2010 Mercedes Benz GLK350 Review

MBWorld.org Editors · 03-23-2009, 11:15 PM

Hey guys,

Ok, we gave the comparisons a little break (I think I see one coming tomorrow); that's in the past. The future is bringing the 2010 GLK 350. It looks nice, though you may scoff at the soft exterior. You can argue it looks like a C-Class wagon on steroids and stilts. But it can also be said that it has an attractive family-oriented feel, which suits many people's needs. What do you think?

If you missed it, here's the article: http://www.mbworld.org/glk/post_7.php

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NYCGLK · 03-24-2009, 02:19 PM

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Originally Posted by MBWorld.org Editors

Hey guys,

Ok, we gave the comparisons a little break (I think I see one coming tomorrow); that's in the past. The future is bringing the 2010 GLK 350. It looks nice, though you may scoff at the soft exterior. You can argue it looks like a C-Class wagon on steroids and stilts. But it can also be said that it has an attractive family-oriented feel, which suits many people's needs. What do you think?

If you missed it, here's the article: http://www.mbworld.org/glk/post_7.php

Thanks for nothing. You guys did not even get the specs right.

Alex 3 · 05-23-2009, 05:23 PM

I think it is ugly and lacks the penache of the C series. The estate wagon is something I would like to buy but since I don't live in Azebijan, Turkmenistan, Europe, Asia, Australia I can't do that. Only the USA and Canada with large markets are not getting the wagon. What do Volvo, Subaru and even BMW with the 3 series touring know about market demand that MBUSA and MBC don't? This just what we need. Another bloody SUV!

Baby G · 05-24-2009, 03:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Alex 3

I think it is ugly and lacks the penache of the C series. The estate wagon is something I would like to buy but since I don't live in Azebijan, Turkmenistan, Europe, Asia, Australia I can't do that. Only the USA and Canada with large markets are not getting the wagon. What do Volvo, Subaru and even BMW with the 3 series touring know about market demand that MBUSA and MBC don't? This just what we need. Another bloody SUV!

You are entitled to your opinion... It just not the car, correction SUV for you Alex... if prefer a wagon, you will find choices out there eh.. At the end of the day MB is not a BMW, Audi, Subaru, or any other car manufacturer, and this SUV is something that we all like at this GLK forum. They have something which we found to be unique in our own personal choices, and love the car for what it is... Not everyone has to fall in love, like or hate it.

mr.mbenz · 05-24-2009, 04:03 AM

This can't be seriously from editors?

micropower99 · 05-24-2009, 05:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Alex 3

I think it is ugly and lacks the penache of the C series. The estate wagon is something I would like to buy but since I don't live in Azebijan, Turkmenistan, Europe, Asia, Australia I can't do that. Only the USA and Canada with large markets are not getting the wagon. What do Volvo, Subaru and even BMW with the 3 series touring know about market demand that MBUSA and MBC don't? This just what we need. Another bloody SUV!

wagons =

If you want the cargo room get an SUV. Who are you, Chevy Chase on a road trip with the Griswalds?

ivanj · 07-20-2009, 02:55 PM

There were two special models shown at the GLK introduction.

One was an offroad version (I forget the name they gave it) Are we going to get the offroad version in the USA - Europe has it - or will we be deprived again?

Has anyone taken a picture of the undercarriage of the GLK on a lift? Does it have any skidplates or other offroad protection?

ben-c · 07-20-2009, 08:04 PM

Not a thing for US and Cdn cars since we get only the sport vs offroad package vehicles, which themselves only get a poor excuse for a skidplate.

ivanj · 07-20-2009, 08:22 PM

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Originally Posted by ben-c

Not a thing for US and Cdn cars since we get only the sport vs offroad package vehicles, which themselves only get a poor excuse for a skidplate.

The insider told me the skidplates on the NA spec GLKs are plastic. I've seen them on the cars and they break off very easily - must use the same cheap clips as the door clips on the G500!

They sell what is in stock, no?

They had no info on the world spec offroad version.

Guess I'll keep the G500.

NYCGLK · 07-20-2009, 09:13 PM

are we comparing GLK to G? let's not get crazy over here.

However, offroad package is available in Europe, but I'm sure it's still no match to G.

GLK is faster and handles better than G, that's what it was made for.

SirOracle · 07-25-2009, 01:24 PM

The offroad enginerring package, besides the underside protection made from special plastic, offers the off-road driving (G button) program and Hill Decent control.

ivanj · 07-25-2009, 02:45 PM

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Originally Posted by NYCGLK

are we comparing GLK to G? let's not get crazy over here.

However, offroad package is available in Europe, but I'm sure it's still no match to G.

GLK is faster and handles better than G, that's what it was made for.

http://rsi-cda.mercedes-benz.com/con...0003_0001.html

ivanj · 07-25-2009, 02:46 PM

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Originally Posted by SirOracle

The offroad enginerring package, besides the underside protection made from special plastic, offers the off-road driving (G button) program and Hill Decent control.

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ben-c Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Vancity Posts: 33 Drives: 2010 GLK350 4Matic Sport	Not a thing for US and Cdn cars since we get only the sport vs offroad package vehicles, which themselves only get a poor excuse for a skidplate. __________________ 2010 GLK350 4Matic (edition 1 look-alike, Oct delivery) > Got it!

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NYCGLK MBWorld Fanatic! Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: NJ - somewhere by the Hudson River Posts: 1,030 Drives: GLK 350 Silver (PP, MM, 20's, Xenons)	are we comparing GLK to G? let's not get crazy over here. However, offroad package is available in Europe, but I'm sure it's still no match to G. GLK is faster and handles better than G, that's what it was made for. __________________

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05-23-2009, 05:23 PM	#3
Alex 3 Almost a Member! Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 29 Drives: 2003 E320	I think it is ugly and lacks the penache of the C series. The estate wagon is something I would like to buy but since I don't live in Azebijan, Turkmenistan, Europe, Asia, Australia I can't do that. Only the USA and Canada with large markets are not getting the wagon. What do Volvo, Subaru and even BMW with the 3 series touring know about market demand that MBUSA and MBC don't? This just what we need. Another bloody SUV!

07-20-2009, 02:55 PM	#7
ivanj Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 133 Drives: CL55, G500, NSX	There were two special models shown at the GLK introduction. One was an offroad version (I forget the name they gave it) Are we going to get the offroad version in the USA - Europe has it - or will we be deprived again? Has anyone taken a picture of the undercarriage of the GLK on a lift? Does it have any skidplates or other offroad protection?

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SirOracle Newbie Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 20 Drives: Mercedes A-Class (W169)	The offroad enginerring package, besides the underside protection made from special plastic, offers the off-road driving (G button) program and Hill Decent control.

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