| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz R-Class | Mini Convertible | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Convertible | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 126.6 in | 97.1 in | 29.5 in |
| Length | 203.0 in | 143.1 in | 59.9 in |
| Width | 75.7 in | 66.5 in | 9.2 in |
| Height | 65.4 in | 55.5 in | 9.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 4829 lb. | 2700 lb. | 2129 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 25.1 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 11.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 38.4 in | 1.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 60.3 in | 50.9 in | 9.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 41.3 in | -1.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.4 in | 38.1 in | 2.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.6 in | 39.0 in | 20.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 27.5 in | 8.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 37.2 in | 0.0 in | 37.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 52.8 in | 0.0 in | 52.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 32.4 in | 0.0 in | 32.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 108.4 in (over 3 rows) | 68.8 in (over 2 rows) | 39.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.3 ft3 | 4.2 ft3 | 11.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.2 ft3 | 4.2 | 38 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.0 ft3 | 4.2 ft3 | 80.8 ft3 |
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
| 2008 Mini Convertible Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 2dr Convertible supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
no leg room see full Mini Convertible review |