Overview & Reviews
The all-new R-Class -- a premium wagon with more than a trace of minivan and SUV in its DNA -- joins the Mercedes-Benz lineup for 2006.
- Good performance, ritzy interior, supreme comfort and versatility.
- Long rear doors a problem in tight parking spaces.
User Reviews:
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Ultimate Family Car - 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
By FamilyGuy - December 6 - 4:10 amI have 2 young children and to accomodate my family I have driven another German Luxury SUV, Japanese SUV, and a Luxury midsize Sedan. Unfortunately, none of them never worked. The German SUV drive was too truck-like and the passanger interior was smaller than what I hoped for (no 3rd row seats). The Japanese SUV, was class leading in space, but the ride was not as smooth or quiet as what I got from my German SUV. Moreover, the 3rd row, was very difficult to get in and out of (BTW-this problem is common amongst almost all SUVs with 3rd rows). The German luxury sedans ride was great, but the size didnt fit. I have found that the R-class gives me the room I need and a great ride.
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Great Car!!!! - 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
By MarkC - November 2 - 7:20 amSo far so great. What a Vehicle. The space is positively shocking. 6 full size adults could fit in this car effortlessly. It drives like a sedan not a truck or minivan. The R500 has power to spare. Chock full of amenities. We are very pleased so far. And our dealership was great. We said so long to our over-sized SUV and have not missed it yet. This car will probably change the SUV or crossover market.
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No problems-Great Car - 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
By Serving us well - October 7 - 3:16 pmWe bought this car early of "07" and have driven it from the Canadian line to the gulf of Mexico. Driving in winter blizzards and southern frog floaters. Avg gas mileage for hwy- 23to24 mpg. City-19 mpg. Great touring car, for its size it handles very well. What little warranty work we have had done, we have done it when its time for service. If this car keeps performing like this in the future, MB will have good success.
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Deceptive for hauling - 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
By flevy - September 19 - 12:30 amI had leased the R500 and took it home. Only then did we find out that the third row seats did not fold flat or out of the way. When folded, the seat becomes perpendicular to the back and sits 9 inches from the second row. If you are packing for a trip, you lose a tremendous amount of volumetric space. This was never shown and makes it an unrealistic car for trips to the beach. Poor design. Ended up taking the car back and getting SUV.
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Design Problem - 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
By Jolly Roger - August 7 - 5:06 amExcellent ride with better than expected fuel economy. 22Mpg @ 80/85 MPH. Problem is attempting to parallel park. There is no way to see the front end when parking, you just have to guess how close you are to anything that might be in front of you. Difficult to find a vechicle in stock with Parkatronic, unless you want a black interior.
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Happy but dissapointed - 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
By douglas - June 4 - 8:03 pmIts a great car, I love the look of it from the front and when I got inside and test drove I fell in love and I got a great deal. First brand new car I purchased and am glad I did. So I have owned mine now for 4 years and its still drives like a brand new car .
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First trip - 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
By jabbahop - May 20 - 5:00 pmI drove our new R350 1000 miles from the dealer in KY. I now know why the car is called a tourer. Quiet, smooth, comfortable - a great ride. It isnt a quick vehicle but has enough power. Nice surprises - the cruise control with two increments (up and down one mile per hour to tune speed) - intermittent wipers - ipod integration kit (though it would be nicer to be able to select a play list from the radio controls) - better gas mileage than I feared (22.5) Little annoyances - should have checked out the Xenon lights because on low beam, they dont have great illumination - black interior (and carpet) shows dirt, dust. Overall very happy with it and family loves the room!
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My over priced mini van - 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
By Peter E Gibson - January 10 - 10:56 pmIn twice for transmission, a total of ten days! Need four new tires at 15K. Has been back to dealer six times in nine months. not as reliable as former cars owned in that price range.
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Best Yet - 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
By Dave - December 1 - 6:40 amHave 5k miles and what a great car. The best Mercedes yet. You cant get into trouble with this all wheel drive car!
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Mercedes does not stand behind product - 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
By tmerc - October 25 - 12:39 pm2006 Mercedes with 63,711 miles and has had all recommended service performed at the suggested mileage, including regular oil changes every 4,000 miles (synthetic oil). Car stalled without warning. Towed to Park Place Mercedes where it was diagnosed that pistons in cylinders 1 and 4 had come apart, requiring a complete engine block replacement. The cost of repair was quoted at $15,000.00. The value of the car, prior to the catastrophic event, as listed on Kelley Blue Book is $17,000.00 private sale. My expectation is that an engine on a well-maintained, vehicle should last beyond 63,711 miles, unless there are issues with quality of parts used, or the quality of the engine construction.
