2010 Mercedes R-Klasse Unveiled at NYIAS 2010

Taking center stage at Mercedes’ booth at the 2010 NYIAS event is the world premiere of the new-generation R-Klasse, featuring a number of extensive updates including a completely redesigned front end and with a new "diamond white" paint finish.

The front section has therefore been made wider and features a horizontally structured bonnet, while the vehicle's wings, radiator grille and surround, headlamps and bumpers with chrome underguard have all been completely redesigned. Additionally, a chrome insert with integrated LED daytime driving lights in conjunction with bi-xenon headlamps is also available.

Wheels are available in 5-spoke, 5-twin spoke or 10-spoke designs, and in sizes ranging from 43.2 to 53.3 centimetres (17 to 21 inches).

Inside, the new generation R-Klasse makes use of new materials and color combinations, including the upholstery combination of "Aspen" fabric and breathable, soft-touch ARTICO man-made leather. Single-tone nappa leather appointments are available as standard in conjunction with the AMG Interior Sports package.

The two-tone interior is also available and includes base color almond beige that can be combined with the contrasting color mocha brown, and the base color alpaca grey combined with contrasting dark basalt grey. Both color combinations are used on the dashboard, steering wheel, centre console, seats, door linings and floor coverings.

All new R-Klasse models boast numerous features as standard, such as anticipatory occupant protection system PRE-SAFE, crash-active NECK-PRO head restraints, telematics systems, THERMATIC automatic climate control system, a tire pressure loss warning system and adaptive brake lights.

Additionally, options include a THERMOTRONIC system, DISTRONIC proximity control, AIRMATIC air suspension with ADS, Blind Spot Assist, LINGUATRONIC, Rear Seat Entertainment System and seat heating.

The new generation R-Klase model will come in a total of 9 base versions, in standard or long wheelbases, 4MATIC rear or permanent all-wheel drive, or with BlueTEC or BlueEFFICIENCY technology. Details can be found in the table below (figures in brackets apply to long wheelbase variants):

Model	Cyl.	cc	kW/hp rpm	Nm from rpm	0 - 100 km/h s	Top speed (km/h)	l/100 km NEDC combined	CO2 g/km
R 300 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY	V6	2987	140/190 3800	440 1400	9.5	215	7.6 - 7.8	199 - 206
R 350 CDI 4MATIC	V6	2987	195/265 3800	620 1600	7.6 (7.7)	235	8.5 (8.5)	223
R 350 BlueTEC 4MATIC	V6	2987	155/211 3400	540 1600	8.9	220	8.4 - 8.5	222 - 223
R 300	V6	2996	170/231 6000	300 2500	9.6 (9.7)	222	11.1 - 11.3 (11.1 - 11.4)	260 - 265 (260-267)
R 350 4MATIC	V6	3498	200/272 6000	350 2400	8.3 (8.4)	230	11.6 - 11.9 (11.7 - 11.9)	271 - 279 (274-279)
R 500 4MATIC	V8	5461	285/388 6000	530 2800	6.3	250	13.2 - 13.4	306 - 311