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The space provided behind the front seats is so generous that up to three
child safety seats can be installed at the same time. If only four seats are
required, the 3rd row seats can be easily folded down for more storage.
Mercedes-Benz R350 customers who prefer more seating capacity may opt for a
seventh seat located in the second row. With three passengers seated in the
middle row, this gives a total seating capacity of seven. Groups of up to six
people choose the popular 2-2-2 seating configuration, which provides each
occupant with an individual seat. The R350 comes with 8-way power adjustable
front seats with driver-side 4-way pneumatic lumbar control for driver and front
passenger as standard, while as a special order option front passengers can also
enjoy the luxury of actively ventilated and heated seats.
The R350 also
features another benefit in the form of its large, versatile 85 cu. ft. luggage
compartment. The optional electronic tailgate -- which can be operated remotely
by means of a switch or smart key -- also makes access to the cargo area easier.
This makes the R350 the most variable and spacious vehicle in the entire
Mercedes-Benz passenger car product range.
The high-class interior -
which seems even more spacious when fitted with the optional Panorama glass
sunroof - makes use of new materials and color combinations to enhance the
high-class appeal and quality of this luxury crossover. Upholstery offerings
include black, almond beige or ash in both MB-Tex or optional leather. The seats
feature a new transverse and linear piping design. The interior also features
standard burl walnut trim.
The cockpit impresses with its newly designed instrument cluster. The dials
and needles have a white background, and are even easier to read thanks to a
three-dimensional effect.
Telematics and Multimedia in the R350
The telematics of the Mercedes-Benz R350 impress with intuitive and
user-friendly operation, high-performance and great versatility. The 2011 R350
features the COMAND system as standard equipment with an in-dash 6-disc CD/DVD
changer and high-resolution 6.5-inch color display. The COMAND system also
includes a compass function, which is shown in both the instrument cluster and
the central display plus a Bluetooth interface and an Aux-in connection for
mobile audio devices are also integrated. As part of the optional Premium1
package, the COMAND system also includes a 4 GB memory for MP3 files (Music
Register), an SD memory card slot and a hard disk drive navigation system that
holds various map displays. SIRIUS real-time traffic rapidly helps guide the
driver to the desired destination. Also included in the Premium1 package is a
voice-operated control system for accessing many vehicle functions, and a
universal media interface to connect an external music memory or iPod to the
onboard electronics and the control system. Music tracks are displayed both in
the instrument cluster and the color display in the center console, and can be
conveniently accessed using the keys in the multifunction steering wheel or on
the dashboard. This system also enables charging of the audio device at the same
time.
Passengers can also enjoy full, concert-hall surround-sound with
the optional, latest-generation harman/kardon Logic7 sound system. This
high-output sound system includes a Digital Signal Processor (DSP) and Dolby
Digital 5.1. Also available is an optional rear seat entertainment system with
two large 8-inch screens, a DVD player and two wireless headsets for greater
freedom of movement, plus a remote control.
Safety Features
All R350 models have numerous standard features which help make long
journeys as well as short trips around town even safer and more relaxed. These
features include the unique anticipatory occupant protection system PRE-SAFE, a
complete restraint system with eight airbags, crash-responsive NECK-PRO front
head restraints, and a tire pressure loss warning system. New for 2011, the
optional Blind Spot Assist makes lane changes significantly safer by monitoring
the sides of the vehicle and alerting the driver with visual and audible
warnings whenever they signal a lane change with another vehicle alongside.
Safety is also enhanced by the sophisticated telematics system "mbrace", the
COMAND system with an extremely user-friendly interface, as well as the raised
seating position. This gives the driver a good view of the traffic conditions,
enabling him or her to recognize potential dangers more quickly and easily.
The Gasoline Engine in the R350
The V6 gasoline engine gives
the R350 4MATIC a high level of drive comfort together with effortless power
delivery and a moderate fuel consumption. The 3.5- liter V6 gasoline engine of
the all-wheel drive R350 4MATIC develops 268 hp and a maximum torque of 258
lb-ft, producing fuel economy figures of 14 mpg city and 19 mpg highway.
The Suspension of the R350
The R350 has a dynamically active and
comfortable suspension as standard equipment. Both model variants have steel
springs in front with self-leveling rear air suspension as standard equipment.
Also available as a special order option, the AIRMATIC system with air
suspension, the Adaptive Damping System and level adjustment improves both ride
comfort and handling dynamics.
Mercedes-Benz R350: Photo Gallery, Review (1/2) and Specifications