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Mercedes-Benz R-Class

2005 – 2017 · GERMANY

The Mercedes-Benz R-Class was introduced in 2005 as a mid-size luxury Multi-Purpose Vehicle (MPV), following the success of the A- and B-Class MPVs. Initially revealed as concept vehicles - Vision GST and Vision R - at the Detroit Auto Show in 2002 and 2004, respectively, the production model made its debut at the 2005 New York International Auto Show. The R-Class was initially manufactured in Vance, Alabama, before production was relocated to Mishawaka, Indiana in 2015 to cater to reduced demand, ultimately ending in 2017. Built on a shared platform with the M-Class and GL-Class, the R-Class (W251) was offered in two wheelbase options: a standard