Mercedes-Benz R-Class
Mercedes-Benz R-Class — 2006–2013 (worldwide)2014–2017 (China), 5-door estate, 3.0 L ''M 272'' V63.0 L ''M 276'' V63.5 L ''M 272'' V63.5 L ''M 276'' V65.0 L ''M 113'' V85.5 L ''M 273'' V86.2 L ''M 156'' V83.0 L ''OM 642'' V6 diesel. Explore engine specifications, fuel economy, dimensions, tire sizes, seating, maintenance and tire-pressure guidance.
About the Mercedes-Benz R-Class
Mercedes-Benz R-Class is a 5-door estate in the mid-size luxury mpv class, with source data covering 2006–2013 (worldwide)2014–2017 (China). The available vehicle data lists 3.0 L ''M 272'' V63.0 L ''M 276'' V63.5 L ''M 272'' V63.5 L ''M 276'' V65.0 L ''M 113'' V85.5 L ''M 273'' V86.2 L ''M 156'' V83.0 L ''OM 642'' V6 diesel as an engine configuration, paired with 7-speed ''7G-Tronic'' automatic7-speed ''7G-Tronic Plus'' automatic and a Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive / four-wheel-drive layout. Public source material describes the model in the context of its design, market positioning and vehicle history.
This Mercedes-Benz R-Class guide focuses on the details drivers commonly want to know, including engine information for 3.0 L ''M 272'' V63.0 L ''M 276'' V63.5 L ''M 272'' V63.5 L ''M 276'' V65.0 L ''M 113'' V85.5 L ''M 273'' V86.2 L ''M 156'' V83.0 L ''OM 642'' V6 diesel and 7-speed ''7G-Tronic'' automatic7-speed ''7G-Tronic Plus'' automatic transmission information. Exact specifications should be matched to the relevant model year and market.
Mercedes-Benz R-Class specifications at a glance
Use this table for the model-level essentials. Exact figures may vary by year, trim, engine and market.
| Make | Mercedes-Benz |
|---|---|
| Model | R-Class |
| Model years | 2006–2013 (worldwide)2014–2017 (China) |
| Body style | 5-door estate |
| Vehicle class | Mid-size luxury MPV |
| Manufacturer | DaimlerChrysler (2004–2007)Daimler AG (2007–2017) |
| Production | August 2004–September 2017 |
| Market / country | CA, ES, FI, GB, LU, MY, NL, NZ, UA, US |
Engine, transmission and performance
Engine information for the Mercedes-Benz R-Class includes 3.0 L ''M 272'' V63.0 L ''M 276'' V63.5 L ''M 272'' V63.5 L ''M 276'' V65.0 L ''M 113'' V85.5 L ''M 273'' V86.2 L ''M 156'' V83.0 L ''OM 642'' V6 diesel.. Transmission information includes 7-speed ''7G-Tronic'' automatic7-speed ''7G-Tronic Plus'' automatic.. The listed drivetrain/layout is Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive / four-wheel-drive.
| Engine | 3.0 L ''M 272'' V63.0 L ''M 276'' V63.5 L ''M 272'' V63.5 L ''M 276'' V65.0 L ''M 113'' V85.5 L ''M 273'' V86.2 L ''M 156'' V83.0 L ''OM 642'' V6 diesel |
|---|---|
| Transmission | 7-speed ''7G-Tronic'' automatic7-speed ''7G-Tronic Plus'' automatic |
| Drivetrain / layout | Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive / four-wheel-drive |
Dimensions, weight and practicality
Dimensions and capacity figures are presented as published source data when available.
| Wheelbase | SWB: 2980 mm (117 in)LWB: 3215 mm (127 in) |
|---|---|
| Length | SWB: 4922 mm (194 in)LWB: 5156 mm (203 in) |
| Width | 2006–2008: 1922 mm (75.7 in)2009–2017: 1958 mm (77.1 in) |
| Height | SWB (2006–2008): 1674 mm (65.9 in)LWB (2009–2017): 1661 mm (65.4 in) |
| Kerb / curb weight | 2130 – |
Mercedes-Benz R-Class other specifications
| Name | Mercedes-Benz R |
|---|---|
| Image | 2010 Mercedes-Benz R350L Grand Edition CDi Automatic 3.0 Front.jpg |
| Caption | Mercedes-Benz R 350 Grand Edition |
| Model Code | W251 (SWB)V251 (LWB) |
Mercedes-Benz R-Class generations and model years
Where a source covers multiple generations, CarCareTool selects the generation(s) that best match this catalog model instead of mixing unrelated variants.
| Generation / scope | Years | Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz R | 2006–2013 (worldwide)2014–2017 (China) | 3.0 L ''M 272'' V63.0 L ''M 276'' V63.5 L ''M 272'' V63.5 L ''M 276'' V65.0 L ''M 113'' V85.5 L ''M 273'' V86.2 L ''M 156'' V83.0 L ''OM 642'' V6 diesel | 7-speed ''7G-Tronic'' automatic7-speed ''7G-Tronic Plus'' automatic | Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive / four-wheel-drive |
Recommended tire pressure for Mercedes-Benz R-Class
Check the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the manufacturer’s cold inflation pressure. CarCareTool estimates are clearly labelled when an exact verified value is unavailable.
| Load condition | Front | Rear | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Normal | 33 PSI | 32 PSI | Estimate |
| Fully loaded | 35 PSI | 35 PSI | Estimate |
Frequently asked questions about Mercedes-Benz R-Class
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