Mercedes B 150 2005 (W245)

Mercedes B class 2005 1.5 petrol description

Minivan / MPV Mercedes B 150 2005 has been produced from October, 2005 to January, 2008. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.5 litres, which produces power of 95 horsepower on 5200 rpm and torque 140 Nm (Newton metres) on 3500 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 8-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 240 000 and 400 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs 
This Mercedes B class 1.5 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5 litres.

Mercedes B 150 2005 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Mercedes B 150 2005 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 13.2 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 174 km/h.

In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Mercedes B 150 2005 fuel consumption is 6.6 litres per 100km (15.2 km/l), city fuel economy - 8.3 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5.6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 54 litres or 14.27 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 800 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 960 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mercedes real everyday fuel consumption is 7.9 litres per 100 km, which is 20% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mercedes B class fuel consumption.

Mercedes B class safety

During safety testing Mercedes B class has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Mercedes B class is evaluated with five stars, children safety - with four stars, and for pedestrian protection Mercedes B class got two stars.

With the same engine there is also Mercedes B class version with automatic gearbox (Mercedes B 150 2005 Automatic AT) available, which is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 1 seconds later (in 14.2 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.2 litres per 100 km or 3 % - 6.8 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 7.8 litres per 100 km.
Mercedes B class 2005

Mercedes B 150 2005 technical data

Model: Mercedes B 150 2005
Body style: Minivan / MPV
Production period: 2005. October ... 2008. January 
Engine: 1498 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 158 g/km
Power: 95 HP ON 5200 RPM Torque: 140 NM ON 3500 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Top speed: 174 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 13.2 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 6.6 (combined) 8.3 (urban) 5.6 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 7.9 l/100km (29.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 54 litres (14.3 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.27m (length) 1.78m (width) 1.60m (height)
Turning diameter: 11.9 meters
Seats: 5 seats
Trunk capacity: 544 litres
Trunk max capacity: 2245 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 1835 kg

Mercedes B 150 2005 engine M266 E15

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 240,000 to 400,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement 1498 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 83 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 69.2 mm
Compression ratio 11 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing chain

Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more.

Fuel system Injection
Mercedes B 150 2005 oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 5 litres (5.3 quarts)
Coolant capacity 4.3 litres (4.5 quarts)
Power 95 HP ON 5200 RPM
Torque 140 NM ON 3500 RPM
Start of production (year) 2004
Duration of production 8 years

Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2007 onwards.

Engine also used on Mercedes A klase

All Mercedes B class minivan [2005 - 2008] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Mercedes B 150 2005 Oct 2005 — Jan 2008

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.5 Petrol 95 HP 6.6 l/100km Manual (5)
Mercedes B 150 2005 Automatic Oct 2005 — Jan 2008

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

1.5 Petrol 95 HP 6.8 l/100km Automatic
Mercedes B 170 2005 1.7 Petrol 115 HP 6.8 l/100km Manual (5)
Mercedes B 170 2005 Automatic 1.7 Petrol 115 HP 7.1 l/100km Automatic
Mercedes B 200 2005 2.0 Petrol 136 HP 7.2 l/100km Manual (5)
Mercedes B 200 2005 Automatic 2.0 Petrol 136 HP 7.3 l/100km Automatic
Mercedes B 200 2005 Turbo

Most powerfull petrol version (193 HP)

2.0 Petrol 193 HP 7.9 l/100km Manual (6)
Mercedes B 200 2005 Turbo Automatic

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.4 seconds

2.0 Petrol 193 HP 8.1 l/100km Automatic
Mercedes B 180 2005 CDI

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.0 Diesel 109 HP 5.6 l/100km Manual (6)
Mercedes B 180 2005 CDI Automatic 2.0 Diesel 109 HP 5.9 l/100km Automatic
Mercedes B 200 2005 CDI

Most powerfull diesel version (140 HP)
Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.0 Diesel 140 HP 5.6 l/100km Manual (6)
Mercedes B 200 2005 CDI Automatic

Most powerfull diesel version (140 HP)

2.0 Diesel 140 HP 6.0 l/100km Automatic
Mercedes B class 2005 reviews
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