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2011 Mercedes-Benz R 300 V251 (Automatic / 7 Gears) RWD [2010-2012]

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Overview

2011 Mercedes-Benz R 300 V251 (Automatic / 7 Gears) RWD [2010-2012]

The 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 300 (the 7-seat lwb version), offered on the European market (Generation V251 lwb phase-II), is the only gasoline-powered variant to offer traction only behind the RWD (2WD) during this period. This luxury Minivan / MPV uses the Daimler-Benz M272 E30 engine, a turbocharged 2996 cm3 V6 Gasoline engine, which produces 231 HP / 228 HP / 170 kW in 6000 engine rpm and a 300 Nm torque in 2500 – 5000 engine rpm. The 7-speed automatic transmission (7G-Tronic) enables a top speed of 222 km/h and a 0-100 km/h acceleration in 9.7 seconds. The combined consumption is 10.6 L/100km. The car has a length of 5157 mm, weighs 2145 kg and has a fuel tank of 80 liters.

Model:V251 R 300 lwb
Production year:2011
Transmission:Automatic 7 speed
Starting price:€51,900
Engine size:3.0 L
Max torque:300 Nm
Cylinders alignment:V 6
Charge system:Gasoline pa turbocharger
Displacement:2996 cm3
Max power:231 PS / 228 HP / 170 kW
Fuel type:Gasoline
Fuel consumption:12.8 L/100km combined
Extra-urban:9.4-11.3 L/100km
City:15.5-18.6 L/100km
Emission standard:Euro 5
Body style:Minivan / MPV
0-80 km/h:6.5 s
0-100 km/h:9.2 s
0-160 km/h:24.2 s
0-200 km/h:53.4 s
Top speed:222 km/h
Curb weight:2145 kg
Gross weight:2950 kg
Length:5157 mm
Width:1922 mm
Height:1677 mm
Fuel capacity:80 liters

Expert Assessment

Consumption
70%
Safety
70%
Performance
75%
Driveability
70%
Durability
65%
Maintenance
50%
Design
65%
Summary

The 7-seat configuration adds extra weight (45 kg more than the 5-seat version), which is slightly reflected in the 0-200 km/h acceleration. Since this vehicle is over 5 meters long and has only rear traction, the stability control system (ESP) is intrusive enough to ensure the safety of 7 passengers. The interior space is impressive, with a passenger volume of 148 cu ft, making it one of the most comfortable tools for long family trips. Attention should be paid to the folding mechanism of the third row seats, which can be blocked if not maintained.

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