TV Spot for Spielberg's 'Adventures of Tintin'

"Mr. Tintin, we've been expecting you." With December just around the corner, it's time for a marketing blitz to start hitting television, radio and all other forms of media as the forthcoming release of The Adventures of Tintin is on the horizon. Many who have seen the film agree that the motion-capture animated adaptation is pure Steven Spielberg, and it feels like the Indiana Jones sequel that should have been made instead of Kingdom of the Crystal Skull. All that seems to be very clear in this great new TV spot, and it looks like this is going to be quite an action-packed adventure to behold. Watch the TV spot below!

Here's the newest TV spot for Steven Spielberg's The Adventures of Tintin, via YouTube:

The Adventures of Tintin: The Secret of the Unicorn is directed by the legendary Steven Spielberg, produced by Peter Jackson with a script co-written by Steven Moffat, Edgar Wright and Joe Cornish. The cast includes Jamie Bell as Tintin, Andy Serkis as Captain Haddock, Simon Pegg & Nick Frost as Thompson & Thompson, Daniel Craig as the villain Red Rackham, and Toby Jones as Silk. The animated movie, in the works at Weta Digital, will hit US theaters in glorious 3D starting on December 21st, just before Christmas this winter. You can watch the first teaser trailer here or visit the official website for more updates: us.movie.tintin.com.

Adam Sandler's 'Jack and Jill' is As Awful As You Expected

Sometimes a movie will come along that irks you, causes the veins on your head to pop out with frustration to such an extent that you don't even want to mull it over for days before blasting it with an angry retort. I'd like to take a moment and congratulate Adam Sandler and Dennis Dugan, an actor/director combo that usually brings out this kind of ire but never like this. Never like this. The movie is Jack and Jill. The premise is ridiculous. Sandler plays both Jack Sadelstein, family man and ad exec living in L.A. with his wife—a characterless mannequin that looks an awful lot like Katie Holmes—and two children, and Jill, Jack's annoying, noxious, abhorrent sister who comes to her brother's house for Thanksgiving.
Oh and did I mention ugly? Jill is ugly, too, and not just in a physical sense. That would just show an ignorance and cruelty extended forth only by someone in a movie like... well, Jack and Jill. Jill's soul is ugly, and though she says she just wants love from her family, she proves with every fiber in her makeup that she isn't willing to be understanding of their needs.
But that's not the message Dugan and Sandler want to convey here. Judging from Jack and Jill, they believe you should love someone no matter how intrinsically unappealing they may be. Maybe that's the message Dugan actually wants people to take from watching in his movies, works that have no sense of structure, style, or cohesion. Literal scenes seem chopped from Jack and Jill, moments that might reveal some sense of clarity as to character actions or even reactions, but probably not. The same goes for Sandler and his idea of comedy, the kind that seems satisfied with prat falls and fart gags. Seriously, when was the last time you laughed at a fart gag?
Those aren't even the crux of the comedy in Jack and Jill. The term one-joke movie gets bandied about like a rubber ball tied to a paddle, but Jack and Jill seems happy with cutting that string so the ball can bounce around the room hitting everyone in the audience right between the eyes. Jill is a woman. Jill is played by Sandler dressed as a woman. Jill is supposed to be unattractive, manly some might call her. Everyone in the world of this film realizes this. Cue "witty" line about said set-up and yuck yuck yuck about it for 90 minutes. It's a joke that's hateful in its very essence, but that doesn't seem to occur to Sandler, who seems to enjoy playing both straight man and funny woman here.
All the while Jack and Jill plays like one, big, inside joke between Sandler and others on set, most of them Hollywood notables offering their appearance to be shown in the movie. Chief among them is Al Pacino playing himself, who coincidentally is both being hunted by Jack for a new Dunkin' Donuts ad and falling head over heals in love with Jill. Pacino plays himself with a lunatic's mask attached. He seems to embrace the "full Pacino" he's been playing recently and doesn't mind mocking himself. That aspect to Jack and Jill might not be as hateful or as annoying as the rest of the movie, but it's certainly not funny.
But that isn't even where Jack and Jill's ability to pull in A-list stars reaches it chilling pinnacle. Left and right you'll notice familiar faces, some playing themselves, others playing ludicrous characters. It's nice seeing Dana Carvey show up in a film after a nine-year absence, but good luck recognizing him. However, it's a certain A-list superstar who makes a brief appearance that will have you disregarding everything he's saying as you scream "WHY" at the screen. Of course, we know why, as Sandler's pull in Hollywood seems to be expanding ever greater with each passing trash heap he headlines.
That might be where this anger comes from. It's one thing for awful comedies like Jack and Jill to be made independently, by people who will probably never make it in the industry and will simply slink into obscurity before their "works of art" are even introduced to daylight. You don't even have to pay them any attention unless you feel some masochistic tendencies coming on. It's another for something this insulting and disgusting to come from one of the biggest players in the field, something Sandler has been for a very long time. You have to take notice when someone is this big, and it's only that much more infuriating when he delivers tripe like Jack and Jill.
Of course, that's just in the comedy, something that is the most subjective form of art imaginable. What I find funny is different than what you find funny. However, there's no denying the ideas that are put forth in Jack and Jill, the message Dugan and Sandler seemed to want to instill on their viewing public. That digs deeper than any subjective comedy bit can possibly imagine. That's the real reason movies like Jack and Jill cause hatred among so many of us, not because of how it's trying to keep its audience entertained but by what it's trying to say to them while doing so. No amount of surface-level makeup can make that attractive, but I don't expect Sandler or Dugan to understand that.

First Look: New 'Toy Story' Short 'Small Fry'

Time to meet... Buzz? Yep, it's 'lil Buzz, or Happy Meal-toy Buzz! There's a new Pixar short film attached to The Muppets in theaters later this month called Small Fry, featuring most of the beloved Toy Story toy cast, and some brand new toys. USA Today reveals the first look photo (we have another one below via Pixar Times) featuring Buzz Lightyear, both big and small. "It's like the Prince and the Pauper tale for toys," says writer/director Angus MacLane. "Except one of them happens to be 3 inches tall." I've seen the short and it's hilarious, worth going to theaters for this alone. I wouldn't be surprised if this lil guy is based on reality.

Small Fry is directed by Pixar's Angus MacLane, a veteran animator at the studio since A Bug's Life, who also directed the short BURN-E on the Wall-E DVD. "There's something funny about having the action hero have to deal with something very mundane like escaping from an awkward social situation," MacLane says, referring to the plot of the short, about how big Buzz and Happy Meal Buzz switch, with big Buzz ending up at a roundtable meeting of "forgotten toys" that were "really popular before the meal." Pixar's Small Fry will show in front of Disney's The Muppets in theaters starting November 23rd, this Thanksgiving. Go see it!

Trailer for Act of Valor

"Lieutenant, prepare your men for a bigger fight than you had imagined." Premiered on Veterans Day at the Carrier Classic on ESPN is the second official trailer for Act of Valor, the intense military action movie starring and made by real Navy SEALs. We featured the first full official trailer for this back in October, but this one presents a more straight-forward look at the action and story. There's also plenty of video game-like footage, aptly timed with the release of Battlefield 3 and Modern Warfare 3 recently. We get it. Yea it's still a big Navy sales movie, but the action looks awesome. Catch the latest trailer, with some new footage, below!

Watch the second trailer for Mike McCoy & Scott Waugh's Act of Valor, originally via CraveOnline:

When the rescue of a kidnapped CIA op leads to the discovery of a terrorist plot, a team of SEALs is dispatched on a worldwide manhunt. As the valiant men of Bandito Platoon race to stop an attack that could kill thousands of US civilians, they must balance commitment to their country, team and families.
Act of Valor is co-directed by Mike McCoy & Scott Waugh, stuntman and Navy soldiers also behind a short doc Navy SWCC. The screenplay for this action feature was written by Kurt Johnstad (Zack Snyder's 300, The Last Photograph). Relativity Media is releasing Act of Valor in theaters everywhere starting February 17th, 2012 early next year. Visit the film's official website here: actofvalor.com. Anyone going to see this?

Brother Production Presents New York Detective "DIE HARD JOHNNY"

Yet another 1/6 scale Bruce Willis 12-inch action figure. This is also another Bruce Willis as Detective John McClane figure from the Die Hard film series. "Live Free or Die Hard" (released as "Die Hard 4.0" outside North America), is a 2007 American action film, and the fourth installment in the Die Hard series.

The fourth film "Live Free or Die Hard" aka "Die Hard 4.0" was released in 2007, 12 years after the third film "Die Hard With a Vengeance (1995)" but still proved that Bruce Willis has what it takes to be an action hero :)

Brother Production Presents New York Detective "DIE HARD JOHNNY" is obviously an unlicensed 1/6 scale Bruce Willis as Detective John McClane 12-inch figure as he appeared in the fourth Die Hard movie and I think this is the best interpretation of the famous actor as John McClane by far.

Here's a screen shot of Bruce Willis as Detective John McClane as seen in "Live Free or Die Hard" aka "Die Hard 4.0" for comparison. As is his trademark by now, John McClane always starts off clean but comes off at the end of the movie looking bruised, dirty and worse for wear but still alive and kicking. Or as we say it in the toy world - "battle damaged" ;p He is after all, a foul-mouthed, wisecracking, no-nonsense New York cop with an itchy trigger finger and a never-say-die maverick spirit.

And here's a close-up view of the Brother Production Presents New York Detective "DIE HARD JOHNNY" 1/6 scale Bruce Willis head sculpt

And here's a picture of Bruce as he is seen in the film, talking on the walkie-talkie

And here's an early look at the 1/6 scale Walkie-Talkie prototype version

Check out the ultra detailed 1/6 scale shoulder holster with double pistol magazine holders

The Brother Production Presents New York Detective "DIE HARD JOHNNY" (Limited Edition of 150 pieces) will come with 1/6 scale Normal Head sculpt, Battle Damage Head sculpt [Dirt Effect], 12-inch Base Body, Brown leather-like Jacket, Green Sweater with Dirt Effect, Grey Pants with Dirt Effect, Black Belt with Dirt Effect, Military Boots with Dirt Effect, Shoulder Holster with Dirt Effect, Pistol x 2 - Made from ABS, Sunglasses - Made from ABS, Cell Phone - Made from Resin, Walkie-Talkie - Made from ABS, Police Badge, Normal Hands with Damage Effect

Subway had released a similar "Die Hard 4.0" 1/6 scale Bruce Willis as Detective John McClane 12-inch figure way back in 2008 but this latest version definitely comes closest to Bruce Willis' likeness and the whole outfit fits better and looks way better too

Subway 1/6 Detroit 8 Mile Road "Eminen"

8 Mile is a 2002 American hip-hop drama film written by Scott Silver, directed by Curtis Hanson, and starring Eminem, Mekhi Phifer, Brittany Murphy, and Kim Basinger.

The film is an account of a young white rapper named Jimmy "B-Rabbit" Smith Jr. (Eminem) growing up in a poor area of 1995 Detroit, Michigan as he struggles for respect among his (mostly African-American) peers. Contrary to popular belief, the film does not detail Eminem's life growing up in Detroit, but instead, the average life of a rapper in Detroit, as stated by Eminem in interviews about the film. Despite this, the film is considered to be semi-autobiographical.

Subway will be releasing this 1/6 scale Detroit 8 Mile Road "Eminen" 12-inch Figure. The set will come with 1/6 scale "E" head sculpt, 12-inch figure body, Watch Hat (Deep Blue), Blue Denim Jacket, Gray Hooded Sweat Shirt, Light Blue Hip Hop Denim Jeans, Deep Blue belt with buckle, white underwear, V150 headphones, Sony Walkman, Wireless Microphone, Ballpoint pen, flyers x 2, pair of Direct Attach Soft Toe Work Boots (Tan).

This, for me, is a refreshing change from all the military figures we have been bombarded with constantly. A 12-inch figure in street clothes without a weapon (except his mouth) is a rather rare sight but a welcome one for me. I like what I see. Now to wait and see if the price is right ;p

Not everyone goes barging in with guns blazing. This outfit is ideal for use with undercover cop figures or gangs. Just add baseball bat or weapon of your choice.

Scroll down for more pictures of this Subway 1/6 scale Detroit 8 Mile Road "Eminen" 12-inch Figure. A different offering from what we usually see.

Make the wrong move and you can have 1/6 cop Bruce Willis bearing down on him and take him to the station for questioning LOL

Check out the other gang type figures under the label "Gangs". Some of them are pretty well dressed, especially those who belong to Tokyo Tribe 2

Extremely Close Call for Spectators at Rally

Over the years, we have seen plenty of accidents involving racing cars and spectators at rally courses all over the globe, and this one could have had a terrible outcome with many losses and severe injuries.

Fortunately though, the Porsche 911 passed inches -if not less- from the fans watching the race on the side of the road. Trot past the jump to see the video.

Mazda3 Driver Tries to Break Free from Tow Truck Claw

It might not be the best of quality, but this is one crazy video with an even more insane driver. Allow us to explain. The clip shows a Mazda3 sedan as it was being picked up by a tow truck's crane – perhaps for a parking violation or something of the sort.

Nothing weird about that. Well, not until you pay closer attention and see the Japanese model's brake lights going on and off and the wheels spinning – yes, the driver is inside the car and he's trying to break free from the metal claws!

You can watch the clip for yourself right after the break.

Road Rage Quickly Escalates to a Boxing Match but Ends with a…Handshake!

"Road rage" is described as any display of aggression by a driver of any type of vehicle against another motorist because of something that happened on the road.And while most drivers will experience road rage in some form or another in their driving history, in most cases, these incidents leave only verbal insults ringing in their ears.

But once in a while, you get that crazy driver that will launch a physical attack and then…all hell breaks loose. And that's exactly what happened during this incident, which according to one of our readers, took place in the U.S. Ottawa, Canada.

The owner of the green VW Jetta tries to open the door of the black Honda Civic only to discover that the driver had locked the doors. He then breaks the Civic's mirror and throws it on the window, at which point the other driver comes out and well, let's just say that he taught the Jetta driver a lesson or two on fighting.

But we left the best for last: once the wrestling/boxing match was over and just before they entered their cars, the two men shook hands as if no fighting had taken place! Oh yeah, it's a crazy, crazy world out there….

Fixed Gear Bike History

A fixed gear bike, or “fixie,” is a bicycle in which the sprocket is directly attached to the hub with no freewheel mechanism. This means that the fixie cannot coast, as when the bike is in motion, the pedals are always in motion. This unique feature allows a cyclist to stop the bike without the use of brakes, as the pedals always turn in the same direction as the rear wheel. The fixed gear also allows a rider to ride in reverse. Most fixed gear bikes have only one gear ratio.

A fixed gear bike is defined as any bicycle without a freewheel. Therefore, a fixed gear bike can be any type of bicycle. One of the most common is the track bicycle, a bicycle used for racing inside of a velodrome or an outdoor racing track. Fixed gears were also used by road cyclists for training during the winter using a low gear ratio, which is believed to help develop a better style of pedaling. Fixies were also commonly used in the 1950′s in the UK for time trials. The fixed gear bike has gained immense popularity in urban North America in the 2000′s, which has been credited to bike messengers. Fixed gear bikes are also used in cycle ball, bike polo, and artistic cycling. A fixie is also very suitable for doing track stands, which is a maneuver in which the bicycle is held stationary and balanced upright with the rider’s feet holding the pedals in place.

Most fixed gear bikes are single-speed, but not always. Multi-speed hub gears have been produced in the past by Sturmey Archer, the model ASC, which enabled the rider to switch gears while driving. Sturmey Archer’s successor company, SunRace Sturmey-Archer, is planning on producing a modern version of the ASC, called the S3X. Another alternative is sprockets on both sides of the wheel, allowing the rider to change gears by flipping the wheel. Both sides may have a fixed gear on each side, called double-fixed, or one side may have a fixed hub and the other a freewheel hub, called a flip-flop hub. Yet another alternative is to use two chain rings and two sprockets, which lets the rider choose between two different gear ratios simply by loosening the wheel and tightening it again.

Cyclists use fixed gear bikes for many reasons, some of which include its light weight, low maintenance, and down-right simplicity. Some people just find it more enjoyable to ride a fixed gear bike than the freewheel counterpart. Some cyclists prefer a fixie in slippery riding conditions because the transmission provides feedback on the grip of the back tire. Descending using a fixed gear bike is more difficult, as the rider must pedal at very fast speeds, up to 170 rpm. This enforced spin in the cranks is said to increase “souplesse,” which is a French word meaning suppleness or flexibility. Riding a fixed gear bike is considered to help encourage a more efficient pedaling style, which would help out a great deal when the rider goes back to riding a freewheel bicycle. The challenge when getting used to riding a fixie is the novice rider’s tendency to coast when riding, which can lead to loss of control on a fixie. Also, taking corners with speed can be dangerous, as the pedals cannot be aligned to allow space for the turn as can be done when riding freewheel.

Most fixed gear bikes do not feature brakes, as some riders find that they are not necessary. In fact, riding without brakes has developed an almost cult status in certain places. This is due to the perception by some riders that brakes are not needed when riding with intense concentration. Riding without brakes, however, is against the law in most places. Just because a fixie doesn’t have brakes doesn’t mean it can’t still stop. The fixed gear bike can be slowed down by resisting the cranks while turning. Braking in this manner, however, can be very hard on the knees and can even lead to injury. Another stopping method is to lock the rear wheel and skid, which is done by the rider putting his weight slightly forward, taking the weight off of the rear wheel, and pulling up on the pedals.

History of Fixed Gear Bikes (Fixies)

Fixed gear bicycles have become the ultimate item in urban chique. Messengers glide effortlessly in and out of traffic in a show of defiance and freedom among lines of cars chained to the grind of the daily commute. Fixie bikes are simple and elegant, with clean lines and a genuine beauty which springs from their lack of complexity, stripped to the bare requirements of pedaling, steering and rolling. And they are becoming more popular as more people discover the joy of riding single speed and fixed gear.

Single speed riding requires a different kind of approach. The fixed gear does not allow you to coast. In fact, going downhill can be hard work. The cog on the rear wheel is bolted directly the hub so that your pedals must go at the same speed as your rear wheel. This also means your pedals can be used to slow down the bike, and the ability to pedal backwards make the impressive track stand you sometimes see messengers doing when the traffic lights are red.

But where did the fixie come from? Some of the first bikes ever were fixed gears – look at the Penny Farthing, and you will see that the pedal cranks are connected directly to the hub of the front wheel. Before the advent of the derailleur, which allowed bicycles to have gears, single speed bikes were the only race bike available. And they were big news in the sporting world. In 1876, Madison Square Garden was built to accommodate a velodrome racing track. Bike racing on the original fixed gear track bikes attracted huge crowds and turned bike racers in to stars. In fact, bike racers back in those days could earn almost $150,000 per year compared with a tradesman’s salary of around $5,000. One of the best known events in the sport of track racing was the hour record where world riders would pit themselves against the clock in an attempt to ride as far as they possibly could in an hour. Some of the greats of the sport have held the hour record, including Francesco Moser, Eddy Merckx and Miguel Indurain. Graeme Obree successful record attempt on a homemade fixie, partly made from old washing machine parts, was made the subject of the movie “The Flying Scotsman”.

The halcyon days of track racing in the U.S. are perhaps behind us, although the sport has enjoyed a resurgence of interest as an Olympic sport, and more nations are putting resources into track racing. But the legacy of the fixed gear bike is alive and well.

Some of the features of those old track bikes, you might think, make the fixie less than ideal for riding in an urban setting, as opposed to riding indoors on a banked track, with no traffic or pedestrians to contend with. Others disagree. Fixie riders who ride without brakes have to anticipate their next move much further in advance than their free-wheeling colleagues. Fixie riders talk of the feeling of Zen-like peace and flow as they become as one with their bike, flowing through the streets and cars of downtown. Others compare riding their fixie to a game of chess, anticipating the movement of the traffic as a chess player would anticipate the moves of his opponent, and reacting accordingly. In any event, the history and the evolution of the fixie has moved on to accommodate the needs of every rider, and in particular the urban rider.

Fixie bikes are probably best known for their uniqueness and variety. You will see track bicycles in the city with their dropped handlebars, but you will also see machines with flat handlebars, bikes with brakes and bikes without brakes. Experience fixed gear riding for yourself – it really is an entirely different style of riding and transport that allows you to feel very connected to your bike. Whether you choose a track bike or an urban machine, you too can get the feel of cycling on one of the oldest and best established types of bicycle – a form of cycling that is as enjoyable today as it ever was.

Michael Schumacher Contemplating Retirement After Next Season?

Once a racing driver, always a racing driver. Michael Schumacher knows that better than anyone else - after all, he is the man who, despite having broken almost every Formula 1 world record and with seven world titles under his belt, couldn’t keep away from an F1 car cockpit.

Now, there are rumors that Schumacher, who for the better part of the season has been outperformed by his teammate, Nico Rosberg, is once again contemplating retirement – this time for good.

These rumors were fuelled by Rosberg’s new multi-year contract with Mercedes GP: Schumacher has not yet negotiated with the team, since he wants to assess its performance.

“I need a little bit more time to see about myself and how we are heading, and some input to see if that is what I want or not”, Schumacher reportedly told British racing magazine Autosport.

Schumacher, who still hasn’t climbed on the podium since returning to F1 in 2010, has already confirmed that he will race in 2013. However, he does not think that the team, which in 2009 won the world championship under the guise of Brawn GP before been taken over by Mercedes, is progressing as it should.

“You have to asses where you are and what needs to be done, and then to transform it. You would rather do this early than late, but we have to understand that we were later than we hoped to be”, said the German pilot.

“The important thing is, are we on the right track? Did we take the right measures? I think yes, but it has to be proven in the future,” Schumacher added.

As former rival, David Coulthard put it when he commented on Mika Hakkinen's return to racing, a true racer "never loses the speed, only the need to race"...

New BMW 3-Series/4-Series Coupe

Last month, spy photographers captured the first pictures of the car that will eventually replace the current BMW 3-Series Coupe, and which may or may not carry a new 4-Series Coupe moniker, while testing in Germany.

Naturally, as with any early prototype, the coupe was slathered in the usual psychedelic swirl favored by the likes of BMW and other German carmakers.

Using these first scoop pictures as well as some basic styling elements from the recently revealed F30 3-Series sedan as a guide, F30Post forum member Wildspeed crafted a rendering of the next-generation Coupe model, which he then produced in numerous colors for our viewing pleasure.

Regardless of the name and the styling specifics, the 3-Series Coupe's replacement will borrow its basic platform architecture and engine lineup straight from the F30 saloon.

Among other available powerplants, the coupe model will be offered with a selection of turbocharged four-cylinder gasoline engines including a 1.6-liter unit for Europe and a global 2.0-liter with up to 240HP at launch and a 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-six with 300HP (306HP in the EU). Most markets will also get 2.0-liter four-cylinder and 3.0-liter inline-six turbo diesels.

And like the F30 sedan, once production is underway, BMW will offer the coupe with its xDrive all-wheel drive system and of course, in M3/M4 trim.

New Video of 2013 Cadillac ATS

For some reason, General Motors is hell bent to show us what it did with the pug-faced 2013 Cadillac ATS prototypes on the famous Autobahn and the Nürburgring racetrack in Germany this past summer.

After a general teaser and the first episode, Cadillac has now released the second part of its video series, which documents the team of drivers and engineers that put Cadillac's new BMW 3-Series saloon contender through its paces.

Porsche 911 GT3 by REIL

The Porsche 911 GT3 is one of those performance cars that are probably better left in stock form, but as we all know, the German tuning industry knows no boundaries.

On the bright side, REIL Performance, which is a subsidiary of MR Car Design, didn't go overboard with its tuning package for the 997 GT3.

The tune starts off with a mild ECU upgrade and continues with a specially designed Akrapovic sport exhaust system that help lift output to 455-horses. The hardcore sports coupe also gains a lowered suspension as well as a HLS hydraulic lift kit that allows the car to clear obstacles such as road bumps more easily.

Finally, the German company also offers an optional graphics package with the firm's logo and something that looks like a panther on the rear fenders. REIL Performance did not release pricing details.

Mercedes-Benz 2012 B-Class Small MPV

While Mercedes-Benz rolled out the second-generation of the B-Class at the 64th IAA in Frankfurt this past September, the German company continues to release new pictures of its compact MPV.

This time, Mercedes published a fresh batch of 38 photos, perhaps in an effort to maintain interest in the 2012 B-Class amidst the storm of new arrivals that are swamping the media.

Unlike the upcoming A-Class, the new B-Class has retained its predecessor's “sandwich” platform.

While the exterior design does not depart significantly from the model that it replaces, the interior is all-new –and all for the better since it adopts Mercedes’ latest styling elements some of which, such as the chrome-ringed round vents, were first introduced in the SLS AMG supercar.

The new B-Class is available with two engines: a 1.6-liter turbocharged gasoline four-cylinder, in 122HP (B180) and 156HP (B200) guises, and a 1.8-liter common rail turbodiesel with an output of 109HP in the B 180 CDI and 136 HP in the B 200 CDI.

Mercedes’ compact MPV is available in four equipment levels, while for the first time the 7G-DCT dual-clutch seven-speed gearbox is on the options list.