Almost three years after its premiere in the summer of 2008, the Mercedes-Benz B-Class has undergone a revamp.

The design and engineering of the car has been overhauled, with environmental compatibility, economic efficiency and comfort the three main areas focussed on.

Specific improvements include the ability of the four-cylinder engines to burn seven per cent less fuel than before while exhaust emissions have also been reduced.

A new ECO start/stop function for the B 150 and B 170 models has also been developed which switches off the engine in certain situations such as when the car is stopped at a set of traffic lights to ensure that fuel is conserved.

In terms of looks, the B-Class has been given greater poise through the integration of a new radiator grille, and is also said to be more imposing following the addition of a new bumper.

With the car being so aesthetically pleasing it’s a good job an active parking assist is available to drivers to ensure they can always find a parking space and manoeuvre into it.

Drivers will also be reassured to know that they will be safe inside the Sports Tourer - it was awarded the highest rating of five starts in the European NCAP test programme.

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