Mercedes-Benz R-Class

The R-Class was a luxury MPV offered by Daimler AG in 2006 model year under the Mercedes-Benz brand. It is the first full-sized multi-purpose vehicle ever produced by Mercedes-Benz. It was first seen at the 2002 Detroit Auto Show as the Vision GST (Grand Sports Tourer) concept, and the final production vehicle was shown at the 2005 New York International Auto Show. The R-Class is built on the W251 chassis, and is assembled in Vance, Alabama. It is priced between the M-Class and the GL-Class. It was initially marketed by Mercedes-Benz as a "Sports Cruiser" and later as a "Family Tourer".

The R-Class is offered in two wheelbases, 2,980 mm (117.3 in) and 3,215 mm (126.6 in), the latter being the sole offering in the US.

Models using the BlueTec diesel engine were introduced for the 2009 model year in certain markets, with other markets getting Mercedes' BlueEFFICIENCY technology.

Powertrains

Not all engines are available in all markets.

Safety and security

The R-Class scores "Good" in the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) front crash test. But it was only given an "Acceptable" rating in the side impact crash test before 2009 models built after September 2008 because the test dummy's torso faced excessive loads. For 2009 models built after September 2008, Mercedes modified the seatbelts and interior door trim and the IIHS rated the R-class "Good" overall in side impacts allowing the R-Class to receive the Top Safety Pick award.

R350 road (South Africa)

The R350 is a Regional Route in South Africa that connects Bedford and Grahamstown.

Its north-western origin is the R63 at Bedford. From there it heads south, before bending south-east. After about 75 kilometres, it meets the eastern origin of the R400 and shortly after the southern origin of the R344. It passes through Grahamstown, ending just south at the N2.

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