R350 Bluetec in the Market
One look at Mercedes' 2010 sales numbers is all you need to understand the R-Class' niche status. In a year when the automaker's midsize M-Class and full-size GL-Class SUVs sold around 30,000 and 20,000 copies, respectively, approximately 3,000 R-Class models left the lot. It's a stark example of the SUV's staying power in the U.S. market.
That said, if you're considering a luxury SUV but might be willing to step outside the SUV box, you'll probably find more to like in the R-Class than you think. It's an eminently sensible SUV alternative — especially if you never venture off-road.
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General notes
The roller sunblinds shield the vehicle interior
from sunlight. The front roller sunblind can
only be opened and closed when the
panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel
is closed. The fron ...
Important safety notes
WARNING
On slippery road surfaces, never downshift in order to obtain braking action.
This could result in drive wheel slip and reduced vehicle control. Your vehicle's
ABS will not preve ...
Adjusting the front-passenger seat from the rear
WARNING
When adjusting the front passenger seat,
make sure the seat, if occupied, is as far from
the front passenger front air bag as possible.
Otherwise, the passenger could be seriously
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