2017 Mercedes-Benz B-Class — Full Specifications
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The 2017 Mercedes-Benz B-Class belongs to the 2nd generation generation, built 2011–present. 2017 was year 7 of its run. The 3rd generation replaced it from 2018. Body styles: 5-door hatchback. Owners often keep a Mercedes-Benz B-Class workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
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2nd generation Generation: Engines & Body Styles
Mercedes-Benz B-Class model years from 2011 belong to the same generation. The engines below are those listed for this generation in the 2017 period; availability varied by year, trim and market, so confirm the exact engine from the car's paperwork or the badge on the tailgate.
| Body styles | 5-door hatchback |
|---|---|
| Transmissions | 6-speed manual (standard) · 7G-Tronic automatic (optional) |
| Generation | 2nd generation (W246) |
Generation, production years, engines and body styles compiled from Wikipedia; production dates can differ by market. Official fuel economy and CO₂ figures for UK cars are published by the Vehicle Certification Agency and vary by engine and test cycle (NEDC or WLTP), so we do not quote a single figure here.
Owner Essentials for the 2017 Mercedes-Benz B-Class
Running Costs: 2017 Mercedes-Benz B-Class
Running costs for a 2017 Mercedes-Benz B-Class depend mostly on which engine it has, how it is driven and the insurance group of that trim. Look up the exact car's tax band and fuel figures from its registration on GOV.UK, and work out fuel spend with the fuel cost calculator on 247Calculators.
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2017 Mercedes-Benz B-Class Safety Rating
Cars sold in the UK and Europe are crash-tested by Euro NCAP, not the US NHTSA, so there is no NHTSA star rating for the Mercedes-Benz B-Class. Look the Mercedes-Benz B-Class up on Euro NCAP's results page to see the star rating and the test year for this generation; ratings from different years use different criteria and are not directly comparable. To check a specific UK car for open recalls, use the GOV.UK vehicle recalls checker, and see our UK guide to checking a used car's history.
Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026
Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which generation is the 2017 Mercedes-Benz B-Class?
The 2017 Mercedes-Benz B-Class is part of the 2nd generation (W246) generation, produced 2011–present.
What body styles does the 2017 Mercedes-Benz B-Class come in?
This generation was offered as: 5-door hatchback.
What gearbox does the 2017 Mercedes-Benz B-Class have?
Transmissions listed for this generation include 6-speed manual (standard), 7G-Tronic automatic (optional), depending on engine and trim.
How safe is the 2017 Mercedes-Benz B-Class?
European-market cars are crash-tested by Euro NCAP rather than NHTSA. Search for the Mercedes-Benz B-Class at euroncap.com/en/results to see the star rating and the test year for this generation.