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Mercedes-Benz R-Class (2008) vs. Mercedes-Benz R-Class (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class and 2011 Mercedes-Benz R-Class specs.

2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class and 2011 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Specifications

Model Year 2008 2011  
Model Mercedes-Benz R-Class Mercedes-Benz R-Class  
Engine turbocharged
3.0L V6 Diesel
DOHC-4v
215 hp@3800
398 lb-ft@1400		 turbocharged
3.0L V6 Diesel
DOHC-4v
210 hp@3400
400 lb-ft@1600		  
Transmission 7-speed shiftable automatic 7-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 126.6 in 126.6 in 0 in
Length 203.0 in 203.0 in 0 in
Width 75.7 in 77.1 in -1.4 in
Height 65.4 in 65.4 in 0 in
Curb Weight 4939 lb. 5203 lb. -264 lb.
Fuel Capacity 25.1 gal. 21.1 gal. 4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.8 in 39.8 in 0 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 60.3 in 60.3 in 0 in
Legroom, Row 1 39.8 in 39.8 in 0 in
Headroom, Row 2 40.4 in 40.4 in 0 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 59.6 in 59.6 in 0 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.2 in 36.2 in 0 in
Headroom, Row 3 37.2 in 37.2 in 0 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 52.8 in 52.8 in 0 in
Legroom, Row 3 32.4 in 32.4 in 0 in
Total Legroom 108.4 in (over 3 rows) 108.4 in (over 3 rows) 0 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 15.3 ft3 15.2 ft3 0.1 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 42.2 ft3 42.2 ft3 0 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 85.0 ft3 85.0 ft3 0 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class

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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