What happened to Mercedes R-Class?

What happened to Mercedes R-Class?

Sales continued downward, and R-Class was discontinued in 2012 for the North American market and in 2013 for Europe and other markets — with exception of China where R-Class enjoyed popularity. Mercedes-Benz Metris introduced in 2014 is considered a successor to the R-Class for the North American market.

Is the Mercedes R-Class A minivan?

The R-Class: a Mercedes minivan Instead, when it debuted for the 2006 model year, the Mercedes R-Class was called a ‘Grand Sports Tourer.

What does R mean in Mercedes?

r for roadster Sometimes, its stands for Road, as it R/T (Road & Track). Depending on the Mfg, it can mean what ‘they’ want it to. In this case, it is Roadster.

When was the Mercedes R Class discontinued?

They facelifted it for the 2011 model year, which initially had a pretty positive impact on sales — but it wasn’t enough to keep it going, and Mercedes-Benz killed the R-Class in North America and in Europe after 2012.

Do they still make Mercedes R-Class?

Yes, Mercedes-Benz is making brand-new R-Class models. No, you cannot purchase one. The basic gist of this story is this: The R-Class is still in production, but only for the Chinese market.

Is the Mercedes-Benz are Class A weight problem?

We’ve even admitted it to our therapist: The Mercedes-Benz R-Class has a weight problem.

When did the Mercedes-Benz are class come out?

Evolved from Mercedes’ Grand Sports Tourer concept of 2000, the production model hasn’t changed much according to Ron Mueller, the company’s manager of luxury sport utility touring. Marketers are promoting the R-Class for its style, sophistication, luxury and spacious six-passenger capacity.

What kind of engine does Mercedes Benz R350 have?

The R350 with its V-6 engine can scamper up grades almost as assertively, issuing only a little more engine noise. Just a touch of driveline and road sound is evident, but the engine is nearly silent unless pushed hard. A nest of headrests impairs the rearward view, which is otherwise okay and helped by ample mirrors.

When did I buy my Mercedes R350 4Matic?

In 2008 I bought for my spouse an R350 4Matic. We drove it and took it on trips all the time and never gave us any trouble (except a few blown lights) and eventually put close to 40k miles on it. On June 2010 my wife was driving in the city with both our kids when an elderly lady wich had a suspended licence drove right into her