MERCEDES B2000

If you've got a grip of money and don't want to rock a Scion or a Fit then why not opt for a Mercedes Benz B2000. In Europe, they've got a fleet of economy cars but the one that seems to grabbing a lot of attention is this Benz. But that just could change.

A tall hatchback called the B-Class is sold in Canada, and it might be imported here. With its upright stance and sharply sloped nose, the B-Class looks like a baby minivan with lots of flair and of course the Mercedes Benz emblem and status. The B-Class comes with a full roster of safety equipment and a novel structural design consisting of a double-layer floor, which has the engine slot in between the two layers. In a frontal crash, the design will prevent the engine from intruding into the cabin due to the short nose and lack of ample crush space. The engine will be pushed beneath the passenger compartment instead of into it.

Source: Automobile Magazine