Used Mercedes-Benz B180

What to know before buying: Mercedes-Benz B180

From 2 forum threads and 1 press test · updated 12/10/2026

What the reviews say

• The 2005–2009 B-Class has a roomy, versatile five-seat cabin and was designed as a practical family car.[3]one sourceB-Class 2005–2009
• On the road, the 2005–2009 B-Class offers good grip and a well-balanced chassis.[3]one sourceB-Class 2005–2009
• This generation's manual gearboxes were praised for ease of use, while the CVT was criticised as sluggish and unresponsive.[3]one sourceB-Class 2005–2009

Typical faults

• A 2008 B180 2.0 CDI with just over 31,000 km reportedly jerked in fourth gear when cold; it later affected second and third gears and gradually worsened.[2]one sourceB-Class 2005–2009

  31 000+ km · 2008–2008 · 2.0 CDI

• An automatic B180 owner reported loss of power, unstable revs, stalling, black smoke and an ESP warning; a forum reply suggested an air-supply fault.[1]one source

Which engine and version to take

• For 2005–2009 cars, the publication named the 2.0-litre turbodiesel B180 CDI its pick, citing average consumption of 6.2 L/100 km.[3]one sourceB-Class 2005–2009

What to check at the inspection

• Before buying, test every electrical and convenience feature because subsequent repairs can be expensive.[3]one sourceB-Class 2005–2009
• Ask for the service history and verify regular oil changes; the source warns that Mercedes-Benz engines suffer when run on dirty oil.[3]one sourceB-Class 2005–2009
• Inspect the body panels, especially at the front, for damage and signs of poor repairs.[3]one sourceB-Class 2005–2009
• Test a cold B180 CDI through several gears for jerking; on an automatic B180, also watch for poor power, unstable idle, smoke and ESP warnings.[2][1]

Verdict

Sources

1. [1]forums.mbclub.bg — Пробеми с B180 автоматик - Проблеми и ремонти · forum
2. [2]mercedesklub.dk — Mercedes B180 2,0 CDI · forum
3. [3]carsguide.com.au — Mercedes-Benz B-Class Problems & Reliability Issues · press

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