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Mercedes-Benz M-Class (2015) vs. Mercedes-Benz R-Class (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2015 Mercedes-Benz M-Class and 2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class specs.

2015 Mercedes-Benz M-Class and 2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Specifications

Model Year 2015 2008  
Model Mercedes-Benz M-Class Mercedes-Benz R-Class  
Engine turbocharged
2.1L I4 Diesel
DOHC-4v
200 hp@3800
369 lb-ft@1600
turbocharged
3.0L V6 Diesel
DOHC-4v
215 hp@3800
398 lb-ft@1400
 
Transmission 7-speed shiftable automatic 7-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 114.8 in 126.6 in -11.8 in
Length 189.1 in 203.0 in -13.9 in
Width 75.2 in 75.7 in -0.5 in
Height 70.7 in 65.4 in 5.3 in
Curb Weight 4751 lb. 4939 lb. -188 lb.
Fuel Capacity 24.6 gal. 25.1 gal. -0.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.9 in 39.8 in -0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 58.5 in 60.3 in -1.8 in
Legroom, Row 1 40.3 in 39.8 in 0.5 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.5 in 40.4 in -1.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 58.4 in 59.6 in -1.2 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.4 in 36.2 in 2.2 in
Headroom, Row 3 0.0 in 37.2 in -37.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0.0 in 52.8 in -52.8 in
Legroom, Row 3 0.0 in 32.4 in -32.4 in
Total Legroom 78.7 in (over 2 rows) 108.4 in (over 3 rows) -29.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 36.2 ft3 15.3 ft3 20.9 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 36.2 42.2 ft3 -6
Cargo Volume, Maximum 71.0 ft3 85.0 ft3 -14 ft3

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2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Very roomie see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
2007 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
3rd row seats are big enough and comfortable enough for an adult. 2nd row seats are the best captain chairs I have ever sat in in a car. Glass roof gives additional room appearance. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
2007 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Great front view, comfortable seats. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
2007 4dr SUV 302-horsepower 5.0L V8
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
There is excellent legroom in the middle and rear seats. All four recline. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
2007 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Outstanding room in the second row- tons of leg room. Very comfortable see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Three different lumbar pumps...don't seem to be very different in what is inflated. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
 
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