far2000

1st Place: Mercedes-Benz R500
Mercedes throws definitions out the window and builds the right vehicle for those with a fat income. It's a daring experiment that results in a premium vehicle that could change the way people examine their needs.

2nd Place: Volvo XC90 V8
Sticking to the program, Volvo has done a terrific job of making a seven-passenger SUV work in more ways than many others have thus far. If you go off-road, your family can do so safely and in comfort. The XC90 also offers the best value message among this trio.

3rd Place: Cadillac SRX V8 AWD
Cadillac takes the wagon theme to new heights of premium performance but comes up short for seven passengers. Skip the third-row option

The R Class aCTually wins a shootout ....
I am verrry Surprised..!!Prob the 1st test its won ...

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cawimmer430

I think most people immediately assume the R-Class is a bad car because of the contraversial styling.

I remember I thought along those lines. The question kept arising in me as to why Mercedes would build this thing? Then, I was able to sample the R-Class for a testdrive and I came away impressed, but not won over.

One thing is clear. If you have a big family and like to travel, this really is a very appealing car. It's got safety, interior space, 4Matic and it is comfortable too. Sure, the styling doesn't appeal to everyone, but I know a guy who bought an R280 CDI 4Matic because of the qualities of the car - not the style. He said the car was perfect for him and his family and he regularly uses it to drive down to Italy or Southern France.

Personally, I'd rather have a GL320 CDI or an ML320 CDI or even an E320 CDI T-Modell, but I do see the appeal of the R-Class.

far2000

Mercedes Should have kept with the original Vision front styling..!!!!!
It might be a good car inside, but who would buy an ugly looking car no matter how versatile it is...IMHO.....