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Mercedes officials on hand at the closed-door preview declined to discuss the GLK's technical details. Since then, we've learned that the GLK is based on a C-Class chassis modified to furnish more ground clearance. The GLK won't be equipped for serious off-roading.
At first, the sole engine in America will be a 268-horsepower 3.5-liter V6. Mercedes is almost sure to also offer a diesel-powered model in the U.S., but probably not at launch. "Why wouldn't we offer diesel if we have a diesel and people want diesel?" said Hellwig.
The disguised version shown to journalists had 20-inch-diameter alloy wheels and running boards integrated into the lower body sides. Its license plate read "GLK Class."
At first, the sole engine in America will be a 268-horsepower 3.5-liter V6. Mercedes is almost sure to also offer a diesel-powered model in the U.S., but probably not at launch. "Why wouldn't we offer diesel if we have a diesel and people want diesel?" said Hellwig.
The disguised version shown to journalists had 20-inch-diameter alloy wheels and running boards integrated into the lower body sides. Its license plate read "GLK Class."
Noting the lead time required to bring a vehicle to market, Hellwig said the styling of the production GLK was in near-final form under the black paper and tape. "We're pretty much where we want to be," he said.
Since we were shown the prototype, Mercedes released photos of the Vision GLK FREESIDE, a concept that was displayed at the 2008 Detroit auto show Mercedes said this study vehicle was close to series production.
The Vision GLK FREESIDE featured a 2.2-liter 4-cylinder diesel engine, that Mercedes says is good for about 170 horsepower. The engine is equipped with the BLUETEC emission control system, and it is claimed the engine should not have trouble meeting strict U.S. emissions standards. At this time though, it is unclear if this 4-cylinder diesel will be offered in the U.S.
Mercedes finally displayed the production GLK in April 2008 at the Bejing auto show. The U.S.-market version is the GLK350, and it is available with rear-wheel drive or 4Matic all-wheel drive. Both models are shod with standard 19-inch wheels and tires, but 20-inch rolling stock is included in an optional appearance package.
Mercedes-Benz introduced the production version to the American media in December 2008. Consumer Guide has driven the 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK350 4Matic, please click here for our review
Optional equipment includes a panoramic sunroof and a hard-drive-equipped navigation system with a backup camera and the company's COMAND multimedia interface system. An upgraded full-leather interior is also available.
A Notable Feature of the 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLKTwo things stood out about the GLK prototype's interior: The seats, done in cream-colored leather, had dark piping defining the seams. And on the center console was a single knob that functions as a multi-control interface in the manner of the system on the 2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class premium compact car
Since we were shown the prototype, Mercedes released photos of the Vision GLK FREESIDE, a concept that was displayed at the 2008 Detroit auto show Mercedes said this study vehicle was close to series production.
The Vision GLK FREESIDE featured a 2.2-liter 4-cylinder diesel engine, that Mercedes says is good for about 170 horsepower. The engine is equipped with the BLUETEC emission control system, and it is claimed the engine should not have trouble meeting strict U.S. emissions standards. At this time though, it is unclear if this 4-cylinder diesel will be offered in the U.S.
Mercedes finally displayed the production GLK in April 2008 at the Bejing auto show. The U.S.-market version is the GLK350, and it is available with rear-wheel drive or 4Matic all-wheel drive. Both models are shod with standard 19-inch wheels and tires, but 20-inch rolling stock is included in an optional appearance package.
Mercedes-Benz introduced the production version to the American media in December 2008. Consumer Guide has driven the 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK350 4Matic, please click here for our review
Optional equipment includes a panoramic sunroof and a hard-drive-equipped navigation system with a backup camera and the company's COMAND multimedia interface system. An upgraded full-leather interior is also available.
A Notable Feature of the 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLKTwo things stood out about the GLK prototype's interior: The seats, done in cream-colored leather, had dark piping defining the seams. And on the center console was a single knob that functions as a multi-control interface in the manner of the system on the 2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class premium compact car
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