2008 Mercedes R320 CDI RWD Wagon
24 Month – Residual 60% of MSRP – .00130 Base Rate
36 Month – Residual 50% of MSRP – .00160 Base Rate
48 Month – Residual 42% of MSRP – .00160 Base Rate
60 Month – Residual 39% of MSRP – .00330 Base Rate

2008 Mercedes R350 RWD Wagon
24 Month – Residual 56% of MSRP – .00060 Base Rate
36 Month – Residual 48% of MSRP – .00090 Base Rate
48 Month – Residual 36% of MSRP – .00090 Base Rate
60 Month – Residual 33% of MSRP – .00330 Base Rate

2008 Mercedes R350 4matic Wagon
24 Month – Residual 58% of MSRP – .00075 Base Rate
36 Month – Residual 49% of MSRP – .00105 Base Rate
48 Month – Residual 37% of MSRP – .00105 Base Rate
60 Month – Residual 34% of MSRP – .00330 Base Rate

* Residuals posted are for 15K miles/year. Add 2% to Residual for 12k mi/yr and 3% for 10k mi/yr on all terms
** Rates provided by Tarry Shebesta from Leasecompare.com

My Take: The residual value for the R-Class is rather sad. It’s a wagon after all, what can I say. One look at the Dodge Magnum sales figures and you will understand why wagons are not popular these days. This is reflected in the residual values of the R-Class. MB seems to be offering very good money factors to offset the cost of having to pay over 50% of a R-Class in 36 months. My only recommending here is not to lease the R-Class. In our times, the crossover SUV’s is where it’s at. SUV cargo space, 5+ adult seating, fuel efficient (compared to larger SUVs) and optional 4×4, even if you don’t need it. It’s like having your cake and eating it too.