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Mercedes-Benz R-Class
2012 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
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$52,690
Starting Price (MSRP)
N/A
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Volvo XC90
2024 Volvo XC90
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$56,000
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.9
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Overview

Engine
3.5L V6 Gas
Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
7-Speed Automatic
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 16 MPG
Hwy: 21 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 22 MPG
Hwy: 28 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
21.1 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
18.8 gallons
Seating Capacity
6 seater
Seating Capacity
7 seater

Photos

Mercedes-Benz R-Class
2011-2012 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Rear Angle View
2011-2012 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Dashboard
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2023-2024 Volvo XC90 Top View
2023-2024 Volvo XC90 Central Console
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
3.5L V6 Gas
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
302 hp @ 6500 rpm
247 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque
273 lb-ft @ 6500 rpm
258 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm
Transmission
7-Speed Automatic
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
All-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
5,622 lbs
4,589 lbs
Maximum Towing Capacity
N/A
5,000 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
18 MPG
25 MPG
City
16 MPG
22 MPG
Highway
21 MPG
28 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
10.2 Tons/yr
7.1 (2023) Tons/yr
EPA rating
3
N/A

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
21.1 gallons
18.8 gallons
Cruising Range City
337.6 miles
413.6 miles
Cruising Range Highway
443.1 miles
526.4 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
203.1 in
195 in
Height
65.4 in
69.9 in
Max Width
85.4 in
79.1 in
Front Width
65.5 in
65.6 in
Rear Width
65 in
65.6 in
Wheelbase
126.6 in
117.5 in
Ground Clearance
5.8 in
N/A

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
6 seater
7 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
39.8 in
40.9 in
Front Seat Headroom
39.8 in
38.9 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
60.3 in
57.7 in
Front Seat Hip Room
N/A
56 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
36.2 in
37 in
Rear Seat Headroom
40.4 in
38.5 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
59.6 in
56.6 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
N/A
56.5 in
Third Row Leg Room
32.4 in
31.9 in
Third Row Headroom
37.2 in
36.3 in
Third Row Shoulder Room
52.8 in
46.9 in
Third Row Hip Room
N/A
44.9 in

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume to Seat 1
85 ft³
65.5 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
42.2 ft³
35.6 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
15.2 ft³
12.6 ft³

Cargo Box Dimensions

Box Width (Wheelhousings)
44.5 in
44.5 in
Box Height (Area)
N/A
35 in

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Pwr Rack-&-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
41 ft
39.7 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
19" x 8.0"
19" x 8"
Rear Wheel Size
19" x 8.0"
19" x 8"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Independent
Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P255/50R19
P235/55HR19
Rear Tire
P255/50R19
P235/55HR19
Spare Tire
P195/75R18
Compact

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

N/A
  • Bright Dusk Metallic
  • Crystal White Metallic
  • Denim Blue Metallic
  • Onyx Black Metallic
  • Platinum Grey Metallic
  • Silver Dawn Metallic
  • Vapour Grey Metallic

Standard Interior Materials

  • Almond Beige, MB-Tex seat trim
  • Ash, MB-Tex seat trim
  • Black, MB-Tex seat trim
  • Blond, Leatherette Upholstery w/Blond Interior
  • Charcoal, Leatherette Upholstery

Optional Interior Materials

  • Almond Beige, Leather seat trim
  • Almond Beige/Black, Leather seat trim
  • Ash, Leather seat trim
  • Ash/Black, Leather seat trim
  • Black, Leather seat trim
N/A

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Standard
Not Available
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Hard Disk Drive Media Storage
Standard
Not Available
Premium Sound System
Optional
Not Available
Satellite Radio
Standard
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Optional
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Not Available
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
Entertainment System
Optional
Not Available
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Seats
Optional
Not Available
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Standard
Premium Synthetic Seats
Standard
Standard
Woodgrain Interior Trim
Standard
Not Available
Sun/Moonroof
Standard
Standard

Comfort

Navigation System
Standard
Standard
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Liftgate
Optional
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Climate Control
Standard
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Heated Front Seat(s)
Optional
Standard
Heated Rear Seat(s)
Not Available
Optional
Heated Steering Wheel
Optional
Optional
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Standard
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Standard
Standard
Power Passenger Seat
Standard
Standard
Remote Engine Start
Not Available
Standard
Remote Trunk Release
Optional
Standard
Seat Memory
Optional
Standard
Universal Garage Door Opener
Standard
Standard
Rear A/C
Optional
Standard
Keyless Start
Optional
Standard
Telematics
Optional
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Optional
Standard
Rear Parking Aid
Optional
Standard
Blind Spot Monitor
Optional
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist
Not Available
Standard
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Not Available
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Side Air Bag
Standard
Not Available

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Corrosion
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
12 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
Unlimited Years / Unlimited Miles
4 Years / Unlimited Miles
Hybrid/Electric Components
N/A
8 Years / 100,000 Miles
Maintenance
N/A
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
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