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W210 Third Row Seating E320 Wagon?
In considering the R-class and ML-class as possible successors to our minivan, we revisited the W210 E320 wagon as another desirable option. Rides much better than the ML, with far better gas mileage too. More proven and much more affordable than the R. However, I would like to know how usable the third row seat is. I understand the seats are mostly designed for pre-teens, and our kids are young enough that these seats should be able to accommodate them for a few years to come, certainly through the useful life of the car.
My only concern is with the lack of rear headrests on those third row seats. I noticed that the W211 wagon has them, but I haven't found a W210 that has them. What if I were to hit something, even at a relatively slow (25 or 35 mph) speed? Wouldn't that translate to certain whiplash for the third-row occupants, since it seems their heads line up perfectly with the spaces between the second-row headrests? I will say that I like the ML320 third row because I can actually fit back there (I am 6' 1") with the second row moved forward. Definitely not a place I'd want to spend several hours, but one or two hours in a pinch (with a break hopefully) wouldn't kill me. And best of all, those seats face forward so I think they are safer in the event of an accident. Anyone else out there have a wagon with the third row? What are your thoughts? Also, any comments on the usefulness of the wagon versus say an ML320?
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