Now a days major car manufacturers are following a unique trend where the not-so-ambitious cars are launched silently without much of media attention. One of the latest examples is Mercedes-Benz who silently launched its popular crossover / multi utility vehicle Mercedes R Class in Mumbai on 8th August 2012. It is the first ever crossover from the brand and has finally arrived in the Indian automobile market.
Evidently the festive season of Diwali is about to arrive, and therefore it is the best time to introduce new products. Talking about the R-Class now, undoubtedly it is one of its kind and looks practical and premium at the same time. The design is typically German with plenty of Mercedes character in it. The station wagon look is quite new for market and so is for prospective buyers. While many of you may not like the design of the car, to us it is a great car and has been ruling the European markets for years.
Mercedes R Class Official Introduction Video
Commenting on the introduction of the vehicle Mr.Debashis Mitra, Director- Sales & Marketing Mercedes-Benz India said, “The R-350CDI CDI 4MATIC is the latest addition to the successful Mercedes-Benz R-class stable. We are sure that the diesel variant of this crossover model will be an attractive proposition for our valuable customers. The car has 7G-TRONIC with 4WD transmission with a mileage of 11.25 kmpl.”
Mercedes R Class Features And Specifications
Under the hood the car equips a 3.5 litre DOHC, 24 valve, V6 engine that delivers a max power output of 200 BHP at around 6000 RPM and a healthy torque output of 350 Nm at just 2400 RPM. The sincere V6 heart is mated to a 7G Tronic automatic transmission that helps the car attain a electronically limited top speed of 230 km/h. If you aren’t impressed then this massive car can sprint from 0 – 100 km/h in just 8.3 seconds. Toward the rear the car 633 litres of boot space and carries an 80 litre fuel tank. The car will be imported as a CBU (Completely Built Unit).
Some of features of this are an aggressive front grille, light sensing headlamps, led tail lamps, daytime running lamps, twin chrome exhaust, voice control, Bluetooth connectivity, electronic cruise control, 4 way tilt-telescopic steering wheel, electrostatic dust and pollen filter, dual zone climate control, electronic analog speedometer, multifunction display, tire-pressure monitoring system etc. On the safety front the car comes with all disc brakes, ABS with EBD, BAS – Brake Assist System, advanced air suspension system, electric sunroof, 18 inch alloys, Thermotronic, Parktronic etc.
Mercedes R-Class Price
The car has been priced at Rs.58.90 Lakhs (Ex-showroom New Delhi).
Mercedes R-Class Official Pictures
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