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Mercedes-Benz R-Class

W251 facelift

The facelifted W251 R-Class updated the original model with revised styling and continued the same overall luxury crossover/MPV concept. In the U.S., this phase was sold from the 2011 model year through 2013, with the R350 4MATIC remaining the core offering. This was the final phase of the R-Class before the nameplate ended.

2011–2013 W251 facelift U.S. market
Production 2011–2013
Body code W251
Body styles Luxury crossover, MPV
Modifications 3
Modification Engine Power Transmission Drive Years  
r 350 4matic
2011–2012
Gasoline · 3.5 L · 302 hp 7-speed automatic All-wheel drive 302 2011–2012 View details
r 350 bluetec 4matic
2011–2012
Diesel · 3.0 L · 210 hp 7-speed automatic All-wheel drive 210 2011–2012 View details
r 500 4matic
2011–2012
Gasoline · 5.5 L · 382 hp 7-speed automatic All-wheel drive 382 2011–2012 View details