How many seats does the Mercedes-Benz R-Class have?

Seven, in a 2-3-2 configuration, per Mercedes-Benz Australia's specification sheet for the R 350 CDI.

What engine is in the R 350 CDI?

A turbocharged 2,987cc V6 diesel producing 195kW and 620Nm, through a 7G-TRONIC 7-speed automatic and permanent 4MATIC all-wheel drive.

Is the Mercedes-Benz R-Class still sold in Australia?

No, the R-Class was withdrawn from the Australian range not long after this specification sheet was issued.

Mercedes-Benz R-Class, Price, Specs & Review

Everything on the Mercedes-Benz R-Class — for used buyers and research. 2 variants. Side-by-side specs, ANCAP safety, fuel economy, towing capacity, warranty and running costs. Specifications are sourced from Mercedes-Benz's original Australian brochures for this generation; new-car pricing is no longer shown as it is no longer sold new.

Data checked: specs 12 Aug 2026

Discontinued. The Mercedes-Benz R-Class generations listed on this page are no longer sold new in Australia. Specifications are kept for reference and used-buyer research; pricing is no longer shown as it is not a current new-car offer.

Every Mercedes-Benz R-Class variant in Australia, compared

2 variants of the Mercedes-Benz R-Class are on sale in Australia. Tap to compare them side-by-side, then tap any variant for its full specs.

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VariantRRPPower / TorqueFuel / RangeDriveSeats

R 350 CDI SWB2012Discontinued195kW / 620Nm8.5L/100kmAWD7

Power: 195kW
Torque: 620Nm
Fuel use: 8.5L/100km
Gearbox: 7G-TRONIC 7-speed automatic
Drive: AWD
Seats: 7

The 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 350 CDI (Short Wheel Base) is a seven-seat luxury people mover on the W251 platform, using a 3.0-litre turbo-diesel V6 (195kW/620Nm) through a 7G-TRONIC automatic and permanent 4MATIC all-wheel drive. Mercedes-Benz Australia's specification sheet (front page dated 5 March 2012) lists 8.5L/100km combined (ADR 81/02) and 223g/km CO2, with self-levelling rear air suspension, COMAND APS with reversing camera and 20-inch alloy wheels standard across 2+3+2 seating. This model year is discontinued; the newest surviving AU R-Class document is this one.

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R 350 CDI LWB2012Discontinued195kW / 620Nm8.5L/100kmAWD7

Power: 195kW
Torque: 620Nm
Fuel use: 8.5L/100km
Gearbox: 7G-TRONIC 7-speed automatic
Drive: AWD
Seats: 7

The 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 350 CDI (Long Wheel Base) shares the SWB's 3.0-litre turbo-diesel V6 (195kW/620Nm), 7G-TRONIC automatic and 4MATIC all-wheel drive, adding AMG 21-inch alloy wheels, Blind Spot Assist, electrically adjustable and memory-equipped front seats, THERMOTRONIC multi-zone climate control and leather upholstery over the SWB. Mercedes-Benz Australia's specification sheet (front page dated 5 March 2012) lists the same 8.5L/100km combined (ADR 81/02) and 223g/km CO2. This model year is discontinued.

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