Mercedes-Benz R-Class Mercedes-Benz R-Class 2008

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Mercedes-Benz R-Class Specs at TrueDelta: Powertrains and tires by trim level (2008)

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

2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Specs - Exterior and Interior Dimensions

Body 4dr SUV
Wheelbase 126.6 in
Length 203.0 in
Width 75.7 in
Height 65.4 in
Curb Weight 4629 lb.
Fuel Capacity 25.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 60.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 39.8 in
Headroom, Row 2 40.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 59.6 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.2 in
Headroom, Row 3 37.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 52.8 in
Legroom, Row 3 32.4 in
Total Legroom 108.4 in (over 3 rows)
Cargo Volume, Minimum 15.3 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 42.2 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 85.0 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
 

2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class 4-door SUV Specs - Powertrains and Tire Sizes

Trim R350 / R320
Standard Engine 3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
268 hp@6000
258 lb-ft@2400
Optional Engine(s)turbocharged
3.0L V6 Diesel
DOHC-4v
215 hp@3800
398 lb-ft@1400
Standard Transmission7-speed manually-shiftable automatic
Standard DrivetrainRWD
Optional Drivetrain(s)AWD
Standard Tires255/55HR18 tires
Optional Tires255/50HR19 tires
 265/45HR20 tires

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Powertrain of the 2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class

2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Powertrain: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUV 302-horsepower 5.0L V8
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
I like the 7-speed transmission. It shifts smoothly and quickly. It accelerates surprisingly quickly. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
2007 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
feeling a bit heavy on the R350. But shifts smooth...good for speeding but better for slowing and moderate driving. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
 

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2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class MSRP and Invoice Prices

Body Trim Base Price Invoice Destination
4dr SUV R350 / R320 42,100 39,153 875

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