Used Mercedes-Benz B-Class for sale in Europe

About the Mercedes-Benz B-Class

The Mercedes-Benz B-Class is a compact five-door car with a tall roofline and an upright seating position. It sits between a hatchback and a small MPV. It suits buyers who want easy entry, a flexible rear seat and a premium badge without moving up to a larger car.

Over three generations the range has covered petrol and diesel engines, with manual and automatic gearboxes. Some markets also saw natural gas, electric and plug-in hybrid versions. Equipment and engine choice differ a lot between countries, so compare specifications closely rather than relying on the model name alone.

Generations

• W245 (2005-2011) — The first B-Class was a compact tall hatchback sold with petrol and diesel engines and a choice of manual or continuously variable automatic gearboxes.
• W246 (2011-2018) — The second generation added dual-clutch automatics and later included natural gas and battery-electric versions alongside petrol and diesel.
• W247 (2018-present) — The third generation brought a redesigned interior and newer engines, with a plug-in hybrid version added later in its life.

Typical prices

Asking prices in our listings rise steadily with model year. The median for 2010 cars is €4,800, for 2015 it is €12,000 and for 2019 it is €19,900. The 2024 median is €32,000. Within any one year the spread between cheaper and dearer cars is wide, so mileage, engine, trim and country of sale matter as much as age. Plug-in hybrid and electric versions sit among the combustion cars and widen the range for newer years. These are asking prices in our listings on 2026-11-10, not a valuation.

Based on our listings as of 2026-11-10. These are asking prices, not a valuation.

What to check when buying a used Mercedes-Benz B-Class

Ask for the full service history and check that the car's specification matches the advert. Take a test drive that includes cold starts, low-speed manoeuvring and a motorway stretch.

• Service and recall history

  Ask for dated invoices or a digital service record and check that open recalls and software updates have been carried out. A gap in the record is worth a question, especially on cars imported from another country.

• Gearbox behaviour · Automatic gearboxes

  On dual-clutch and CVT automatics, look for hesitation when pulling away, jerks at low speed, warning lights or unusual noises. Ask whether gearbox fluid has been changed and whether any software updates were applied.

• Emissions equipment · Diesel versions

  Check for warning lights and ask about particulate filter and exhaust gas recirculation work. Short urban trips can clog these systems. On later diesels, confirm how the exhaust fluid is topped up and that no warnings appear.

• Battery and charging checks · Plug-in hybrid and electric versions

  Ask for a battery health report, inspect the charging port and cable, and confirm that charging works on both home and public points. Check that the charge cable is included. Compare the range shown at full charge with the claimed figure.

• Gas system inspection · CNG and LPG versions

  Gas-fuelled cars need proof of regular inspection of the tank and pipework. Check the tank dates, test both fuel modes and look for leaks or warning messages. Conversions should come with paperwork from the installer.

• Body, interior and electronics

  Look for uneven panel gaps, stone chips and corrosion on the lower edges. Test windows, parking sensors, cameras and the infotainment screen, and check the interior for wear on the driver's seat and the load area.

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