Mercedes-Benz R-Class
| Mercedes-Benz R-Class | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz |
| Production | 23 June 2005 – 2012 |
| Model years | 2006–2012 |
| Assembly | United States: Vance, Alabama (2005-2015) AM General (2015) |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Full-size CUV / Large MPV (M) |
| Body style | 5-door CUV |
| Layout | Front engine, rear-wheel drive / four-wheel drive |
| Platform | Mercedes-Benz W251 |
| Related |
Mercedes-Benz M-Class Mercedes-Benz GL-Class |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 3.0 L V6 3.5 L V6 5.0 L V8 5.5 L V8 6.2 L V8 |
| Transmission | 7-speed automatic |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | SWB: 2,980 mm (117.3 in) LWB: 3,215 mm (126.6 in) |
| Length | SWB: 4,922 mm (193.8 in) LWB: 5,156 mm (203.0 in) |
| Width | 2006–08 & 2011–2013: 1,922 mm (75.7 in) 2009–2010: 1,958 mm (77.1 in) |
| Height | SWB: 1,674 mm (65.9 in) 2006–08: 1,656 mm (65.2 in) 2009–2013 LWB: 1,661 mm (65.4 in) |
| Curb weight | 2,130–2,375 kg (4,696–5,236 lb) |
| Chronology | |
| Successor | Mercedes-Benz V-Class/Metris |
The Mercedes-Benz R-Class is a luxury multi-purpose vehicle introduced by Mercedes-Benz for the 2006 model year. It is the first full-sized multi-purpose vehicle ever produced by Mercedes-Benz. It was first seen at the 2002 Detroit Auto Show as the Vision GST (Grand Sports Tourer) concept, and the final production vehicle was shown at the 2005 New York International Auto Show. The R-Class was built on the W251 chassis, and is assembled in Vance, Alabama. It was priced between the M-Class and the GL-Class. It was initially marketed by Mercedes-Benz as a "Sports Cruiser" and later as a "Family Tourer".
The R-Class was offered in two wheelbases, 2,980 mm (117.3 in) and 3,215 mm (126.6 in), the latter being the sole offering in the US.
Models using the BlueTec diesel engine were introduced for the 2009 model year in certain markets, with other markets getting Mercedes' BlueEFFICIENCY technology.
Not all engines are available in all markets.
The R-Class scored "Good" in the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) front crash test. But it was only given an "Acceptable" rating in the side impact crash test before 2009 models built after September 2008 because the test dummy's torso faced excessive loads. For 2009 models built after September 2008, Mercedes modified the seatbelts and interior door trim and the IIHS rated the R-class "Good" overall in side impacts allowing the R-Class to receive the Top Safety Pick award.
Thatcham's New Car Whiplash Ratings (NCWR) organisation tested the R-Class for its ability to protect occupants against whiplash injuries with the car achieving the top 'Good' rating overall.
The R-Class was tested by Thatcham's New Vehicle Security Ratings (NVSR) organisation and achieved the following ratings:
Mercedes-Benz announced in May 2007 that the R-Class range would be broadened. Rear-wheel drive variants became available in addition to the four-wheel-drive versions, and more flexible seating options (5, 6, or 7-seat versions) offered, AMG styling and new 3.0L engine is available in the R280 (petrol) and R300 CDI (diesel).
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