A facelifted Mercedes-Benz R-Class has been spied again but this time showing much more of its true colours than previously. It has a brand new front end featuring LED daytime running lights, a new front bumper, new headlights, a different bonnet and fresh side mirrors.

Changes were also made at the rear but these are minimal. However they do include a new-shape bumper, rear LED lights and new exhaust tailpipes. Overall the R-Class has now visually caught up with other latest Mercedes models. Engines will also play catch-up and probably include BlueEfficiency and BlueTec models.

The vehicle has not been the most successful Mercedes model so far with sales lagging projections. Even the advent of a seven seat option and additional entry level drivetrain options did not significantly improve circumstances. Hopefully, these dramatic changes will set the R-Class on an improved path, if only one could classify it properly.

Via Carworld