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Mercedes-Benz
B 170

Performance
          Engine 7.0
          Gearbox 8.0
          Steering 8.0
          Brakes 8.5
          Ride 9.0
          Handling 8.5
          Body Structure 9.0
Comfort and Controls
          Driving Position 9.0
          Control Ergonomics 8.5
          Outward Vision 9.0
          Quietness 8.0
          Ventilation / Air Con 8.0
          Ingress / Egress 9.0
          Front Seat Space 9.0
          Rear Seat Space 8.5
          Luggage / Loading 9.5
Design and Styling
          Exterior Styling 9.0
          Exterior Finish 9.0
          Interior Styling 8.0
          Interior Finish 8.0
Others
          Fuel Mileage 8.5
          List Price 6.0
Overall Rating (averaged) 8.40
Tires and wheels may look dainty, but they're actually meaty 17-inch alloy wheels filled with Bridgestone RE050 215/45 R 17 tires.

Gauges have no flair except for silver trim around dials.  Multi-information cluster is shared with the lower echelon of the Merc line.

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