Mercedes B-Class W247

Mercedes adds a third variant to the new A-class range. After the hatchback and the sedan, a compact minivan running on the same wheelbase is designed to offer a roomier alternative to families. The range of engines includes two 1.33L petrol units and three turbodiesels, prioritized to meet volume demand, but more powerful – possibly EQ hybrid units – would not look out of place.

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Mercedes EQC 400 4Matic

Mercedes is also launching its first electric car, the EQC 400 4Matic. The recipe is similar to the Audi e-tron and the Jaguar i-Pace, but differs notably in one area: battery capacity. Mercedes has opted for a relatively smaller 80 kWh battery compared to Jaguar’s 90 kWh unit or Audi’s 95 kWh. The twin motors deliver 765 Nm and 408 hp.

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