If the CLS proves that Mercedes can successfully invent their own segment, the R proves that this is not always a flawless system. It seems to be mostly minivan, but since the image-conscious shun such vehicles, there is just enough crossover thrown in that you lose the practicality of sliding doors, but not the dorky minivan proportions. As absurd as it might be, if what you’re in the market for is a genuinely luxurious minivan, this is it. Sure, the Chrysler Town & Country might be more practical, but the R simply does luxury better that any competitors.
See trim levels and configurations:
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain | Price (MSRP) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R 350 4MATIC |
3.5L V6 Gas
|
7-Speed Automatic
|
All-Wheel Drive
|
$52,690 |
| R 350 BlueTEC 4MATIC |
3.0L Turbo V6 Diesel
|
7-Speed Automatic
|
All-Wheel Drive
|
$53,840 |
The most popular competitors of 2012 Mercedes-Benz R-Class:
Acura
Alfa Romeo
Aston Martin
Audi
Bentley
BMW
Bollinger
Bugatti
Buick
Cadillac
Caterham
Chevrolet
Chrysler
Dodge
Ferrari
Fiat
Fisker
Ford
Genesis
GMC
Hennessey
Honda
Hyundai
Infiniti
Jaguar
Jeep
Karma
Kia
Koenigsegg
Lamborghini
Land Rover
Lexus
Lincoln
Lordstown
Lotus
Lucid Motors
Maserati
Mazda
McLaren
Mercedes-Benz
Mini
Mitsubishi
Nissan
Pagani
Polestar
Porsche
Ram
Rimac
Rivian
Rolls-Royce
Spyker
Subaru
Tesla
Toyota
Volkswagen
Volvo