Mercedes-Benz R-Class

Mercedes-Benz R
Mercedes-Benz R 350 Grand Edition
Overview
ManufacturerDaimlerChrysler (2004–2007)
Daimler AG (2007–2017)
Model codeW251 (SWB)
V251 (LWB)
Also calledR-Class Grand Sports Tourer
ProductionAugust 2004[1]–September 2017[2][3]
Model years2006–2013 (worldwide); 2014–2017 (China)
AssemblyUnited States: Vance, Alabama (2005–2014);
Mishawaka, Indiana (AM General) (2015–2017)[4]
Body and chassis
ClassMid-size luxury MPV
Body style5-door estate
LayoutFront-engine, rear-wheel-drive / four-wheel-drive
PlatformMercedes-Benz W251
RelatedMercedes-Benz M-Class
Mercedes-Benz GL-Class
Powertrain
Engine3.0 L M 272 V6
3.0 L M 276 V6
3.5 L M 272 V6
3.5 L M 276 V6
5.0 L M 113 V8
5.5 L M 273 V8
6.2 L M 156 V8
3.0 L OM 642 V6 diesel
Transmission7-speed 7G-Tronic automatic
7-speed 7G-Tronic Plus automatic
Dimensions
WheelbaseSWB: 2,980 mm (117.3 in)
LWB: 3,215 mm (126.6 in)
LengthSWB: 4,922 mm (193.8 in)
LWB: 5,156 mm (203.0 in)
Width2006–2008: 1,922 mm (75.7 in)
2009–2017: 1,958 mm (77.1 in)
HeightSWB (2006–2008): 1,674 mm (65.9 in)
LWB (2009–2017): 1,661 mm (65.4 in)
Curb weight2,130–2,375 kg (4,696–5,236 lb)
Chronology
SuccessorMercedes Benz V-Class

The Mercedes-Benz R-Class is a mid-size luxury MPV introduced by Mercedes-Benz in 2005 for the 2006 model year. Following the success of the smaller A- and B-Class MPVs, Mercedes in collaboration with coachbuilder Stola presented a concept vehicle, Vision GST (Grand Sports Tourer), at the 2002 Detroit Auto Show[5] and a second one, Vision R presented at the 2004 Detroit Auto Show,[6] subsequently introducing the production version at 2005 New York International Auto Show. The R-Class was manufactured in Vance, Alabama until 2015 when its production was shifted to Mishawaka, Indiana for a smaller volume production until 2017.

The R-Class (W251) shared its platform with the M-Class (W164) and GL-Class (X164) and was available in two wheelbase lengths: standard 2,980 mm (117.3 in) and long 3,215 mm (126.6 in). The R-Class was sold in the United States and Canada in long wheelbase only. The R-Class in both standard and long wheelbases were sold internationally until the end of 2013 with exception of China where R 320 and R 400 with long wheelbase continued to be sold until 2017.

  1. ^ "R 320 CDI 4MATIC / W 251 DE 30 LA 4-M, 2005 - 2010". mercedes-benz-publicarchive.com. Retrieved 10 December 2023.
  2. ^ "About Mercedes-Benz U.S. International, Inc. (MBUSI)". Orion International. Retrieved 31 August 2014.
  3. ^ Baumann, Uli (27 July 2017). "Abschied von der Mercedes R-Klasse Produktion endgültig eingestellt". auto motor und sport (in German).
  4. ^ Naughton, Nora (11 August 2015). "Mercedes R class production launched at AM General". Automotive News.
  5. ^ "STUDIOTORINO - 012 Vision GST". studiotorino.com. Retrieved 16 September 2022.
  6. ^ "STUDIOTORINO - 013 R CLASS". studiotorino.com. Retrieved 16 September 2022.