Meet this is another version recently updated Mercedes Benz B-class, but now with electric drive.
It must be said that Mercedes did not follow the example of BMW with its i3 electric model, but built an electric car based on its standard stock car, which has the required minimum number of engineering changes to transform into a new image.
Video: Mercedes Benz Electric car interior overview
According to the results of independent expert agencies in the field of safety, electric vehicles from Mercedes-Benz have much best performance, compared to the older sister of this brand, equipped with an engine internal combustion.
Inspired by the original design of the new generation A and B models - classes equipped with 
"sandwich floor" in the rear half of the car, the company's specialists decided to continue this tradition. From now on, such a solution will be called "energy space".
By raising the floor of the rear half of the cabin, an underground space was freed up, into which, specialists Mercedes and accommodated lithium ion battery. This space is also used for B-class natural gas vehicles, where three gas bottles are conveniently located.
From this it follows that the Mercedes electric vehicles Benz still makes good use of the underground space, and, importantly, any innovations mercedes benz Electric does not infringe passengers in comfort. And this means that a good 500-liter trunk has remained unchanged in our electric car and, as a bonus, the ability to fold the front passenger seats, making it possible to place oversized cargo over two meters long.
The electrical drive system was obtained from Tesla electric vehicles (it is noteworthy that on the same day Daimler company sold four percent of its shares from this company, which it has owned since 2009, and only after that the production of its electric vehicles was launched under name Mercedes Benz Electric). 
The Mercedes Electric drive has three modes of operation:
"Econom plus" is designed for a constant, unchanging speed while traveling, which extends the time of the motor and its top speed.
"Economy" mode naturally reduces consumption
And the "Sport" mode suggests a full 179 bhp.
However, the two presented economy modes can be accessed by the driver with full power and torque using the kickdown function. 
This electric car also acquired a very accurate radar assistant with a regenerative braking system.
Using the traffic information in front of this electric vehicle, depending on the situation, it can now recharge the batteries from the braking process itself, or when the road ahead is clear during steep descent, for example, by going into sailing mode, which does not use battery power at all.
A full charge of a Mercedes Benz electric car battery using a 16-amp home socket, if the battery is completely empty, will take about nine hours. When using a 400-volt three-phase outlet (which is more common in washing stations in Asia), the machine can be charged in just three hours.
It's really impressive
electric cars mercedes benz The B-class is much more efficient and economical than cars with an internal combustion engine. Indeed, such a car requires almost no effort to transmit torque and is almost silent. Therefore, it should be placed in a completely separate category.
This electric car has a refinement and elegance that many luxury models would envy. He easily outperforms them in his functions.
What is most surprising, these advantages of automotive excellence fit into a modest-looking minivan. It's hard to see why, but even the handling and ride quality of the Mercedes electric car is noticeably better, even when compared to the all-wheel drive B 220 or fuel-powered natural gas— Mercedes B 200.
Looking at this electric car from a facelift perspective, there is no doubt that the Mercedes electric car now looks much better and more modern. Fixed the original version, which had lost some of its appearance, due to the fact that the design was taken into account front bumper and wheels, which affected the changed arches.
Mercedes electric cars today are just as comfortable in size, solidly and beautifully finished inside the car. Tablet with big size The screen on the dashboard may look a little clunky, but it's very conveniently located. And the navigation graphics from the Mercedes Benz SB-NAV are truly of the highest quality.
Looking at it, there is no doubt that this is a delightful electric car, in which it is really pleasant and comfortable to drive. The downside, of course, is the limited mileage range and the rather long charging process (if there is no three-phase charger at hand).
True, if you have the opportunity to charge the battery at night, this will be a great acquisition for people whose daily mileage in an electric car is no more than 160 km.
The price of such a car (taking into account the state subsidy in Western countries) can be equated to the price of a regular Mercedes B 220 with diesel engine And automatic transmission gears. In terms of driving pleasure, this electric car should be placed only among the leaders in the industry.
It is worth noting that even though this compact van belongs to “green” or “eco” cars, i.e. electric vehicles, which allegedly do not guarantee special emotions, here we will say our “for” this model.
And, in conclusion, we can responsibly declare that the number of fans of this class in the brand, with the appearance of a line of electric vehicles Mercedes Electric guaranteed but will not decrease.
mercedes b-class Electric Drive offers a range of around 150-200 km like many other popular compact electric cars. However, it is important to note here that the Mercedes B-Class Electric Drive offers "more" than others. First, more space. Secondly, more dynamics: a 180-horsepower electric motor is installed here, which provides passport acceleration “0-100 km / h” within 8 seconds; it is one of the most dynamic electric cars on the market (in BMW level i3), if you do not take into account the very expensive models Tesla.
We also note the presence of special packages that allow you to travel a long distance on a single battery charge. The first package, Energy Assist, combined a forward radar-based recuperation system with a heated Windshield (less consumption energy for a conventional "stove" in winter). The second package - Range Plus - means improved thermal insulation of the cabin and tinted windows: so less energy consumption for air conditioning in the summer and for the "stove" in the winter.
Finally, there is a third package - Temporary Range Extender - it includes improved thermal insulation (from the previous package) and software increase battery capacity (in fact, a 36 kWh battery is installed, and only 28 kWh is constantly used), which allows you to drive about 30 km more. These packages are found separately or in combination with each other, their availability depends on the original country of delivery of the car: the first two are usually the EU; the latter is usually the USA.
Power reserve in winter
The power reserve in the cold season is expectedly reduced relative to the optimal operating conditions (spring, autumn, cool summer). Much depends on the temperature and how the interior warms up after a frosty night (since the electric heater of the heating system sometimes consumes as much energy as an electric motor). We will look at several options:
- 0 degrees, warming up the cabin from the power supply (charging), while driving, the periodic use of the stove to warm up the cabin and seat heating: -10%
- -10 degrees, warming up the cabin from the power supply (charging), while driving, frequent use of the stove to warm up the cabin and seat heating: -20-30%
- -20 degrees, warming up the cabin from the battery, while driving, frequent use of the stove to warm up the cabin and heated seats: -30-50%
How to increase range in winter
The main recommendation is to warm up the cabin as much as possible before starting the trip, while the electric car is charging and takes energy from the household network, and not from its own battery. For this, almost every electric car has a so-called. “climatic timer”: it allows you to set the departure time and the required temperature - and then it will turn on and warm up the interior. The rest of the recommendations are standard:
- use interior heating to a minimum (seat heating is more economical in terms of energy consumption)
- change driving style to more "economical"
- try to store as much energy as possible on descents and braking
- move in eco mode
Charger
The Mercedes B-Class Electric Drive is equipped with a very powerful charger (10 kW) created in collaboration with Tesla Motors, thanks to which the full charge of the battery from accelerated charging station(10-20 kW) will take only 3 hours. It also has the ability to charge ordinary socket(220 V, 16 A, 3-3.5 kW), but in view of enough big battery a full charge in this way will take 8-10 hours.
Finally, the Mercedes B-Class Electric Drive can also be charged from a fast outlet: it takes about 1-1.5 hours to fully charge the battery from a 400-volt station; traditional 80% battery can be obtained in 30-40 minutes.
Operation: price of 100 km and maintenance costs
EVs are usually slightly more expensive than comparable ICE vehicles, but they quickly pay for themselves with reduced operating costs. So, on average, to cover a distance of 100 km, an electric car needs 15-20 kWh, which at a price of 1-1.5 UAH. for 1 kW means the cost of running 15-30 UAH. - in other words, 100 km of run on an electric car “in money” cost like 1 liter of fuel!
And if you calculate the reduced “night tariff” for electricity, the possibility of the most economical driving and recovery ... In this case, 100 km of run on an electric car can cost almost 10 UAH, while harmful emissions into the atmosphere from the car!
In addition, an electric car saves its owner’s money not only during “charging and refueling”, but also during after-sales service. After all, the traditional maintenance of an electric car comes down only to inspecting the chassis, various diagnostics, replacing cabin filter. Even brake pads on an electric car, they last longer than usual due to the presence of a recovery system that slows down the electric car. Also, many service specialists note that the front suspension serves more than usual in electric cars: the “electric motor + gearbox” pair often turns out to be lighter than the “ICE + gearbox” pair, or at least more evenly located in the bottom of the car, which reduces the load on undercarriage. In addition, an electric motor and its gearbox are an order of magnitude simpler than an internal combustion engine and a gearbox (in a conventional car, there are hundreds of moving parts versus about a couple of dozen for electric vehicles); there is simply nothing to break in an electric motor! At long runs wear of the bearings of the electric motor shaft is possible; but against the backdrop of capital ICE repair- these are the little things.
Of course, for an electric car, you still need to carry out scheduled maintenance: replace brake fluid, antifreeze (for battery cooling), oil in the gearbox (between the electric motor and the wheels). However, such maintenance is usually carried out every 40-60 thousand km or every 2-3 years. By the standards ordinary cars With an internal combustion engine, the maintenance and maintenance of an electric car is very simple, rare, and cheap.
Battery life and degradation (loss of capacity over time)
Finally, the question of battery life. As a rule, the manufacturer of an electric car gives an average battery warranty of 8 years - this is the minimum guaranteed battery life; about 8-10 years old. It is important to note here that we are not talking about complete failure battery performance, and we are talking about reducing the battery capacity to 70-80% relative to the performance of a new battery. Those. the electric car can be used further, if you accept this loss of capacity and range. Moreover, for new electric vehicles with larger and more modern batteries, this issue is less critical - this loss of battery capacity is even less noticeable, because with a large power reserve, the number of battery recharge cycles decreases.
Moreover, when proper charging and the operation of an electric vehicle, battery degradation can be noticeably less. Under " proper operation» implies the following: infrequent use fast chargers"80% battery in 30 minutes"; maintaining a stable temperature regime in winter (charging an electric car at night during the cold season or a heated garage); neat and smooth ride(The battery "does not like" slippage and frequent peak power output). In this case, you can get an 8-year-old electric car with a battery capacity of 80-85% of the original. In addition, there are techniques for "overclocking" the battery, which allows you to increase its capacity and power reserve; specific methods for servicing old batteries have already been developed, which also makes it possible to increase its capacity and power reserve.
Repair and maintenance
The huge advantage of the Mercedes B-Class Electric Drive is that it is built on the basis of the familiar Mercedes B-Class. Due to the presence of the battery, the electric car became taller and heavier, so the engineers had to use a slightly more sporty “clamped” suspension here (to combat rolls). But a similar suspension is also used for regular Mercedes B-Class (as an option or for "top" versions). Plus, absolutely all small parts that often need to be replaced are suitable: lamps, headlights, buttons in the cabin, moldings on bumpers, etc. Finally, a huge plus is identical body parts(problem nissan leaf, BMW i3, Renault ZOE): now it’s not a problem to find them, you can also replace them at a company service. As a result, the Mercedes B-Class Electric Drive electric car turns out to be one of the simplest and most affordable in matters of service and even complex body repairs.
New Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Electric Drive is the most powerful electric car in the world. I suggest you learn more and admire the photographs of this handsome man.
Recently presented on Paris Motor Show 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Electric Drive is on this moment the most powerful electric car in the world. Now this impressive SLS AMG electric coupe is in fact the most affordable expensive car A $538,000 Mercedes, more than two and a half times the price of a regular SLS.
In addition to his sharp appearance in the style of blue liquid metal comes the corresponding internal filling. This electric SLS can hit 60 mph in 3.9 seconds and develop top speed at 155 miles per hour. 
Four electric motors, one for each wheel, are powered by a lithium-ion battery and deliver 740 Horse power thanks to a special type of torque transmission separately to each wheel. Each of the wheels can also brake separately depending on road conditions. 
liquid cooled accumulator battery installed in the same place where it is usually located fuel tank SLS-AMG. It consists of 864 separate blocks in 12 modules, and the system was developed in the department Mercedes-Benz AMG In Great Britain. The same people who created the Kinetic Energy Recovery System (KERS) for Formula 1 cars worked here. The high-performance battery works in conjunction with an advanced temperature monitoring system that manages cooling and air conditioning in case of overheating. 
A full charge from a standard 230 volt network takes 20 hours, but the kit comes with a fast charger. Charger at 22 kW, with which charging can be completed in 3 hours. As in the Formula 1 model, the battery is charged using regeneration under braking. 
This electric car will be on sale in the German market next year.
Mercedes-Benz has introduced a new electric hatchback B-Class Electric Drive 2015.
Specifications Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric Drive 2015
The developers tried to combine compactness and dynamism in an electric car, as a result of which, the world saw a new Mercedes series electric drive. The advantages of the car are mobility, improved driving performance and range.
The electric car develops a speed of 160 km / h, which is a sufficient indicator in a city. The 100-kilowatt electric motor produces 177 hp, and provides brisk acceleration for this class cars, in 7.9 seconds picks up speed of 100 km / h. The torque is 340 Nm.
To drive an electric car for about 100 km, it must be charged for two hours, from a 240-volt outlet. A full charge cycle is 4 hours, which is 2 hours less than a similar electric vehicle. On a single battery charge, an electric car can cover up to 200 km.
The 28 kW lithium-ion battery pack is positioned at the bottom of the electric vehicle, for maximum stability and driving dynamics.
Interior and dashboard
Even without looking inside the electric car, one can note its small dimensions, which is a big plus in the conditions of the city. And this is not surprising, because its weight is only 1750 kg.
In the driver's seat, you can feel like a pilot, stylish and extraordinary design of a truly luxurious Mercedes.
And, despite the external small size, there is enough space inside the electric car to comfortably accommodate 5 people.
And thanks to the battery pack located in the lower compartment, the trunk of the car was also freed.
On dashboard Mercedes B-Class, all the necessary data on the technical condition of the electric vehicle has been displayed. The driver can always check everything the right indicators and battery level on the 5.8 inch display.
The big plus of an electric car is full synchronization with mobile devices and PC. Control technical condition electric vehicle, battery level, get directions and estimate mileage, all this and more can be done while the electric car is in the garage. It is only necessary special application for remote control.
