Mercedes Benz

OFFICIAL PRESS RELEASE

Stuttgart, Germany, Jun 11, 2010

2010 R-Class: model range and appointment variants*: Diverse, comfortable and fully equipped

The new R-Class enhances the merits of this vehicle category even further. In addition to the fresh exterior, the R-Class also impresses with a number of interior features in particular. These include the good use of space found in the latest MPVs and the comfort, high-class appeal and prestige of the S‑Class. At the same time, this latest generation offers the interior versatility for which its predecessor was renowned, while also boasting the robustness and all-wheel-drive properties of Mercedes-Benz SUVs.


With a total of 9 base versions, the R-Class provides the most comprehensive model range in the premium segment of luxury tourers. Together with the significantly more appealing body design, the complete range of standard equipment and the numerous individualisation options, the R-Class can be tailored specifically to meet individual requirements. If there was such a thing as a vehicle versatility test, then the R-Class would certainly be the favourite to take first place.

An overview of the models:
R 300 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY
R 350 CDI 4MATIC
R 300
R 350 4MATIC

Long-wheelbase models:
R 350 CDI 4MATIC
R 350 BlueTEC 4MATIC
R 300
R 350 4MATIC
R 500 4MATIC

* The descriptions and information in this press kit apply to the international Mercedes-Benz model range and may vary from country to country.

A full complement of equipment for the highest level of comfort and comprehensive safety

All models boast numerous features as standard which help to make travelling both on long journeys as well as on short urban trips even safer and more relaxed. The following is an extract* from the range of standard equipment:

7G-TRONIC automatic transmission with DIRECT SELECT lever on the steering column and shift paddles on the steering wheel
Airbag system: adaptive airbags and side airbags for driver and front passenger, windowbags across all three rows of seats
Adaptive brake lights warn following traffic by flashing in an emergency braking situation
Permanent 4MATIC all-wheel drive (models R 350 CDI 4MATIC, R 350 BlueTEC 4MATIC, R 350 4MATIC and R 500 4MATIC)
Heated and electrically adjustable exterior mirrors
Courtesy lights in the doors
AUX-IN connection (in glove compartment)
Brake Assist (BAS)
Stainless steel front door sill panels with "Mercedes-Benz" lettering
Power windows (4)
ESP® with tyre pressure loss warning and trailer stabilisation
Headlamp assist
Heat-insulated glass
Belt force limiters for all seats
Belt tensioners on all seats
Tail lights with LED and fibre-optic elements
ISOFIX child seat anchorage
THERMATIC automatic climate control with 2 climate zones
Heated comfort multifunction steering wheel in nappa leather
Steering column adjustable for height and reach
Crash-responsive NECK-PRO head restraints for driver and front passenger
Speed-sensitive steering (R 300 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY and R 350 BlueTEC: electrohydraulic steering)
PRE-SAFE®

Wheels and tyres:
235/65 R 17 tyres for R 350 BlueTEC 4MATIC and R 300 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY models; 10-spoke light-alloy wheels
255/55 R 18 tyres for 350 CDI 4MATIC, R 300 and R 350 4MATIC models; 10-spoke light-alloy wheels
255/55 R 19 tyres for the R 500 4MATIC model; 5-spoke light-alloy wheels
Rain sensor for the windscreen wipers
TIREFIT tyre repair set with electric compressor
Headlamps with H7 projector beam technology, daytime driving lights and front fog lamps with integrated into the bumper with chrome rings
Automatically dimming rear-view and exterior mirrors (standard on the R 500 4MATIC)
Audio 20 CD telematic system
Cruise control with SPEEDTRONIC
4ETS traction system (on all 4MATIC models)
Ambient lighting in the exterior mirrors
Central display in instrument cluster
Central locking with remote control
Brushed aluminium trim with longitudinal grain, chrome trim in "silver shadow"

Other attractive equipment options* can help to make the R-Class experience even more impressive:

AIRMATIC package, air suspension with Adaptive Damping System (ADS), vehicle level adjustment via a switch in the centre console, automatic lowering on motorways
DISTRONIC proximity control
Electrically folding left and right exterior mirrors with programmable automatic function
Electric vent window for the third row of seats
Bi-xenon headlamps (darkened) with dynamic range adjustment, headlamp cleaning system and LED daytime driving lights on a chrome insert
EASY-PACK tailgate with remote control
Electrically adjustable steering column
Self-levelling rear suspension (standard on R 500 4MATIC)
Media Interface (UCI)
Memory function for front seats, mirrors and steering wheel
Centre console for the middle row of seats
Multifunction wood/leather- trimmed steering wheel
Heated multifunction steering wheel
Actively ventilated multicontour seats for driver and front passenger
Multi-zone THERMOTRONIC

COMAND APS multimedia system:
LINGUATRONIC
Radio with twin tuner
6-disc DVD changer
DVD audio/video player
High-resolution 16.5-centimetre (6.5-inch) colour display
4 GB of storage for MP3 files (Music Register)
Memory card slot (SD cards)
Hard-disc navigation with automatic consideration of traffic congestion
Compass function
Electric panoramic sliding glass sunroof with interior electric roller sunblind, convenience closing feature, double sun screen

Wheels and tyres:
265/45 R 20 tyres, 5-twin-spoke light-alloy wheel
265/45 R 20 tyres, AMG 5-spoke high-sheen light-alloy wheels
265/40 R 21 tyres, AMG 5-spoke titanium silver light-alloy wheels
Tyre pressure monitoring system, wheel-selective with pressure sensors and antennae
Reversing camera (only in conjunction with COMAND APS)
Heated windscreen washer system
Headlamp cleaning system
Dark-tinted rear side windows and rear window
Rear sidebags
Heated rear seats
Harman Kardon® Logic7® sound system with eleven loudspeakers and surround sound
Remote control auxiliary heating
Audio 50 APS telematic system with 6-disc CD changer
Blind Spot Assist
Electrically adjustable front seats with memory function
Wood trim in "high-gloss brown eucalyptus", "high-gloss brown burr walnut", "high-gloss anthracite poplar" (standard on R 500 4MATIC) or "aluminium with dark longitudinal-grain"
KEYLESS-GO access and drive authorisation system

*extracts, in alphabetical order

Popular equipment options have been combined into attractive packages:

Exterior Chrome package
Chrome beltline trim strips, door handles in the vehicle colour with chrome insert, rub strips with chrome insert, chrome-look underguard at the front and chrome-plated tailpipe trims

Exterior Sports package
Comprising Chrome package, 50.8 cm (20-inch) 5-twin-spoke light-alloy wheels and blue-tinted glass all round

Interior Sports package
Interior Light package, front sports seats, Alcantara/ARTICO man-made leather upholstery combination with contrasting stitching and brushed stainless steel sports pedals

AMG Interior Sports package
Nappa leather AMG sports seats, fully power-adjustable at the front, AMG ergonomic sports steering wheel with shift paddles, floor mats with "AMG" lettering, sports pedals in brushed stainless steel with rubber studs, Interior Light package and Multicontour Seat package