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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Great luxury family car - 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
By R350 new owner - April 19 - 1:40 amThe interior is one of the most luxurious; the exterior needs to grow on you (my wife loves). The $5000 off invoice unadvertised special makes it the best buy. Handling and noise level are great. Maybe some of the options should be standard. Overall, great family car to drive if you dont want a minivan or the full size SUV.
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Keep it around - 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
By brubon - February 20 - 12:50 pmThis is the best Mercedes on the highhway for comfort and drivability. Plenty of room inside for 6 adults comfortably, and as fuel efficient as my old Acura MDX...and its a V8. Great vehicle.
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The quickest family hauler for six. - 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
By Laurenz Peschke - December 10 - 9:40 pmOur requirements: comfort and room for 5 (3 kids, ages 5, 8, 10) plus dog, power, versatility for different needs; all-wheel drive, useful as commuter and travel vehicle. Went on two 800 mile trips, packed 4 people, their stuff, took the lab to the kennel, and continued the trip to pick up the other two incl. their stuff from camp without a roof carrier: it all fit. The R500 has superb handling, performance, and comfort for a vehicle this size. Even the kids prefer our R over our MDX. Gas mileage is better than advertised. I got 20.3 mpg over 300 miles at avg 64mph, including 40 miles city driving. Normal, passive town driving: 16mpg; aggressive: 13mpg. Love the design inside/out.
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A Lemon - 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
By Faye Powell - November 28 - 3:26 pmI liked driving the R350. It turns on a dime. I am shaken with apprehension because of the electrical problems that I have experienced with this car. I have had the car in my possession since January. I have never taken the car out of town because I feel it will break down. The last breakdown was in the evening when my daughter was driving the car on a busy road in town. The power went out. She lost the steering and it was a miracle that she did not have a very bad accident. This is the second major electrical breakdown. The car was recalled for inspection soon after I took ownership of the the lease. There have been other electrical problems.
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Fanstic car - 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
By Dee - October 27 - 2:26 pmBought the car new in Feb,2007 because of great deal. My 3rd MB just love it. Great for road trips so comfortable especially love the 2nd row seats having same room as front seats. Have not had any problems with car just regular check ups.
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The car not enough people know about. - 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
By BKNYC - October 19 - 11:53 pmThe interior and exterior work well. Seats in the back are awesome for my 2 young children. The ride is as good as any other Mercedes on the market. Could be one of the best all around family automobiles on the road today.
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R 500 early review - 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
By mmcfadden - September 21 - 1:00 pmIve had this car for 1 month and have driven 2,000 miles. I love everything about this car. It handles like an E- Class. There is the typical MB/BMV sedan driving feel. I opted for the airdynamic suspesion that is wonderful. On/off exit ramps feel terrific with the sports mode, highway- comfort mode and around town-normal mode. A better rear seating arrangement than an S/ML-class. The command center is reasonable intuitive but you have to spend a little time getting to know it. I integrated the phone system, NAV and ipod system. EZ to use. My only complaint is lack of adequate luggage space for long distances when using all seats. Will need cargo rails with large cargo carrier. Buy!
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The docs car - 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
By Dr. Fraccaro - May 11 - 9:46 amI believe that this vehicle is a serious machine. Since I previously owned an SL 55 AMG, I was lloking for a change. I sold my SL for a good price, since it did cost me an arm in a leg, and I downgraded to this car. I cannot even tell the difference. The SL was not worth $150,000 but the R 500 was worth every penny. Who knows, the AMG may also be that much better also
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Not reliable - 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
By Tomas Hay - March 16 - 12:30 pmThe interior set up with 6 separate captains seats fit our family perfectly, so we almost had to get this car. Unfortunately weve been underwhelmed by the performance of this car. The gears downshift suddenly with a "clunk" when coasting downhill. The steering is "gummy". Weve had this car in the dealership shop average every other month for mysterious problems like a chirping noise from the engine when idling, a recurring rubbing sensation from the bottom of the car when driving <40mph, a somewhat loud vibrating noise when coasting >50mph on fwy. The auto back hatch is slow. The nav toggle is hard to use. If the economy wasnt so bad wed get rid of this car in a heartbeat!
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Looker - not driver! - 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
By Wayne - March 12 - 1:43 pmI have two boys, my partner and three dogs. we needed to upgrade from our 05 E-Wagon. It is too bad that with this larger wagon you lose touch with the road. It is very comfortable and spacious, nice to look at but not fun to drive. OK on the highway but take it onto a winding road and yuk! You are able to steEr out of an emergency but it does not hold the road. This is my 11th MB. A little bummed but will probabaly be back for a smaller one!
