Used 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class R500 4dr Wagon AWD (5.0L 8cyl 7A) Consumer Reviews
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No Buyer's Remorse
Richard Poe, 08/11/2007
Mercedes-Benz R-Class R500 4dr Wagon AWD (5.0L 8cyl 7A)
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I drove a Suburban (or some version of it) for 15 years, and was ready for a smaller, more driver friendly car. This is it. The V8 is great, mileage a surprising 19/22, and I love the handling and responsiveness compared to the suburban. It's so aerodynamic, I can't feel a gust when I meet an 18 wheeler. While storage is not what I was used to (how could it be?) it is still very good. This car had 7000 miles (put in service 1/07). It was CPO and I bought 1 extra year ($1595), gave me 5 1/2 yr, 100,000 warranty. Paid less for it than my last Denali XL, and feel I got a lot more car. It is sure more fun to drive.
The doc's car
Dr. Fraccaro, 10/13/2005
Mercedes-Benz R-Class R500 4dr Wagon AWD (5.0L 8cyl 7A)
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I believe that this vehicle is a serious machine. Since I previously owned an SL 55 AMG, I was lloking for a change. I sold my SL for a good price, since it did cost me an arm in a leg, and I downgraded to this car. I cannot even tell the difference. The SL was not worth $150,000 but the R 500 was worth every penny. Who knows, the AMG may also be that much better also
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6k miles later and we still like it lots
Rod, 08/22/2006
Mercedes-Benz R-Class R500 4dr Wagon AWD (5.0L 8cyl 7A)
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After 6k miles and hauling around kids and Home Depot runs, groceries, it still is a pleasure to drive around. Heard reliabilty issues but ours must have been built on Wednesday because so far it's been hassle free. The comfort level is Big Benz all the way. Lots of power, great sound system, easy to get in and out of. We're glad we got it.
Upgrade to 5.0 litre
Dan, 03/16/2006
Mercedes-Benz R-Class R500 4dr Wagon AWD (5.0L 8cyl 7A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Drove both versions before deciding on the 5.0 liter. The 3.5 was sluggish, and lacked responsiveness when it was called upon for sudden acceleration. Not as prominent in larger engine. Some body roll on corners, but not too bad. Steering isn't that responsive. Comfortable ride, reliable car. Shifting is smooth unless car is called upon to accelerate (as noted above). Gear shifter is unique (one day, someone will put this car into reverse by accident thinking that they're putting it into park). A pleasure to ride in, better than a standard SUV. Quiet ride. Controls all in good spots. Good in snow.
First 1000 Miles ( True Highway Cruiser)
Happy Owner, 06/27/2006
Mercedes-Benz R-Class R500 4dr Wagon AWD (5.0L 8cyl 7A)
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We just completed our first road trip in our new Mercedes R500. Our experience with the vehicle has been outstanding. We traded in a 2004 Acura MDX because we needed more rear seat space and the R500 clearly delivers. It motors the six of us comfortably and safely. We actually went to the dealership to look at the new GL 450 but were impressed with the size and quality of the R500. Our R500 drives and handles solidly and is good in town and on the highway. Since picking up our R500 we have averaged 17.1 mpg in combined driving and got just over 20 mpg on the highway in Sport Mode. We have only seen one other Mercedes R- Class on the road since purchasing ours almost two weeks ago.