Will the R500 engine fit in the R350 Mercedes?
I have a 2009 R350 and wish to replace the engine with the R500 engine. Is it possible to do so?
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2009 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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Mercedes-Benz streamlines the R-Class lineup for 2009 and adds a few new features to the standard equipment list for R-Class models. For starters, the '09 R-Class lineup consists of just two vehicles - the R350 4Matic and the R320 BlueTEC. The R350 now comes only with Mercedes' 4Matic full-time all-wheel-drive system. The rear-drive R350, available the previous year, was dropped from the lineup for '09.
In addition, Mercedes replaces the previous year's diesel-powered R320 CDI with the new R320 BlueTEC. It features the automaker's turbocharged 210-hp, 3.0-liter BlueTEC clean-diesel V6 engine, which delivers impressive torque and a good 0-60-mph time. Unlike the previous R-Class diesel-powered trim, Mercedes will offer the '09 R320 for sale in all 50 states. (Due to emissions problems, the R320 CDI was not offered for sale in certain states.) Mercedes notes that the new R320 BlueTEC achieves better gas mileage than some hybrid SUVs, getting up to 24 mpg on the highway, and can travel more than 600 miles on a single tank of gas. The engine runs on ultra-low-sulfur diesel or B5 biodiesel fuel.
For both trims, the engine links to a seven-speed automatic transmission, which provides improved fuel efficiency (when compared to earlier versions of the transmission), especially when cruising in the two overdrive gears. In addition, the transmission continually monitors engine and road inputs to select the best gear for the smoothest acceleration possible. Drivers can use the transmission's Touch Shift feature and paddle shifters mounted on the steering wheel to manually shift the transmission.
New standard features for both trims include a glass panel sunroof. Mercedes continues to offer a two-panel panorama sunroof as an option. In addition, Mercedes has updated the COMAND (Cockpit Management and Navigation Device) entertainment and information system, which has a new multimedia head unit that makes it easier for drivers to control the vehicle's audio and video systems, as well as the hand's-free phone calling and optional navigation systems.
Mercedes also adds the Pre-Safe occupant-protection system as a standard feature. If the Pre-Safe system detects a potential accident, it automatically tightens seat belts, adjusts seats to optimal positions, and closes the windows and sunroof to protect occupants.
User reviews for 2009 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
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by Richard z
Nov 20, 2023
Great value for the money
Nice economical ride with room to spareNov 20, 2023
by Annette R
May 04, 2021
its been on my bucket list since 2002. But I have gotten some mediocre statements from dealers, indicating that they never did well, and that the 350 has motor issues because it cannot handle much hard driving, but the500 has less issues with the payload issue. I purchased one and it died before I got home, but I love the practicality of a wagon that is that sexy a Mercedes, and with that much room.May 04, 2021
by fred r
Jul 13, 2020
this will be our 6th mercedes. why would we drive anything other than a mercedes.Jul 13, 2020
User rating:
by Richard z
Nov 20, 2023
Great value for the money
Nice economical ride with room to spareNov 20, 2023
by Annette R
May 04, 2021
its been on my bucket list since 2002. But I have gotten some mediocre statements from dealers, indicating that they never did well, and that the 350 has motor issues because it cannot handle much hard driving, but the500 has less issues with the payload issue. I purchased one and it died before I got home, but I love the practicality of a wagon that is that sexy a Mercedes, and with that much room.May 04, 2021
by fred r
Jul 13, 2020
this will be our 6th mercedes. why would we drive anything other than a mercedes.Jul 13, 2020
by Lee H
Mar 14, 2020
If you are looking for a comfortable vehicle with 6 of 7 passenger seating and the option for massive cargo space with the back 2 rows of seats down this is a great choice. I have owned the 2006 model and currently have the 2011 diesel model, my son now has the 2006 model with over 202,000 miles on it and going strong. the 2006 did not have a backup camera which I had wished it did, but the 2011 does and it is a great help. The R series is a mix of wagon, SUV and crossover. As with any vehicle you need to maintain it and it will give you many miles of service.Mar 14, 2020
by JANA T
Mar 10, 2020
Versatile, roomy, luxurious. Very comfortable ride. Great for long drivesMar 10, 2020
by Anonymous
Mar 02, 2020
This car is a mess there has been an accident thats not been reported Mar 02, 2020
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2009 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Pricing
Original MSRP
$47,650 to $49,150Price range
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Air Conditioning
Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Automatic climate control rear air conditioning · Single rear air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · IPod auxiliary audio input · Hard Drive: 40GB · 6 disc in-dash CD · Premium Brand: Harman-Kardon · AM/FM radio · Rear audio: rear volume control · Satellite Radio: Sirius ready · Surround audio: 5.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 8
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Center console trim: wood · Dash trim: wood · Door trim: wood · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: alloy
Convenience Features
Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Cargo cover: retractable · Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: passenger seat · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 4 · Parking sensors: front and rear · Power outlet(s): 115V · Reading lights: rear · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: paddle shifter · Storage: cargo tie-down anchors and hooks · Sunshade: side window · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
4WD Type: full time
Exterior Features
Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2 · Number of third row headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Video monitor location: dual rear · Video system: DVD player
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: auto delay off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power
Rear Seats
Type: captains chairs
Roof
Moonroof: tilt/slide · Sunroof: panoramic
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Camera system: rearview
Seatbelts
Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front and rear
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Heated: front seats · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: one-piece · Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining · Third row seat folding: split · Upholstery: leatherette
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Suspension
Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Leveling: self leveling suspension · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Telematics
Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Third Row Seat
Type: 50-50 split bench
Tires
Type: all season
Windows
Front wipers: speed sensitive · Power windows: remote operation · Rear wiper: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Automatic climate control rear air conditioning · Single rear air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Rear side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · IPod auxiliary audio input · Hard Drive: 4GB · In-Dash CD: DVD · Premium Brand: Harman-Kardon · AM/FM radio · Rear audio: rear volume control · Satellite Radio: Sirius ready · Surround audio: 5.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 8
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Center console trim: alloy · Dash trim: wood · Door trim: wood · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: alloy
Convenience Features
Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Cargo cover: retractable · Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front, rear and third row · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 4 · Parking sensors: front and rear · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Reading lights: rear · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: paddle shifter · Storage: cargo net · Sunshade: side window · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
4WD Type: full time
Exterior Features
Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2 · Number of third row headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Video monitor location: dual rear · Video system: auxiliary audio/video input
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: coolant temperature warning
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: auto delay off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power
Rear Seats
Type: captains chairs
Roof
Moonroof: power glass · Sunroof: panoramic
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Camera system: rearview
Seatbelts
Seatbelt force limiters: front and rear · Seatbelt pretensioners: front, rear and third row
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Heated: front seats · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: one-piece · Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining · Third row seat folding: split · Upholstery: leatherette
Suspension
Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Leveling: self leveling suspension · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Third Row Seat
Type: 50-50 split bench
Tires
Type: all season
Windows
Front wipers: rain sensing · Power windows: remote operation · Rear wiper: intermittent · Solar-tinted glass: front