Mercedes Planning Sub-A-Class SUV for New Platform

MercedesMercedes-BenzGermany, 1924 > present197 models
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is planning a crossover even smaller than the upcoming GLA crossover. It is roughly the size of the VolkswagenVolkswagenGermany, 1938 > present98 models
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TaigunVolkswagen TaigunGermany, 2013 > 20136 photos
concept from last year. 

UK auto magazine Autocar claims to have talked to an engineer on the project who wants to remain nameless. The little truck will be about the same size as a Volkswagen PoloVolkswagen Polo Gen.5Germany, 2009 > present247 versions
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but with styling inspired by the Mercedes G-ClassMercedes-Benz G-Class Gen.3Germany, 1990 > present139 versions
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. 

“We have ideas for a B-segment car with a modern take on the traditional styling from the G-class. We’ve already indicated a desire to extend the G-class line-up with the Ener-G-Force concept shown at the motor show in Los Angeles, and this car is part of those plans," said the Mercedes engineer. 

The new car is going under the codename City-G and will be built on Mercedes upcoming JC1 platform that will support two wheelbases, many track widths and either front or all-wheel drive. DaimlerDaimlerGermany, 1889 > present12 models
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is co-developing the platform with RenaultRenaultFrance, 1898 > present189 models
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. The engines will also be the Renault co-developed units that are still under development. The car is due around 2016. 

Source: Autocar