Mercedes Benz GLK Class

Overview: Is the Mercedes Benz GLK Class a Good Car?

The GLK marks Mercedes’ first compact SUV, reaching the U.S. in 2010 and lasting through 2015 when the more stylish GLC replaced it. The GLK’s blockish exterior is a tribute to the Geländewagen, the granddaddy of Mercedes SUVs, and contrasts the automaker’s more flowing designs. While not cheap when new, the GLK offered buyers a more affordable way to buy a Mercedes SUV. It’s still easy to find a used Mercedes GLK 350 for sale today.

Note: Equipment, features, and trims can vary by model year. Always confirm these details when looking for used Mercedes Benz GLK Class cars for sale.

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Key Features

The Mercedes Benz GLK Class has:

• Crossover SUV (four doors and a tailgate)
• Standard V6 power or optional Diesel
• Automatic transmission
• Rear- or all-wheel drive

Trims

The GLK was offered in two trims through its six-year lifespan: the GLK 350 and the GLK 350 4MATIC (all-wheel drive). Mercedes also sold a Diesel version, the GLK 250 BlueTec 4MATIC, from 2013 to 2015.

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Comfort, Technology & Cargo

Although the GLK has many Mercedes luxury trappings, there’s no getting around its compact size. The front row is welcoming, but back seat passengers will be pressed for space. Key competitors like the BMW X3 offer more rear leg and shoulder room. Despite the GLK’s entry-level status, Mercedes offered premium technologies, like the COMAND infotainment system. However, advanced driver aids weren’t added to the options list until 2013. The GLK’s maximum cargo space of 54 cubic feet is on the small side but still provides SUV versatility.

How It Drives

When equipped with the 302-horsepower V6 (the base powerplant), the GLK offers solid acceleration and good driver confidence in most situations. This “cute ute” isn’t necessarily speedy but is quick when it needs to be. Meanwhile, the Diesel edition is more about fuel economy than performance.

Safety

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) did not publish any safety testing scores for any year of the Mercedes Benz GLK.

Reviews

Mercedes GLC SUV reviews reported to Kelley Blue Book are favorable. Owners give the GLK a rating of 4.6 (out of 5.0) and are commendable about the car’s reliability and quality, among other traits. It received a modestly lower score for value, which isn’t unusual for a luxury brand.

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FAQS

What class is Mercedes-Benz GLK?

The GLK falls into the luxury compact crossover SUV category

What is the fuel economy of the Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class GLK?

An older Mercedes GLK 350 has an EPA rating of 16 MPG in the city and 22 MPG on the highway (the Mercedes GLK 350 4Matic is estimated at 21 MPG on the open road). Fuel economy improved in the later years: 19 MPG in the city and 25 MPG on the highway (or 24 MPG on the highway with all-wheel drive). A GLK with a Diesel engine is rated for 24 MPG in the city and 33 MPG on the highway. Remember that older vehicles may not provide fuel economy that matches its original EPA estimates.

Did the GLC replace the GLK?

Yes, the GLC replaced the GLK beginning in the 2016 model year.

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