Mercedes-Benz 2008 R 350 4MATIC User Manual

R2008 R-CLASS

DESIGN VERSATILITY 9More than enough room for your busy lives.The R-Class is so accommodating that it feels like a real home away from home. With a l

SAFETY PRO-SAFE™AND PERFORM-SAFE 111No system, regardless of how advanced, can overcome the laws of physics or correct careless driving. Please alway

12 SAFETY PASSIVE-SAFE AND POST-SAFEWe keep getting safer and safer.1WARNING: The forces of a deploying air bag can cause serious or fatal injuries t

4MATIC™PERMANENT ALL-WHEEL DRIVE 15In control at all times.Consider that your car connects with the road in just four places.Mercedes-Benz has ensured

DYNAMICS ENGINES 17Power or comfort? Others say either. We say both.The R550 4MATIC™’s V-8 engine brings together all the qualities expectedof an SUV

18 DYNAMICS DIESELA diesel engine both you and Mother Naturecan appreciate.When it comes to torque, the R-Class’ standout CDI diesel engine hasplenty

20 DYNAMICS TRANSMISSIONSmoothing life’s journeys.Our 7G-TRONIC 7-speed automatic transmission has been described as a quantum leap in transmission t

22 DYNAMICS HANDLINGTransform any road condition into perfection.Expect a perfectly smooth ride every single time, thanks to the 4MATIC™permanent all

24 COLOURS AND MATERIALS PAINT, COMBINATION OPTIONSARTICO LEATHERBlackCashmere BeigeAlpaca GreyLEATHERBlackCashmere BeigeAlpaca GreyBlack/BeigeBlack/

COLOURS AND MATERIALS PAINT 25040 Black 112 Chromite Black 349 Lazurite Blue650 Calcite White 197 Obsidian Black 359 Tanzanite Blue300 Periclase Gree

COLOURS AND MATERIALS UPHOLSTERY AND TRIM 27TRIM254 Black/Beige 729 Anthracite Poplar258 Black/GreyARTICO LEATHER LEATHER141 Black 201 Black144 Cashm

Increase your enjoyment. Multiply it by seven.Welcome to your very own family luxury liner. Now seating seven, the spacious 2008 R-Class is inspired b

28 EQUIPMENT EQUIPMENT LISTINGTRANSMISSION7G-TRONIC 7-speed automatic transmission•••DIRECT SELECT gearshift with steering wheel gearshift buttons•••

EQUIPMENT EQUIPMENT LISTING 29Burl Walnut wood trim (high-gloss)•••Anthracite Poplar wood trim°°°3rdseat for second row•••2ndrow executive chairs wit

30 EQUIPMENT EQUIPMENT LISTINGR320 CDI AND R350 4MATIC™: COMAND APS with navigation. Heated rear seats. EASY-PACK power tailgate. Rear audio with sep

Add a little touch of you.Accessories are the accent on a perfectly individual vehicle. And becauseMercedes-Benz accessories are designed and manufact

32 TECHNICAL FEATURES TECHNICAL DATA1Stated rates of acceleration are based on the manufacturer’s track results and may vary depending upon model, en

MERCEDES-BENZ OWNERSHIP AND WEBSITE 331Vehicle must be accessible from main roads. Roadside Assistance may involve charges for parts, service and towi

© 2007 Mercedes-Benz Canada Inc. All illustrations and specifications contained in this brochure are based on the latest product information available

CONTENTS 3The R-ClassDESIGNExterior design 4Interior design 6 Versatility 8SAFETYPRO-SAFE™and PERFORM-SAFE 10PASSIVE-SAFE and POST-SAFE 124MATIC™14DYN

DESIGN EXTERIOR DESIGN 5Even its looks are enormously impressive.1Only available in conjunction with the Premium Package for the R320 CDI and R350 4M

1Man-made leather. Standard on the R320 CDI and R350 4MATIC.™Not available on the R550 4MATIC.™2Optional onthe R320 CDI and R350 4MATIC.™Standard on t