Skip advert
Advertisement

Used buyer's guide: Mercedes R-Class

The R-Class MPV is a steal second-hand, but it is expensive to run

How much?

The cheapest R-Class we found was a 136,000-mile R320L CDI Sport for only £8,995, but most are more than £12,000. That will secure an R280 CDI, R320 CDI or a petrol-engined R350. In theory, an R500 is also within reach, but these cover fewer miles, so prices tend to be higher – typically starting at around £14,000. The cheapest R350 CDIs are about £24,000 and you’ll do well to find an R300 CDI at all – expect to pay at least £20,000.

Running costs

All R-Classes need to visit the garage every 12 months. In the case of diesel models, there’s a 15,500-mile limit between services, but petrol versions cut this to only 12,500 miles. Even the cheapest service is £265, so maintenance isn’t cheap – an intermediate service costs £395. It’s the fourth one you have to watch out for: there are lots of fluids and filters to renew and it will set you back £750-£900 depending on the engine. At least there are no cambelts to replace, but the brake fluid does need to be renewed every two years (at £60), while the coolant has to be replaced every 15 years, at £120.

ModelInsurance groupFuel economyCO2 emissionsAnnual road tax
R350L4624mpg271g/km£465
R500L SE4921mpg317g/km£465
R63L AMG5017mpg387g/km£465
R280 CDI SE4430mpg246g/km£465
R300 CDI4431mpg240g/km£465
R320L CDI SE4630mpg253g/km£465
R350L CDI 4730mpg253g/km£465
Skip advert
Advertisement

New & used car deals

Skoda Kodiaq

Skoda Kodiaq

RRP £38,140Avg. savings £3,406 off RRP*Used from £11,595
Volkswagen Tiguan

Volkswagen Tiguan

RRP £37,230Avg. savings £3,063 off RRP*Used from £11,795
Hyundai Tucson

Hyundai Tucson

RRP £29,820Avg. savings £4,647 off RRP*Used from £10,495
Toyota Yaris Cross

Toyota Yaris Cross

RRP £26,495Avg. savings £2,607 off RRP*Used from £16,850
* Average savings are calculated daily based on the best dealer prices on Auto Express vs manufacturer RRP
Skip advert
Advertisement

Most Popular

New Geely EX5 SUV to arrive in October, starting at £32k
Geely EX5 - front

New Geely EX5 SUV to arrive in October, starting at £32k

This new electric SUV is coming soon to the UK from Volvo and Lotus parent company, Geely
News
15 Sep 2025
Nissan Qashqai to finally go electric, but hybrid model will remain
Nissan Qashqai electric render Avarvarii - front 3/4

Nissan Qashqai to finally go electric, but hybrid model will remain

There will be an overlap of powertrains for the big-selling SUV
News
15 Sep 2025
Car Deal of the Day: Savour the Scandi cool of a Polestar 4 at only £334 a month
Polestar 4 - cornering, low shot

Car Deal of the Day: Savour the Scandi cool of a Polestar 4 at only £334 a month

Fancy something smart and sophisticated? You won’t look back with the Polestar 4. It’s our Deal of the Day for September 13
News
13 Sep 2025