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Rendering of future B-Class SUV – the BLK

MotorAuthority has created a rendering of the future B-Class SUV, a so called soft-road BLK. As you might have heard, the A and B-Class will not be produced in their current form, but will be replaced by four different models – a cabriolet, a coupe, an MPV, and a small SUV. The above rendered BLK will come in two trim levels – street and nature. The nature trim is for those who intend to take the BLK into a more rough and tumble sort of environment. There will also be several engine options available, like a 1.8L engine, will have 136hp, or a 180 CDI will also have 136hp.

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New Mercedes-Benz BLK Rumors

According to Autocar, Mercedes is working on a small crossover called the BLK, which will be part of the new A and B-Class range. It’s being prepped for a possible late 2011 launch and should compete directly with the future BMW X1 and Land Rover LRX in the small SUV segment. Sources report that the BLK will receive four-wheel drive and possibly even a FWD eco version. The eco version might just be a micro-hybrid, if they opt out for a direct hybrid. The micro-hybrid has start/stop technology to improve fuel consumption when the car is not moving. A range of four-cylinder direct-injection petrol and diesel engines are being lined… Continue Reading »

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