Mitaka

pros and cons. any input appreciated

MarkItZero

The Q7's biggest selling advantage is how it drives... have you had a chance to test drive one?

arkbbq

Unless one needs a hearse, I don't understand the interest in the R. Can you clarify?

joseaudi

The R class drives like a sedan too. I wouldn't knock it

Mitaka

the mercedes is more advanced design and sits on the road better than the Q7. I also had bad bad experience with both my 1.8T and my A8.

Mitaka

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jCu1SWgqU0w

GT17V

Right now, I'd get the R320 because of the CDI engine. Do you care about going offroad? And.. have you checked both for 3rd row comfort?

If the 3rd row is not a priority, you may want to consider an ML320 CDI.

Stinky999

The R class would seem to represent an upscale Chrysler Pacifica or Ford Freestyle. Basically a more stylish minivan. We took a breif look at the MB M and GL classes before we got the Q7. The Q offers much of what the GL offers at a price comparable to the M. Tow rating was important, so the R wasn't an option. Naturally I'm bias, but I think the Q offers the best value. And Mercedes has a very poor quality rating. I think only Land Rover is worse.

CarGuy2

it does look like a Pacifica and a Hearse - and they've been around awhile - JMO. My brother left MB after driving them for 25 years for an A8L - said he he won't go back to MB - just another view -