2014 Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric Drive Base

Red 2014 Mercedes-Benz B-Class B 250e FWD Single Speed Reducer 28 kWh Lithium-Ion Battery Recent Arrival! 85/83 City/Highway MPG Reviews: Swift and smooth acceleration; whisper-quiet interior; easy-to-use regenerative braking. Source: Edmunds If you want an electric vehicle from a luxury manufac … turer, but aren't looking for outrageous styling, then the Mercedes B-Class Electric Drive is just the ticket. The hatchback's $41,500 entry-level price is also low enough to attract EV buyers who just want more cargo space in their environmentally friendly ride. Source: KBB.com The 2014 B-Class Electric Drive is a new first among EVs, because it's foremost a Mercedes-Benz. Created not just as an alternative to gasoline, it's a roomy alternative to EV compromises, letting you enjoy up to 85 miles of range in the lap of stylish luxury. Safety systems include such breakthroughs as ATTENTION ASSIST to help sense drowsy drivers, and PRE-SAFE to help prepare for an accident before it happens. An optional radar-based regenerative braking system is an EV first. When braking or coasting, a radar sensor watches traffic ahead and adapts brakes to recapture the optimal amount of energy. Available luxuries let you tailor its stylish cabin even further, from hand-finished leather and wood, to driving assist that watches your blind spots or even parks the car hands-free. You can charge your B-Class Electric Drive by plugging it in at home. While you can use an ordinary 120-volt outlet, upgrading your garage to a 240-volt station can cut your charge time to just a few hours. The B-Class Electric Drive whisks to 60mph in an impressive 8 seconds. The advanced electric motor generates 251 lb-ft of torque (comparable to our best-selling sedan) starting at 0 rpm. So you get the full reward of its performance at any speed within this sleek yet space-efficient 5-door hatch. Source: The Manufacturer Summary - This 2014 Mercedes-Benz B-Class 4dr Electric Drive 4dr Hatchback features a ...