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Mercedes-Benz R-Class vs. Subaru Outback Reliability by Model Generation
Results are for year ending June 30, 2018. Only successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
| Year and Model | % of Average Repair Frequency | |
 2018 Subaru Outback |
Best
47%
Worst
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| 2015 - 2017 Subaru Outback |
Best
75%
Worst
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 2013 - 2014 Subaru Outback |
Best
89%
Worst
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 2010 - 2012 Subaru Outback |
Best
108%
Worst
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 2005 - 2009 Subaru Outback |
Best
146%
Worst
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 2000 - 2004 Subaru Outback |
Best
135%
Worst
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Reliability And Durability of the Mercedes-Benz R-Class
| Mercedes-Benz R-Class Reliability And Durability: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
First crack out of the box with a 30K mile CPO: right pass door lock failed. Had to be replaced. Was under warranty. Would have cost $600. full 2009 Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
So far, so good. Very happy with it. full 2007 Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| Mercedes-Benz R-Class Reliability And Durability: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
No major things needed to be done yet. Just oil change and service B. It has 60k miles on it now. So far so good. full 2007 Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Transmission blew up at 30k. Covered under warranty, but bill was over 9k (reimbursed). Scary. Cup holder broke. Panoramic roof replaced twice. Front and rear windows replaced due to leaking. Out of warranty now and scared. full 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 302-horsepower 5.0L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very high maintenance poor reliability. full 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Reliability And Durability of the Mercedes-Benz R-Class
| Mercedes-Benz R-Class Reliability And Durability: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
First crack out of the box with a 30K mile CPO: right pass door lock failed. Had to be replaced. Was under warranty. Would have cost $600. full 2009 Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
So far, so good. Very happy with it. full 2007 Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| Mercedes-Benz R-Class Reliability And Durability: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
No major things needed to be done yet. Just oil change and service B. It has 60k miles on it now. So far so good. full 2007 Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Transmission blew up at 30k. Covered under warranty, but bill was over 9k (reimbursed). Scary. Cup holder broke. Panoramic roof replaced twice. Front and rear windows replaced due to leaking. Out of warranty now and scared. full 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 302-horsepower 5.0L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very high maintenance poor reliability. full 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
