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2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class User Reviews

2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Review Ratings

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Average Ratings from 12 reviews

  • Performance:4 out of 5 stars4 out of 5 stars4 out of 5 stars4 out of 5 stars4 out of 5 stars 4 / 5
  • Appearance:4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars 4.5 / 5
  • Build Quality:5 out of 5 stars5 out of 5 stars5 out of 5 stars5 out of 5 stars5 out of 5 stars 5 / 5
  • Overall:4.4 out of 5 stars4.4 out of 5 stars4.4 out of 5 stars4.4 out of 5 stars4.4 out of 5 stars 4.4 / 5

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PROS
"space" 4 reviews
"speed" 2 reviews
"sound" 2 reviews
"storage" 2 reviews
CONS
"high maintenance" 3 reviews
"power" 2 reviews

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markgreenlief writes:
2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class R350 4dr Wagon AWD Review
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Great familiy car with a lot of room.  Allows our young family to grow.

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Turning radius is a problem for the wife.

markgreenlief
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Amazing Car You Would Expect From A Mercedes — This car is exactly what we were looking for a family of 5. The design and style is classic Mercedes. Each seat is comforable, handles like a dream, and the family travels comfortable, safe, and stylish. I would highly recommend this vehicle to family and friends.

Primary Use: Family transportation

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jkoeh writes:
2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class R350 4dr Wagon AWD Review
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AWD, Solid Build, 22mpg freeway

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Moderate City MPG

jkoeh
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You Won't Regret Driving Or Owning An R-class — All wheel drive, comfortable, well appointed, rare (less than 100K on the road in US), plenty of power, great travel car. Came from 4 Chrysler minivans, this is easily twice the car in every aspect except raw storage space. Very worth a look.

Primary Use: Family transportation

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muddauto writes:
2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class R350 4dr Wagon AWD Review
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styling

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maintenance cost

muddauto
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8 Out Of 10 — Beautiful styling for what constitutes a "minivan". Third row seating is spacious and luxurious.I don't like the fact that you have to take it in to a professional to change a light bulb. Also, if the Panoramic roof has issues your looking at an $1,800 fix Be aware.

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Nick writes:
2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class R500 4dr Wagon AWD Review
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Comfortable, fast, quiet, high quality trim, tons of options, massive space and great vision and seating.

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Maintenance costly, less reliable than a Mercedes should be. V8 engine immense, but no longer available in the R Class.

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Stylish, Fast, Comfortable Sports Crossover — Liked seating, trim, options, speed, ride, quality of build and looks. Economy could be better but pretty good on a long run. Loves long distances and eats up the miles on my Seattle to Spokane runs. Tires are quiet, great grip and low noise, but I only use Michelin, which are almost $350 each, but still expensive.

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rcauto writes:
2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class R350 4dr Wagon AWD Review
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Storage , navigation , sound system .

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maintenance on the higher side.

rcauto
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Practical — Nice vehicle overall , well equipped from factory. if possible avoid the one with the sky view sunroof ( too many issues ) . Navigation works great , sound system is superb , nice room on second row of seats, not so much for the third row. This a nice option for people that do not like mini vans .

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sdelafe writes:
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6 seats

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Rides rough have been through 2 sets of ignition coils and has suspension airbag problems always something going bad on it

sdelafe
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Too Much Maintenance — Rides rough have been through 2 sets of ignition coils and has suspension airbag problems always something going bad on it. SWeems like as soon as I get one thing foixed another goes bad very expensive to fix and not comfportable on long trips over all car sucks.

Primary Use: Family transportation

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jamel_lytle writes:
2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class R500 4dr Wagon AWD Review
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Great for Family, cargo and Long Road Trips!

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jamel_lytle
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My Favorite Vehicle To Drive — I love this car! From the comfort of the seats to it's ability to take on the snow and the open roads. It has dvd players for the kids and beautiful sounding speakers to rock out to. While on road trips, the car loves the highway. I had to check my speed often as this girl likes to go. The cruise control is a must for road trips. I was doing 100 mph and it didn't feel as such! The car handles nicely. I feel safe and secure driving the kids around. I would like to add a back up camera as it's a little long but not too bad. Love that it automatically adjusts for steep incline/declines on it's on. Amazing vehicle with the horse power to match. This is not a mini van at all!! Love my sports wagon.

Primary Use: Family transportation

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MRSMBZMAYHEM writes:
2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class R350 4dr Wagon AWD Review
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great car, utility, appearance, safety, value

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can't think of one?

MRSMBZMAYHEM
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L-o-v-e I-t! — I love my R-Class & the fact that it's not a station wagon or mommy van (yuck)! It's comfy, lot's of utility, not a monstrosity like those hunks of unrefined metal made by American & Asian automakers. My R-Class was purchased because we needed something that would comfortably fit our two sons & dog, all of which are quite large. We 've had it for almost 4 years now & although I'm due for an upgrade & not sure if I'll be heading to my MBZ dealer.

Primary Use: Family transportation

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Wes writes:
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it is fast

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it is not that fun to drive

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It Is A Good Car — is it the best car every person should have if you a person with alot of things to put and you are thinging of getting a minivan you should get a used r 500 4dr wagon awd it is the best car and it is fast (it has paddle shiffters well on till yyou get the crapets clean then you should get a new car t=cause the battery is dead

Primary Use: Family transportation

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Charles writes:
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roominess

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large and not the AMG version

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Great Commuter Hauler And For Long Trips — The 3.6 l V-6 is strong for a 6, braking is good and the uphill brake lock is fantastic to prevent downhill slide. The roominess is the best in class. i can sit in the back seat at 6'2" Milage is not great because of the engine to weight ration but still gets about 21 combined. DVD with wireless headphones keeps children quiet on long trips. 3 zone air. 6 adults to meeting commutes is great and aback two rows fold for transporting "stuff"

Primary Use: Family transportation

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2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Reviews

Great Family Car. By Jdebbas

We bought this used at a great price. It was much cheaper than mini vans with similar miles. So far, it has been very cheap to own. Only asks for service every 12,000 miles or so. Has car seat anchors... Read More

Good Family Car For Family Of 5 Or 6. By weesm

Sleek looking and extremely comfortable ride, great for road trips. Build quality is excellent as with all Mercedes Benz. It looks much smaller due to the low roof line. The low entry makes it easy... Read More

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2007 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Reviews

Spectacular Family Vehicle! By Roger

When purchasing this car, the interior really made me fall in love. Sitting in the back seat felt like being in a very nice executive vehicle. It's wonderful on the road. I took it camping a few mo... Read More

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