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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A Tour DeForce - 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
By Kirk Bryan - September 4 - 9:50 pmI bought this with 70,000 miles and it drives like new. The comfort is incredible. The multicontour seats fit like a glove. The armrests and steering wheel are in the perfect position. The head rest doesnt push my head down to my chest like all the new cars do. The sound system is the best I have ever heard. I keep finding more features to use. The mileage better than most smaller v6 SUVs. None of the problems some people talk about. Too bad the economy forces me to sell it.
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The wife loves it! - 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
By IH82BL8 - August 19 - 11:10 amThis is our 3rd MB. The wife didnt want a minivan, and our ML was out growing our family. We got a great deal, $12000 off sticker! The R350 was the perfect choice for our family. Its large enough to fit 6 very comfortably and its very luxurious. Its a large vehicle but it drives like a sedan. Ive got a sports sedan and I even enjoy driving the R350. The NAVI is not as user friendly as the Japanese built cars but we are slowly getting used to it. We love the HK stereo and the panoramic roof. The wife appreciates the auto tailgate. The rear doors are a little too big at tight parking spaces. No regrets at all!
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Six Months Old and Growing on Me - 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
By MB4ME - November 28 - 8:10 amThis is my fourth MB, including 1 wagon and 2 sedans previously, all wonderful vehicles. R-Class has surprising ease of handling like a sedan. Interior is roomy for six adults and gorgeous. Reading the manual first is imperative to become familiar with the hi-tech features. Nav system is great once you master the input procedures. Cargo area adequate for my golf clubs and groceries with seats up. Great sound system. I am averaging 21 mpg. Awesome all-wheel drive and brakes gripped the road in downhill driveway in the snow. My teenagers are fascinated with the different and innovative crossover R. The more I drive the R-Class the more I appreciate the engineering and styling vision.
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Fun to drive - 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
By Someone - August 22 - 6:36 pmI love the Mercedes r350. it is fun to drive and perfect for any family who wants to fit more than five without sacrificing performance
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Excellent Sports Tourer - 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
By CaliforniaVehicleOrg - August 13 - 6:30 pmThe Mercedes Benz R class is unbelievable. It is reliable, fun to drive and sleek. Comes with great accesories and features as well. Even though sticker says the R500 gets around 18 mpg, it can actually get around 25 - 30 mpg.
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Tons of Room - 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
By MEJO - April 20 - 8:20 pmWe had an ML320 and were really looking to trade for a BMW wagon, but, then we found the R350. From the first time my 62" husband sat in the third row and was comfy to the way it handles we were sold. The R350 is a large vehicle but drives like a sedan. We have the Saks Fifth Avenue edition and love the looks inside. For those of us moms who refuse to drive a minivan this is the perfect car.
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Gefahr! -Danger, may be addicting! - 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
By Ronnie Reyes - March 23 - 9:40 pmThis is my first MB and I came from a Durango LTD w/ the big V8 hemi. While torque and outright power are not the same I have no problem in this V6 cruising the interstate above the legal limit w/ ease and not putting any stress at all on the vehicle. Storage is not what it was, but is deceptively enough to put a $200 grocery purchase in the car w/ ease. The family fits great, the quality is MB and the safety aspect is more than worth the sticker. The only warning I can give is pay attention to which option package you choose. And everything is optional...MB should pay attention and put phone, NAV, back-up camera and memory seats as standard features on a car of this stature.
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Love this R350 4matic - 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
By ITboater - December 29 - 6:13 amBought this R350 with 49k miles, mid-range options. Had 4 MBs before, but stayed away during the bad period of 96-05. Hope it is reasonably durable. My wife is ecstatic with this car! She is 411 and can fit behind the wheel in comfort, as can I at 510. My 92YOA age father thinks its great. I love how it drives. It is sneaky fast. No car could go down my rough road driving loop as fast, but on freeway it flies with no effort at all. When you want to hurry the 7 speed trans override buttons are great to hold a gear or downshift. Nice touch is the gear stalk...cool. Mileage vg so far, 15-17 city, 23-23.5 freeway at 75, 25-25.5 side roads. Very quiet, per my sound level meter.
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Done Right The First Time - 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
By Brent10020 - September 4 - 12:40 pmWanting more room than a sedan and not willing to drive a minivan, this vehicle seems a perfect fit. Truly fun to drive, much more car-like and better performance than any of the sport SUVs currently available
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R-Class Review - 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
By Robby Wiemer - July 7 - 3:33 pmFun to drive, has all of the features needed for a large family. Very luxurious interior.
