The 2013 Mercedes-Benz R-Class, the latest model year on record, is 203.1″ long, 75.6″ wide and 66.1″ tall on a 126.8″ wheelbase, and weighs 5,126 lb. At 16.9 ft it fits a standard garage and leaves 1.1 ft spare in an 18-foot street space.
Every Mercedes-Benz R-Class generation, measured
| Generation | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008–2013 | 203.5″ | 75.6″ | 65.4″ | 126.8″ | 5,170 lb |
R-Class year by year
| Model year | Length | Width | Wheelbase | Curb weight | Body styles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 203.1″ | 75.6″ | 126.8″ | 2 | |
| 2012 | 203.1″ | 75.6″ | 126.8″ | 2 | |
| 2011 | 203.1″ | 75.6″ | 126.8″ | 2 | |
| 2010 | 203.5″ | 75.6″ | 126.8″ | 2 | |
| 2009 | 203.5″ | 75.6″ | 126.8″ | 4 | |
| 2008 | 203.5″ | 75.6″ | 126.8″ | 4 |
R-Class on the used market
In 98 R-Class listings we have collected since June 2026, the 2008–2013 car is the most common: 64 of them (65%), at an average asking price of $5,778.
| Generation | Listings | Share | Average asking price | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008–2013 | 64 | 65% | $5,778 | 149,659 mi |
| Other years | 34 | 35% | $7,395 | 116,362 mi |
Will a R-Class fit
| Space | Typical size | This car | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single garage | 20 ft deep | 16.9 ft | Fits, with room to open the door |
| Street parking space | 18 ft | 16.9 ft | Fits comfortably |
| Standard parking bay width | 8.5 ft wide | 6.3 ft | Room to open doors both sides |
Against cars of the same length
Among the 603 cars within 10″ of its length, the R-Class is heavier than 82% and has a longer wheelbase than 93%.
| Measure | This car | Typical of 603 cars within 10″ of its length | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Width | 75.6″ | 75.2″ | +0.4″ |
| Wheelbase | 126.8″ | 117.3″ | +9.5″ |
| Curb weight | 5,126 lb | 4,350 lb | +776 lb |
R-Class against its rivals
Next to the Ford Crown Victoria, Cadillac STS and Cadillac DTS, the R-Class is the heaviest of the four.
| Model | Model year | Length | Width | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz R-Class (this car) | 2013 | 203.1″ | 75.6″ | 5,126 lb |
| Ford Crown Victoria | 2011 | 211.8″ | 78.3″ | 4,189 lb |
| Cadillac STS | 2011 | 196.5″ | 72.4″ | 4,050 lb |
| Cadillac DTS | 2011 | 207.5″ | 74.8″ | 4,008 lb |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2013 R-Class bigger than the 2012?
About the same length: the 2013 model is the same length and 91 lb heavier.
Which is bigger, the R-Class or the Ford Crown Victoria?
The 2011 Ford Crown Victoria is 8.7″ longer and 937 lb lighter than the 2013 R-Class.
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