2011 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Review
As family-haulers go, the Mercedes-Benz R350 Bluetec is a nice rig — perhaps too nice for the sippy-cup-and-Cheerios gang. Even though the R350 doesn't fit nicely into a defined category such as minivan, SUV or crossover, it's nonetheless a practical car for the high-earning, minivan-averse family.
The R350 caters to families with its roomy cabin, compliant ride and available convenience features, but it sacrifices some utility in the name of style.
I tested the diesel-powered R350 Bluetec, and a gas V-6 engine is also offered. The diesel version starts at $51,740, but options made the as-tested price balloon to around $67,000. The R-Class' price range overlaps two of Mercedes' SUVs: the five-seat M-Class and the seven-seat GL-Class. The R-Class is available with seating for six or seven. To see a side-by-side comparison of these three models, click here.
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Comfort: Further progresses with adaptive shock absorbers and improved air
suspension
As in the safety field, the Mercedes-Benz E-Class has been setting the
standards for long-distance comfort in this vehicle class for several decades.
Bettering the already high level of the preced ...
Standard display
Press and hold the
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steering wheel until the Trip menu with
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Introduction
You can establish a Bluetooth® connection to the audio system or to COMAND (see
the separate operating instructions).
WARNING
A driver's attention to the road must always be his/her prima ...