Mercedes-Benz wants to expand compact car

Recently, according to German media reports, automaker Daimler plans to further expand its compact sedan series.

Currently Daimler compact models include Class B, Class A, SUV GLA and Coupe CLA. The CLA Shooting Brake will be available in the spring of 2015. However, Daimler does not seem to be satisfied, plans to further expand the compact model series. In the introduction of the new Class B conference, Daimler CEO Cai Che said: "We will design more new models for our customers. More new compact cars are in the making."

The demand for the market is growing. “We are busy now,” said Zechech. “We are planning to expand our life in China.” In addition to the previously announced GLA, Daimler will have a new compact car to be launched in the Chinese market. produce. However, Cai Che did not disclose which model it would be.

In addition to gasoline and diesel power, the upgraded B-Class will also be powered by electric and natural gas. By the end of this year, all models will be on sale. Cai Che believes that there is still a long way to go before the electric car is profitable. “We are now very clear that it is very difficult to get profit from electric vehicles.” The price of the electric B-Class will be similar to that of the BMW i3, or about 35,000 Euros (approximately RMB 273,000).

However, Daimler does not plan to launch an electric version of the luxury car for the time being. Cai Che believes that the need for more battery capacity for electrified large vehicles is inconsistent with its current design.