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 Large Car ! - 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
  By royalpar1 - July 5 - 11:36 pm

  Although this is a true crossover from mini van to suv, it is large, drives great, and is beautiful. Dealer incentives for a 2006 are hard to beat. Best car for the money in its class

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  Chodes car - 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
  By chode - May 12 - 9:40 am

  Great car to drive. Ride is smooth without feeling floaty. Our car has the airmatic suspension. Sport mode is pretty harsh but the other two modes provide a very nice ride. Interior quality is superb. Forward visibility is excellent. Rearward visisbility is not the best, a backup camera should be standard, but it is not even available. Overall I really like it. It looks different from most other cars on the road. It is a very versitile design. In 2007 mercedes benz offered the 550 motor in some of their line ups. This car with that 550 motor would be awesome. I know the AMG version is out there, but at almost 90 grand it too much bread.

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  Dont want to drive a van or SUV? - 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
  By Chuck J. - May 7 - 7:06 pm

  If you want all-wheel drive, room for 6, and cant picture yourself driving a van or SUV, theres no other choice. The Pacifica fits the bill, but its slow, underpowered and ugly. And, the rear seats on the Pacifica are not as easy to get into. Some reviewers are slamming the R500, because its a Mercedes that doesnt register with their sense of what a practical car is. Who off-roads or uses all that van cargo space? The positives: V-8 power!, unique sculpted styling, 1st class ride and appointments, not driving the same SUV or van that everybody else is driving. Did I mention blowing the doors off of most vehicles? When the suspension lowers at 70MPH, youll know sport touring!

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  Great car with such a size - 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
  By great dane - March 25 - 9:43 pm

  Good mileage for such a heavy vehicle. Absolutely quiet and smooth in switching gears. Enough space for even a six-footer in the third row. Takes a while to get used to the brake assistant.

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  Unlike any other - 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
  By tiefenem - March 19 - 3:53 pm

  Well rounded vehicle, lots of fun to drive, love the option of being able to select a sport mode or comfort mode. Panorama roof is a hit with the family. Trim work is excellent, guages, controls easy to use.

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  Once in a Benz, always in a Benz - 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
  By HappyBenzowner - January 11 - 11:23 am

  My first luxo-liner. Executive jet indeed it is. This is billiard table smooth on the highway. Nothing like it around town. Must haves are the panorama roof, and navigation and PDC (Parktronic). I can live without 4matic and heated seats. Less complexity and weight. People say "what is it?" And it gets the same mileage as my 06 Honda CRV did. Get one today!! Youll never go back to the "others."

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  Good Buy - 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
  By Joy M. - November 21 - 5:53 am

  This is my MB and I am just loving every bit of it. This machine is comfortable and have ample of room inside to fit 6 Adults to sit comfortably. The gas mileage is very good considering the fact that it is V8. The most comfortable part of this vehicle is that it was very minimal engine noise and the drive (specially in the freeway)is very smooth and comfortable.

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  Absolutely Love It - 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
  By Dee Peake - November 10 - 4:53 am

  After doing a great deal of research, and test driving equivalent vehicles we decided to purchase our R500. My family has quickly fallen in love with this vehicle. The leg room in the second row is unmatched by any other vehicle. I traded in a sportier Jag for the roomier family friendly vehicle. I have not regretted it for a minute, the R500 is luxurious without being pretentious. Highly recommend it. We purchased the extended warranty to just to be safe but we have not had the smallest of issues.

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  R350 is a great car. - 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
  By Scott - September 1 - 3:26 am

  This is our first MB and we are very happy with it. Excellent ride quality, beautiful interior, smooth drivetrain, and extremely comfortable seats. I had difficulty getting my wife interested in a wagon much less a MB. But, after taking her to the dealership she quickly reconized that this is a great family vehicle. The 6 cylinder is adequate and fun to drive but not fast.

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  Great vehicle - 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
  By Nik - August 12 - 11:20 am

  Have had the car for a little over a month, cant speak highly enough about it. The build quality is great, it drives great (feels like a much smaller car). The driving position is "commanding" enough. The panaromic sunroof makes the third seat feel unrestricted. Great job MB