Used 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class R500 4dr Wagon AWD (5.0L 8cyl 7A) Consumer Reviews
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Luxury on the road
Purchased used, 06/18/2008
Mercedes-Benz R-Class R500 4dr Wagon AWD (5.0L 8cyl 7A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
We purchased a lease return vehicle, replacing a Volvo XC90. The MB is pure luxury in nature. Although the controls are more complicated, the features are second to none. Everyone remarks about the car when we're out and about. At first I thought it was overpriced, but the feel while in the car shows that it is indeed well designed and confortable. We have two 15 year old boys that are 6 feet tall, and the room in the 2nd row sold us on the vehicle. They have lots of room and don't realize they are in a car, even on long trips. Heated 2nd row seats were also a selling point as we live in a cold climate, but have only had front heated seats available before. We are very happy with it.
Absolutely Love It
Dee Peake, 08/23/2009
Mercedes-Benz R-Class R500 4dr Wagon AWD (5.0L 8cyl 7A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
After doing a great deal of research, and test driving equivalent vehicles we decided to purchase our R500. My family has quickly fallen in love with this vehicle. The leg room in the second row is unmatched by any other vehicle. I traded in a sportier Jag for the roomier family friendly vehicle. I have not regretted it for a minute, the R500 is luxurious without being pretentious. Highly recommend it. We purchased the extended warranty to just to be safe but we have not had the smallest of issues.
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Best car I ever had
caygirl, 11/23/2006
Mercedes-Benz R-Class R500 4dr Wagon AWD (5.0L 8cyl 7A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I have had the BMW X5, and 325Ci and the Porsche Cayenne, and this is the best car I have had by far. It is practical, comfortable, and well appointed. My husband has the Mercedes S class and is happy to get in and drive it with our two kids in the back and nanny or other passenger in the third row. Everyone is happy and comfy. I strongly recommend this car if you need seating for more than 4. Fast too. Caveat: Parktronic is a must!
What a nightmare
Rick Kueber, 10/16/2006
Mercedes-Benz R-Class R500 4dr Wagon AWD (5.0L 8cyl 7A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
In less than 6 months of ownership, my R500 is being towed back to the dealership for the same problems - SRS warning light. According to Mercedes this may cause the airbags to deploy randomly (nice) or not work at all. Also, the low coolant level light is on. For $70k, one would think you would get a much better car. This will definitely be my last Mercedes. Audi Q7, here I come.
This car is a nightmare
XPress, 09/05/2006
Mercedes-Benz R-Class R500 4dr Wagon AWD (5.0L 8cyl 7A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
The uniqueness of this car is what makes it attractive. The ride and drive characteristics are great. The unusual appearance gets stares & questions. After 1 year and more than 22,000 miles, I feel qualified to relate all that is not right with this car. Multiple visits to more than one dealer's service department makes this a thumbs down choice for reliable transportation. Car is in the service dept now for the 9th time and is still there after 13 days (the service manager says they need it for at least another week). The problems are recurring; i.e., transmission shifts hard, repeated warning lights (SRS, low coolant,check engine), body panels ill fitting (wind noise), door hard to close. I cannot recommend