ warning. The car's engine would, without any warning, just cut out and the car would drift to a halt. Depending on where you were, it could prove fatal, a smart motorway for instance. The problem never showed up on Mercedes plug-in diagnostic system. But I persisted in my complaint and they had to send to head office to find out what the display meant. Finally, they found a fault, i.e. ' the battery has been producing too much voltage to the gearbox, this then causing the problems you have been experiencing', very ambiguous.
Can anyone say if this can be true?
How does the cost of servicing and parts compare to a Focus or Golf? For a used car this starts to become an important consideration!
Very good point of view
With ebay offering cheap parts for almost any car and a service basically meaning oil and filter changes that you can get done anywhere or do yourself, I wonder what people are worrying about? .
I have A w246 b250 with every option as a beater it's very good car for the price, we also have a w205 c300. The b250 is great value for the money and very solid, plenty of luxury, good on gas, roomy compare to other cars in this price range
Excellent value small family car with a premium feel. The automatic would be particularly good I imagine.
What do you think of its ground clearance? Is it suitable for UK roads? That's what is keeping me from buyng it. 134 mm ground clearance would be sufficient?
Thanks in advance! Great review!
I do love the videos you make I think I've watched about them all. I'm really struggling to deal with the jumper your wearing in this one though. I might give you a shout when I'm ready for my next car 👍🏻👍🏻😉😉😅😅
Thanks!
@@HighPeakAutos I've got an nissan elgrand. If you get the chance you should do a review. I'll lend you mine if you're ever in the lake district.
Thinking of buying one the 2012 B180 cdi with the 1.8 diesel lump... Love my 01 C class but it needs money throwing at it now
Had one nearly a year now. 2012 B200 7auto. White with black wheels, which I must say aren't in best nick from her 😮. Went to Switzerland and back with the family. Really good on fuel, long runs was comfortable. Possibly due a gearbox service as it's on 99,500 now
The ultimate semi-cool dad car. They got the cool new gen interior which the C-Klass has only from 2014-onwards!
I just bought the b class full electric I love it
I have a 2014 B250 here in Australia, after 4 years I can say it is the best reliable car I've ever bought in 25 years of driving.
I got 2014 auto but same model I am very happy really good car brilliant !!!
You have a valid point, which i have to agree with.
Thanks for watching! :)
just bought an B200 AMG line in silver, ride is fine, interior classy, lots of tech. A very reasonable used price less than 20k. Got rid of my boring VW Golf 1.6
Big Dave Good choice! I was very impressed with the B Class. Much more interesting than a golf
I'd never have considered a B class but I have to say I'm rather taken with it! The only thing I don't really like about the interior is the hideously thick Bezel on the satnav, but that's me just nit picking.
Eric George I just bought one love it
Going to look at 2017 b class on Saturday. Any common issues I should be aware of before buying?
Hello, my sat navigation isn't working. What type of navigation card should I get and where will I plug or fix it. I use 2013 B180
I had one of these as a courtesy car, was a bit disappointed when the dealership told me that was what I was getting but having driven it all day, found I was actually quite surprised how good it was. The one I had was a 220 CDi auto. The C Class parts bin had been extensively used but that was fine as it was a C Class I had so it felt quite familiar. Nice car overall.
Acarsguy I agree. I wasn’t thrilled at the proposal of driving this but I was pleasantly surprised
Another Great honest review, but doesn't these B class engines come with French Renault engines??
Matt, have you ever driven a BMW 2 series active tourer to compare it to?
A real review!
Looking at getting the Mrs one of these for the eventual arrival of a little sprog! Seems to have everything that she would need and excellent mpg to get her to and from work as well being comfy for her as well would be interested in getting the b220cdi tho with the auto box but wondering whether she would need it after seeing this review
One of these would be a great choice. I'd definitely drive a 1.5 first and see what you think, I was impressed. If you're going for an auto maybe the bigger engine would be better
Great review,something a bit left of centre,I’d buy one after watching this
Thanks for watching :)
My wife has an identical car to the one reviewed. Really good car, had it for 3 years and have had no issues at all while driving 30 miles a day to work in it. Only thing to point out if considering buying the sport version, check the alloys...they kerb very easily and most used cars will have noticeable damage to them.
I have b200 2013 sport gasoline. Its good car with good price tag. Worth.
I had a 200b sport but had so many of the run flat low profile tyres destroyed in pot holes I got rid of it. A shame really as it was so reliable and cheap to run, definitely a nice car.
yes, I bought one too , all was fine and ok
I am going to look at a B180 Blueefficieincy Sport Cdi 1.8 today. 2012 and done about 90k. Any major things to look out for, engine wise?
I used to think the same about french cars. However I've got an 11 year old Laguna I've had for four years. It's got 181k on it and everything works. It's had an abs pump at 130k and apart from wearing parts ( tyres, brakes etc ) nothing has gone awry with it.
Yes the french improved tremendously lately