The MERCEDES-BENZ R CLASS (2006-10) R320L 5DR SPORT TOURER 3.0 CDI 224 SE AUTO7 is a spacious, premium family vehicle with SUV-like presence, but its body is closer to a people carrier than an off-roader. In Britain, it remains an alternative to MPVs and luxury SUVs, offering room and comfort. Across 250 mycarcheck.com look-ups, 101 different VINs were recorded, giving a sample of cars checked. These checks show an average private-sale value of £3,500, average recorded mileage of 131,000 miles and about 6,000 miles driven yearly. The cars averaged just over four previous keepers, so checking each example’s history matters. That combination of space, automatic ease and diesel power suits families and long-distance travellers needing a versatile car; it is less suited to tight city parking or buyers seeking low running costs. Against premium MPVs and seven-seat SUVs, the R-Class stands out for its unusual blend of comfort and practicality.