Mercedes-Benz R-Class vs. Chevrolet Suburban
In comparing the Mercedes-Benz R-Class's and the Chevrolet Suburban's specifications and ratings, the Mercedes-Benz R-Class has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. The Chevrolet Suburban has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Mercedes-Benz R-Class's and the Chevrolet Suburban's specifications and ratings, the Mercedes-Benz R-Class is a better car than the Chevrolet Suburban.
Mercedes-Benz R-Class vs. Chevrolet Suburban Pricing
A used 2012 Mercedes-Benz R-Class ranges from $7,974 to $19,998 while a used 2012 Chevrolet Suburban is priced between $8,883 to $21,800.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Mercedes-Benz R-Class’s base engine makes 268 horsepower, and the Chevrolet Suburban base engine makes 320 horsepower. The R-Class is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 443 miles. The Suburban is rated to deliver an average of 13 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 651 miles.This gives the Mercedes-Benz R-Class the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Chevrolet Suburban the advantage in maximum range. The R-Class uses gasoline, and the Suburban uses ethanol, gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Chevrolet Suburban has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
7974 - 19998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
8883 - 21800
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.456234
Mercedes-Benz R-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Chevrolet Suburban Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.006456 / 10
Reliability:
8.819368 / 10
Retained Value:
7.2 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Mercedes-Benz R-Class Rankings
Not yet available
Chevrolet Suburban Rankings
Ranking
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25 out of / 30Available Body Styles
Wagon
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel
Mercedes-Benz R-Class Trim Levels
R 350, R 350 BlueTEC
Chevrolet Suburban Trim Levels
Fleet, Fleet 2500, LS, LS 2500, LT, LT 2500, LTZ
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
268 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 2400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
320 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
335 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.056 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
5100 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 21 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
338 / 443 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
11 / 16 / 13
Range (city/hwy):
465 / 651 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Ethanol, Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
39.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
59.6 inches
Cargo Space:
15.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
85 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
42.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
162.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
65.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
65.2 inches
Cargo Space:
45.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
137.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
42.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4949 lbs
Width:
85.4 inches
Height:
65.4 inches
Length:
203 inches
Wheelbase:
126.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5672 lbs
Width:
79.1 inches
Height:
76.8 inches
Length:
224.4 inches
Wheelbase:
130 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/50R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available