ANCAP Crash Test - Mercedes-Benz B Class (LHD) 2006 onwards

Model History and Safety Features

The tested model of Mecedes-Benz B Class was introduced in Australia during 2006.

Dual front airbags and side airbags with head-protection are standard equipment for the front seats. ABS/EBD brakes and electronic stability control are also standard. Advanced seat belt reminders are fitted to all seats. Active head restraints and a tyre pressure warning system are also fitted.

The front seat belt buckles are mounted on the seats and the upper anchorages are adjustable. These features improve the fit of the seat belt. Pre-tensioners are fitted to the front seat belts to reduce slack in the event of a crash. A three point seat belt is fitted to the centre rear seat. This provides better protection than a two point seat belt.

The Mercedes B-Class scored 12.57 out of 16 in the offset crash test. The passenger compartment held its shape well. Protection from serious leg injury was marginal for the driver. There was a slight risk of serious chest injury for the driver and passenger.

The vehicle scored 16 out of 16 in the side impact crash test. A further 2 points were scored in the optional pole test.

Body region scores out of 4 points each: Head/neck 4 pts, chest 3.1 pts, upper legs 2 pts, lower legs 3.47 pts.

The passenger compartment held its shape well in the offset crash test. The brake pedal moved rearwards by 20 mm and downwards 1mm. The steering wheel hub moved forwards 3mm and upwards 2 mm. The front ("A") pillar moved 1 mm rearwards. All doors remained closed during the crash. After the crash all doors could be opened with normal effort.

The airbag cushioned the head of the driver and contact was stable. Steering column components were a potential source of injury for the driver's left knee. The passenger's head was cushioned by the airbag.

Body region scores out of 4 points each: Head 4 pts, chest 4 pts, abdomen 4 pts, pelvis 4 pts.

The vehicle was eligible for an optional pole impact test, since it had head-protecting side airbags and scored four points for the head in the side impact test. The manufacturer decided to go ahead with the pole test and the vehicle earned a further two points.