http://jalopnik.com/the-first-tesla-developed-electric-mercedes-benz-is-now-1668163168 The First Tesla-Developed Electric Mercedes-Benz Is Now For Sale Máté Petrány [20141208]
[images http://i.kinja-img.com/gawker-media/image/upload/s--QSQ1wLwI--/jrxouvqwqvp0mdbgybzb.jpg http://i.kinja-img.com/gawker-media/image/upload/s--4L8KiU6E--/qv2hkdleruqoffl1dmr2.jpg http://i.kinja-img.com/gawker-media/image/upload/s--x2rYIHG5--/zks7itzhht0jhq6yrtuy.jpg http://i.kinja-img.com/gawker-media/image/upload/s--jp6NBVGM--/dozehtybc90mvwqe0h9b.jpg http://i.kinja-img.com/gawker-media/image/upload/s--6E9M41Pr--/oundyrcd0kk7xb4zld7r.jpg http://i.kinja-img.com/gawker-media/image/upload/s--zkp7jRvn--/ahhqrmirz8pnxi6edluv.jpg http://i.kinja-img.com/gawker-media/image/upload/s--5sYOy-gx--/uqlecqbyydr6nbm268hs.jpg ] What if you like the idea of a Tesla, but want a different badge on the front? Preferably a three pointed star. Well, the 2015 B-Class Electric Drive is the first volume production electric car by Mercedes-Benz that uses Tesla's technology with a range of up to 142 miles on a single charge. It will also accelerate to 62 mph in 7.9 seconds thanks to its 180 horsepower electric motor that gives you 250 foot pounds of torque from the moment you press the silent pedal. Mercedes claims that despite the batteries hidden in the floor, the electric B-Class remains just as versatile as the standard cars with enough space for five adults and a 17.69 cubic foot boot that can be extended to 51.4 with the seats folded down. Charging the Electric Drive via a wall box or public charging station with the provided fast charging cable takes about four hours, while a conventional 230V outlet will do the job in nine.2 UK buyers can choose between two trim levels. While the Sport comes with unique bumpers, 17-inch alloys, LED daytime running lights, a seven-inch central display, Artico trim, automatic climate control, a reversing camera, cruise control and is available in a choice of eight paint colors, the Electric Art model can only be white or blue, featuring contrasting mirrors and grills, dual color 18 inch wheels, automatic climate control, and contrast blue stitching for the seats with an aluminum trim. More importantly, Mercedes offers an optional Energy Assist Package for [GBP]945 ($1,475): This includes adaptive energy recuperation systems to sense road conditions via the forward facing radar. When traffic is identified, increased recuperation is employed to make the most of any deceleration. Likewise, it can use signals from the COMAND system (when specified) to read the topography of the road ahead and adapt accordingly. The driver can override the regenerative cycle via the paddles mounted behind the steering wheel to alter the level of retardation – reducing the likelihood of any energy being wasted. Further measures fitted as part of the Energy Assist Package include privacy glass and a heated windscreen to reduce loading on the air conditioning system, increased insulation around the doors and windows and the addition of a 'Range Plus' button for occasional use, adding extra range to the battery capacity than would normally be feasible. Finally, the car will emit a subtle but audible signal at speeds of up to 18 mph to warn pedestrians of the presence of the car.5 America is getting the B-Class Electric Drive, but the listed range for it is just 85 miles. There are also plenty of choices here, like the 500e, an e-Golf or the BMW i3. I'm also pretty sure this tech could be fitted into the CLA, but that remains to be seen. [© jalopnik.com] http://www.fleetnews.co.[you kay]/news/2014/12/8/mercedes-benz-b-class-electric-drive-order-books-open/54261/ Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric Drive order books open 08/12/2014 The first volume production electric car by Mercedes-Benz – the B-Class Electric Drive – is now available to order in the UK. Split into two model lines – Sport and Electric Art – the B-Class Electric Drive is capable of travelling up to 142-miles on a single charge and can accelerate from rest to 62 mph in 7.9-seconds thanks to its 180 hp and 340 NM of torque generated by an electric motor. Prices for the B-Class Electric Drive start at [GBP]31,950 for the Sport model. Subject to approval, an OLEV grant ([GBP]5,000) can be applied, bringing the on-the-road price to [GBP]26,950. The Electric Art is priced at [GBP]32,245 – reduced to [GBP]27,245 should the OLEV grant be applied. The Sport model features a substantial list of standard equipment, including a unique design for the front and rear bumpers, 17-inch alloy wheels, LED daytime running lights, a seven-inch central display, Artico trim, automatic climate control, a reversing camera and cruise control. The Sport model is available in a choice of eight paint colours. The Electric Art model – available in either Cirrus White or South Seas Blue – features contrasting mirrors and radiator grille elements, 18-inch dual colour alloy wheels, automatic climate control, contrast blue stitching for the seats and aluminium trim. The lithium-ion batteries that power the B-Class Electric Drive are tightly packaged under the floor of the car, meaning the car retains its benchmark cabin room and boot space. Charging via a wall box or public charging station is made easier through a fast charging cable supplied with the car, which takes between three and four hours and brings the battery from a completely empty state to fully charged. A conventional home supply raises the charge time to around nine hours. The electric technology in the car was jointly developed with US car maker Tesla. 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