2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class: Overview

2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class 

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  • MSRP: $33,900 - $35,900
  • Invoice: $31,527 - $33,387

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Pros

  • Front-seat comfort
  • Overall refinement

Cons

  • Wind noise
  • Fuel economy

Vehicle Highlights

The 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class is the first premium compact SUV from this German manufacturer. This 4-door wagon shares its platform with the Mercedes-Benz C-Class premium compact car. A single GLK350 trim level is available with rear-wheel drive or the company's 4Matic all-wheel drive. The lone engine is a 268-hp 3.5-liter V6 that is mated to a 7-speed automatic transmission. Available safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid system, front side airbags, and curtain side airbags. GLKs wear standard 19-inch wheels and tires, and 20-inch versions are included as part of the optional appearance package. Available features include a navigation system that comes with a hard drive for storing digital music files, bi-xenon headlamps, and a panoramic sunroof. This evaluation is based on preview test drives.

COMPETITION

Consumer Guide Automotive places each vehicle into one of 18 classes based on size, price, and market position. Premium Compact SUVs are luxury SUVs that are compact in size. Most utilize a car-type chassis and are not designed for heavy-duty, off-road use. This segment is one of the industry's fastest-growing categories.

Our Best Buy in this class is the Audi Q5. Our Recommended picks are the Infiniti EX and Volvo XC60.

New or significantly redesigned models for 2010 include the Acura RDX, Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class, and Volvo XC60.

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Expert Ratings Summary (view detailed report)

Category AWD w/20-inch wheels Rating Premium Compact Sport-utility Vehicle Average Rating
Acceleration 6 6.1
Fuel Economy 4 4.8
Ride Quality 7 6
Steering/Handling/Braking 6 6.1
Quietness 7 6.3
Controls 6 6
Details 7 7.1
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front) 9 7.1
Room/Comfort (rear) 6 5.3
Cargo Room 7 7.9
Value within Class 6 6.4
Total Score: 71 69.1

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