BC301Z hatchback and the BC302Z sedan both debuted at the Shanghai Auto Show. The BC’s stand on a new platform and look at least a bit like the Benz B-class. Beijing Auto and Mercedes Benz have a joint venture in China called Beijing-Benz. They make the C-class, E-class and soon the GLK for the Chinese market. The BC’s are meant for the cheap end of the market, price will start at only 50.000 yuan and ends around a still very cheap 75.000 yuan.

The BC302Z sedan.

Two engines, both from Mitsubishi: a 1.3 with 99hp and 126nm and a 1.5 with 113hp and 141nm. Size (hatch): 4038mm/1720mm/1500mm, wheelbase is 2500mm.