Mercedes-Benz R-Class weight

Mercedes-Benz R-Class curb weight affects the fuel efficiency, handling, and overall driving experience. A heavier R-Class may have a more stable ride and handle better in adverse weather conditions, but it may also require more fuel and have slower acceleration.

On the other hand, a lighter Mercedes-Benz R-Class may boast of better MPG and quicker acceleration, though it may also have reduced stability and less control on the road.

The lightest Mercedes-Benz R-Class was produced in 2008 with a weight of 99 lbs. And the heaviest model came off the production line in 2012 with 5226 lbs pounds in curb weight.

Explore the data below and compare how other Mercedes-Benz R-Class body mass parameters like gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) and payload capacity changed between the generations.

  • 2012 Mercedes-Benz R-Class

    • Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) –  6305 - 6382 lbs
    • Curb weight –  4960 - 5226 lbs
    • Payload –  1588 - 1635 lbs
    • Maximum towing capacity –  3500 lbs
    • Fuel tank –  21.1 gal
  • 2011 Mercedes-Benz R-Class

    • Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) –  6305 - 6382 lbs
    • Curb weight –  4949 - 5203 lbs
    • Payload –  1588 - 1635 lbs
    • Maximum towing capacity –  3500 lbs
    • Fuel tank –  21.1 gal
  • 2010 Mercedes-Benz R-Class

    • Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) –  6305 - 6385 lbs
    • Curb weight –  4949 - 5203 lbs
    • Maximum towing capacity –  3500 lbs
    • Fuel tank –  21.1 gal
  • 2009 Mercedes-Benz R-Class

    • Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) –  6305 - 6385 lbs
    • Curb weight –  4940 - 5092 lbs
    • Payload –  1588 lbs
    • Maximum towing capacity –  3500 lbs
    • Fuel tank –  21.1 gal
  • 2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class

    • Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) –  6195 - 6382 lbs
    • Curb weight –  99 - 5092 lbs
    • Fuel tank –  21.1 gal
  • 2007 Mercedes-Benz R-Class

    • Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) –  6305 - 6385 lbs
    • Curb weight –  4829 - 5062 lbs
    • Payload –  1588 - 1635 lbs
    • Fuel tank –  21.3 gal
  • 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class

    • Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) –  6305 - 6382 lbs
    • Curb weight –  4829 - 4917 lbs
    • Payload –  1620 - 1635 lbs
    • Fuel tank –  21.3 gal


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