Mercedes-Benz B-Class Model Years and History

Mercedes-Benz B-Class Model Years

2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class trims

2015 GLK-Class

The Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class is unchanged for 2015.

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2014 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class trims

2014 GLK-Class

Mercedes-Benz now sells a diesel-powered version of the GLK-Class. The advantages are two-fold: more torque and better fuel economy. The new trim, dubbed the GLK250 BlueTEC starts at just about $1500 more than its gasoline powered sibling and offers effortless performance with few of the traditional diesel disadvantages.

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2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class trims

2013 GLK-Class

For 2013, the Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class sees a few changes. For starters, the small SUV receives an updated headlight treatment, now with LED running lights. The taillights are now LED-based and the 19-inch alloy wheels have been redesigned. Under the hood, the 3.5L V6 has been updated, with direct-injected output now rated at 302 hp and 273 ft-lb of torque, up from the previous 268 hp and 258 ft-lb. Steering is now electromechanically assisted rather than hydraulically assisted. Inside, the shifter has moved from the console to the steering column, the air vents have been restyled, and burled wood now spans the dashboard. New exterior paint, upholstery and leather colors complete the 2013 updates.

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2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class trims

2012 GLK-Class

The GLK-Class doesn't see many changes from the 2011 model.

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2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class trims

2011 GLK-Class

The GLK-Class was an entirely new model for 2010. For 2011, it sees minor changes, including a new premium leather steering wheel, a knee airbag, pelvic airbags, a new headlight switch and an available rear-view camera. In addition, a new AMG package is available, consisting of AMG bumpers, LED daytime running lights and 20-inch wheels. Pearl Beige has been added to the list of available exterior colors.

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2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class trims

2010 GLK-Class

The GLK-Class is an entirely new model for 2010. The compact, V6-powered sport-utility vehicle echoes some of the design cues of the larger G-Class and GL-Class but is an all-new design.

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About B-Class

The Mercedes-Benz B-Class first appeared as a European model in 2006 as a hatchback smaller than the C-Class. Despite the gasoline-powered B-Class being available in many international markets and even Canada, the model was not included in the United States model line from 2006 to 2013. In 2014, Mercedes-Benz finally added the B-Class to the United States marketplace. However, the vehicle was only offered as an all-electric vehicle. The Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric Drive or B250e was made possible thanks to the German automaker pairing with Tesla Motors. Tesla supplied the Mercedes-Benz hatchback with a 123-kW electric motor producing the equivalent of 177 horsepower. A lithium-ion battery pack provides the B-Class Electric Drive the ability to travel up to 87 miles per charge. Capable of accommodating up to five passengers, the interior of the Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric Drive can be arranged to fit 51.4 cubic feet of cargo. Standard amenities include dual-zone automatic climate control as well as a seven-inch central display. Beyond the 2016 model year, rumors suggest Mercedes-Benz will be dropping Tesla Motors as an electric powertrain supplier in favor of new technology delivering greater range potential.