Mercedes-Benz - B Class (2017)

Discover the 2017 Mercedes-Benz B Class and How It Stands in the Current Market

When you first spot a sleek, compact bundle of power and luxury on the streets of Cologne or convert it into a private, nimble ride, the 2017 Mercedes-Benz B Class leaps into your imagination. The first-generation B-Class launched in 2011, seamlessly converging SUV‑style versatility with the understated elegance of a Mercedes‑Benz sedan. Even today, the 2017 models are turning heads and drawing eyes of buyers who miss the unique blend that the B-Class delivers. Yet, how does the Mercedes-Benz B Class price set against the competition manage your budget, especially when you consider depreciation, mileage, and condition?

• Engine: 1.5‑litre, 3‑cyl. Turbocharged (producers of the B Class use an inline‑3) delivering 138 hp (104 kW) and 200 Nm (147 lb‑ft) torque.
• Transmission: 7‑shift dual‑clutch automatic (7G‑DE). Smooth gear changes with hybrid off‑road capability.
• Fuel Type: Gasoline – a 15‑60 “E” hybrid options available in some markets for lower emissions.
• Dimensions: Overall length: 4,173 mm; Width: 1,777 mm; Height: 1,544 mm; Wheelbase: 2,590 mm.
• Cabin Space: 5 seats, optional 6‑seat layout with fold‑flat rear seat or 20 L cargo capacity.
• Safety: Star‑priced CL P, Adaptive Cruise, Blind‑Spot Monitoring, Parallel‑Parking Assist.
• Brakes: 4‑wheel disc (front 315 mm, rear 315 mm). Adaptive brake‑assist, ABS, E‑BS, TCS.

The growth of the B-Class market has rendered it a pragmatic choice for first‑time luxury vehicle purchasers. However, owning a luxury vehicle means encountering depreciation rates that are more predictable in some markets. In 2017, a brand‑new Mercedes-Benz B Class would normally acquire full packed features in a “C‑L” variant. A “pro” or “e‑Class PL” could sell at a roughly Mercedes-Benz B Class price of 4,000 €–48,000 € depending on mileage and local tax regimes. After an initial year in owner, a 2017 B-Class can typically lose 15–20% of its value. A later-year “used Mercedes‑Benz B Class price” usually experiences a less aggressive drop – around 10%–15% year‑to‑year – though local sales trends and mileage can tip the scale toward further decline or a minor increase in certain niche markets.

Depreciation for the 2017 B-Class may also be affected by electrification: the E‑Sport hybrid offers a 7%–9% premium to its gasoline counterpart while easing the environmental tax. Over the first 3 years a typical depreciation curve for the 2017 B Class looks approximately like this: 0%–15% first year; 15%–28% in the second; 28%-42% in the third; and then roughly 42%‑50% when crossing the 3‑year mark.

When analysts weight the price of a used 2018 B-Class against competing vehicles such as the Mercedes-Benz B Class 2017 price one sees consistent patterns. The B Class is priced a bit higher than the typical compact “premium” segment (Volkswagen Golf GTI, Audi A1, or Mercedes‑