Held simultaneously with the test of the restyled G-Class SUV. So "Mercedes" are trying to show that the GLK is a worthy member of their off-road family, and not just another premium SUV. However, now there is a certain amount of cunning in this statement, because during the update, the crossover has become much closer to the asphalt.
At the time of its appearance on the market in 2009, the GLK really claimed the title of the most "off-road" crossover among its premium brethren. He had almost 20-centimeter ground clearance, permanent all-wheel drive with a traction distribution in a ratio of 45:55 percent in favor of the rear axle, as well as an optional "off-road" package with underbody protection and a special algorithm for the control electronics. Now, the base clearance has decreased by 20 millimeters - to 177 millimeters. According to engineers, to improve handling and reduce fuel consumption, but in fact - because GLK owners too rarely leave the asphalt roads.
Ground clearance situation new Mercedes-Benz GLK is generally a bit confusing. In official press materials, 177 millimeters of "base" ground clearance are valid for rear-wheel drive versions with a 2.2-liter diesel engine. At the same time, the data on the value of the clearance of all-wheel drive modifications are indicated with the already installed Offroad Engineering package, which now includes a ground clearance increased by 30 millimeters.
This is 207 millimeters for diesel versions and 210 millimeters for a car with a gasoline V6.
If you subtract 30 millimeters from these figures, which the off-road suspension adds, you get the same 177 millimeters for a diesel engine and 180 millimeters for a gasoline. new car... However, for some reason, such indicators are not indicated anywhere in the official documents of Mercedes-Benz.
By and large, all the work on the chassis in the restyled GLK boiled down to an easy upgrade of the suspensions. Due to the changed kinematics, the springs and shock absorbers were re-calibrated on all versions, but no “mechatronics” is still provided for the chassis of the Mercedes-Benz crossover: only pure mechanics and hydraulics of self-adjusting shock absorbers that change their stiffness only by changing the cross-section of the bypass valve in stock.
The line of motors has been updated slightly. The petrol 3.5-liter "six", popular in Russia, is a new one, equipped with direct fuel injection. In our market it will be available in two variants of forcing: with a capacity of 306 Horse power and with 370 Nm of torque (GLK 350) and 250 horsepower (350 Nm), which will replace the three-liter V6 on the GLK 300 version. Diesel Russians are offered so far in one version - a volume of 2.2 liters and a power of 170 hp, but in Europe there will be as many as four: three versions of a 2.2-liter engine with a capacity of 143, 170 and 204 forces, and a diesel V6 with a capacity of 265 forces, which develops 620 Nm of torque. We will not have basic rear-wheel drive modifications of the GLK either.
What are other news?
First of all, design. The exterior of the updated GLK now has fewer chopped edges, slightly related to the original Gelandewagen, but even more chrome: shiny grille strips and bumper covers, chrome trim for LED foglights. The headlights have become more rounded, and the “drips” in their corners are even more expressive.
“The previous GLK divided potential buyers into two camps: one clearly liked its rough, chopped design, and the other definitely did not like it,” explained Matthias Sobota, product manager for the GLK project, over dinner. “By developing the updated crossover, we tried to blur the line between these customer groups. His appearance is now more versatile, but at the same time, it seems to us, no less expressive. "
Sobota may be right, but the charisma in the appearance of the Mercedes-Benz GLK has now become less, and it looks best from the perspective ¾ from the rear, where its angularity is still clearly visible.
But the restyling only benefited the salon. Here, at first glance, not a single old detail remained at all: a new steering wheel, a tidy from the updated C-Class with a color screen in the center of the speedometer, a large LCD display of the navigation system, expensive very high-quality finishing materials and ... not a single flat plane. , not a single sharp edge! Even the vents of the ventilation system were changed to round ones with aluminum trim - like on the SLK and SL roadsters.
The selector of the "machine" moved from the central tunnel to steering column, freeing up space for cup holders and the joystick of the COMAND multimedia complex. The COMAND system itself on the GLK is now also the latest, with voice control, Internet access and the ability to use online applications for reading news and, and even searching for free parking spaces.
How is the new GLK going?
As comfortable as before. Changes in the suspension did not affect the smoothness of the ride: GLK still smoothes any road surface, even the most mediocre in quality. And along the mountain dirt road, which was part of a test route in the foothills of the Alps, the Mercedes-Benz crossover rushes with enviable equanimity. Chassis energy efficiency is excellent. The GLK is not afraid of tosses or holes, resiliently and almost silently swallowing most irregularities.
With the off-road package, the crossover does not hesitate to storm rocky roads with difficult terrain: ground clearance 21 centimeters is enough almost everywhere, if you go "headlong". There is only one drawback - the travel of the passenger, in fact, the suspension is too small. Therefore, on rebound, shock absorbers sometimes work a little harshly, and on large holes the wheels hang early in the air. However, the GLK is not afraid of diagonal hanging: crunching brakes, it is able to crawl almost everywhere. Especially if he is shod in more or less "evil" tires.
On the asphalt - softness in habits, traditional for "Mercedes". The empty, light steering wheel responds to the driver's actions with laziness, but in turns it becomes quite informative. The rolls are small, but you don't want to go really fast in the GLK, even with a top-end 306-horsepower gasoline engine. Its pleasant for observers outside the baritone in the cabin, due to good noise isolation, sounds flat, the responses to the gas pedal seem to be slightly damped, the machine in the "drive" mode relaxed goes over the top gears.
You can slightly cheer up the GLK by switching the transmission to "sport" mode, but the character of the crossover will not fundamentally change. The difference between a gasoline and a diesel car is much more noticeable: the GLK 220 CDI with a 170-horsepower engine turns out to be slightly denser in suspension, and in terms of acceleration in the mid-range zone, it does not lose in the least to the more powerful V6 thanks to 400 Nm of torque, available already from 1400 rpm. minute. But the sound pumped up - with active driving, its ugly rattling still breaks through the soundproof mats.
The Mercedes-Benz GLK (X204 body) is a compact SUV from the Mercedes-Benz manufacturing company. The GLK is 4.53 m long and is based on the C-class platform (204 series) and has been sold on the European market since October 2008. This car appeared on the American market in January 2009. In 2008, two concept versions of the SUV were exhibited at the Detroit International Auto Show, and the production model was represented by the German auto industry at the Beijing Auto Show in April 2008.
Until November 2011, this car was produced exclusively in Bremen, but from December 2011, GLK began to be produced in Beijing. Mercedes is positioning the GLK as a compact luxury SUV. It was originally sold for € 40341, then the price dropped to € 35462. In the summer of 2012, for the first time in five years since production, the X204 range underwent restyling.
Development and testing
The development engineers have tested the GLK thoroughly. During the tests, he covered about 4.5 million kilometers and even tried himself on the roads of Namibia. Additionally, a computer simulator program was created, with the help of which the digital prototype was tested. Thus, the specialists have tested about 1000 different GLK variants and passed about 200,000 roll-over tests.
Vision GLK FREESIDE and Vision GLK TOWNSIDE
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As mentioned above, two versions of the GLK were exhibited in Detroit in 2008. These were the Vision GLK FREESIDE and Vision GLK TOWNSIDE models. Both versions have short overhangs at both the front and rear (816 mm front and 957 mm rear). The front pillar is narrow enough and does not interfere with the all-round view.
The Vision FREESIDE has a ground clearance of 201 mm and overhang angles of 23 degrees front and 25 degrees rear. The wide gray FREESIDE side skirts protrude beyond the contours of the body to give the vehicle an imposing appearance.
| Mercedes Vision GLK FREESIDE (2008) |
The ground clearance of the GLK TOWNSIDE is small, this car is a SUV and is designed for urban conditions rather than off-road. It does not have sills like the GLK FREESIDE. Both models are equipped with 20-inch alloy wheels. Both Vision models have a 4-cylinder 2.1-liter engine with 170 hp. This is a recent development and represents a new generation of 4-cylinder diesel engines(OM 651). They are equipped with a twin turbocharger and a common rail system. The environmental friendliness of diesel engines meets the Euro-6 standard, thanks to the use of BlueTEC fluid.
Equipment and packages
Serial complete set
The standard equipment of the GLK-class crossover includes ASR, ABS, BAS, ESP systems, a manual 6-speed or automatic 7-speed gearbox, 4ETS (traction control), crash-active head restraints and a driver's knee airbag, as well as suspension AGILITY CONTROL with selective shock absorbers. AGILITY CONTROL automatically controls the shock absorbers for improved road stability and a smoother ride. Along with the suspension, the adjustable steering column also plays a role.
Except for the rear-wheel-drive GLK models, all models have a 7-speed automatic transmission and a 4MATIC drive system. Models with a 6-cylinder engine are characterized by "parametric steering". The THERMATIC 2-zone climate control system is installed as standard.
The salon has an Audio 20 car radio with a 5 ”color display, a dual tuner and an MP3 CD-player. The audio system has a Bluetooth-interface with a “hands-free” function, an Aux-in socket (it is located in the glove compartment, and since autumn 2011 it has been moved to the center console), a telephone keypad and six speakers. For the GLK SUV, emergency lighting and a system automatic switching on Sveta. The clear optics halogen fog lamps use H7 bulbs, which are part of active head light systems. Since December 2009, the vehicles produced have been equipped with LED daytime running lights.
All car windows have a thermal insulation layer, and the rear window is heated. The tank has a volume of 59 liters. V basic configuration GLK includes 7-spoke alloy wheels.
Special equipment
All special equipment for the GLK models are supplied as "packages". At the time of market launch, the GLK was supposed to be supplied with a package that defines its body design (“Offroad-Styling-Paket” or “Sport-Paket Exterieur”), now the GLK 220 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY version has been released, and it became the base model.
Various options can be installed on the car: the first generation “PRE-SAFE” system, a steep slope control system, a suspension lowered by 20 mm, an intelligent lighting system, as well as wide-profile tires of 19 or 20 inches. At the request of the buyer, an intelligent system “Keyless Go” can be installed. The buyer can also choose one of two radio navigation systems.
The standard Audio 50 APS autoradio tape recorder has a CD / DVD-player, as well as a telephone keypad and a navigation system with arrow indication. In addition to the radio, an entertainment system is installed, the components of which are built into rear seats... The system consists of a DVD player, two 8-inch screens and two wireless headphones, and can be controlled remotely. Options and base model
Packages "Offroad-Styling-Paket" and "Offroad-Technik Paket"
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The "Offroad-Styling" package gives the GLK appearance off-road vehicle, this is facilitated by plastic body kits on the car body. Anti-corrosion protection is provided for the body and underbody. Black roof rails are installed on the roof. The package includes a radiator grill with two louvres and wheel disks light alloy 17 inches.
The "Offroad-Technik" package is the perfect complement to the off-road qualities of the GLK. This package includes the installation of the "Offroad-Fahr" unit, which, when driving off-road, changes the nature of the gas pedal action and connects additional mechanisms for controlling the movement on slopes and inclines. Thus, the controlled descent system automatically sets the required speed parameters when leaving a steep slope.
In addition, the Comand APS multimedia system has a special "off-road" function, with which you can plot routes on a digital map of the area, the system will automatically remember them and will be able to prompt the driver on the way back.
Packages "Sport-Paket Exterieur" and "Sport-Paket Interieur"
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| Mercedes GLK350 Sports Package X204 (2008-2012) |
The GLK “Sport-Paket Exterieur” has a sporty yet elegant appearance. This impression is created by the presence of a large number of chrome moldings. This package includes aluminum roof rails and a 3-louvre radiator grill. This package also includes a 20 mm lowered sports suspension and 19-inch alloy wheels. Part of the package is the “Chrom” package.
“Sport-Paket Interieur” includes Seattle fabric or ARTICO leather upholstery and 3-spoke wheel with paddle shifters. The interior lighting package is part of this package.
The front panel has a large number of aluminum decorative inserts, the instrument scales are silver. The gear knob is made of leather and chrome, the pedals are made in a sporty style of stainless steel.
AMG Sport-Paket Exterieur
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New configuration options for the GLK-class appeared at the end of 2009. These include the “AMG Sport” package, based on the “Sport” package. It differs from other packages by the use of AMG design, as well as a radiator grille with two louvres. The side skirts are painted in body color. In addition, the package includes a sport suspension lowered by 20 mm, a chrome-plated underride guard and 20-inch alloy wheels. The package includes a “Chrom” package.
"Chrom" -package
Completing the crossover with chrome parts gives it a more elegant look. When ordering the “Chrom” package, the GLK is fitted with a chrome exterior trim, an aluminum roof rail and chrome tailpipe trims. Inner and outer luggage compartment edges are finished in chrome or stainless steel.
Innovative package
The package includes an intelligent lighting system that automatically reacts to road, weather and light conditions. Adaptive headlights are also part of this system. The Innovation Package includes the Mirrors package, which allows the electronics to adjust the position of the vehicle's exterior mirrors. In addition, there is a PARKTRONIC ultrasonic parking sensor system, a rain sensor and a PRE-SAFE system.
Edition 1 package
The exclusive "Edition 1" package is now on the market. It combines the “Sport-Paket Exterieur” and “Sport-Paket Interieur” and can only be ordered with the purchase of a 6-cylinder model. This model is equipped with 20-inch alloy wheels with five double spokes. The “AMG Performance” steering wheel is finished in leather, the aluminum paddle shifters are painted silver. The salon is upholstered in Nappa Designo leather, and a combined two-tone (black / white) finish is possible. Automotive glass edged with aluminum, in addition, the rear windows are tinted.
V standard equipment includes seat heating and “EASY-PACK-Heckklappe”. With this option, the tailgate opens and closes in automatic mode... The car is equipped with the COMAND APS multimedia system.
Security
In addition to ASR, ABS, BAS, ESP, 4ETS and active head restraints, the GLK has nine airbags, including those for the driver's knees. The “ADAPTIVE BRAKE” system also contributes to increased safety. In addition, the customer can order a “Pre-Safe-System” installation.
The GLK has passed the Euro-NCAP crash test with excellent results. For the safety of passengers, he received 5 stars out of 5, gaining 32 points. Child safety received 37 points, pedestrian safety was rated 16 points.
Engines and specifications
The all-wheel drive system was named “4MATIC”. The engines and all-wheel drive of the GLK-class were borrowed with minor changes from the C-class models.
Table 1. Line of GLK-class petrol models
| Specifications | GLK 280 4MATIC | GLK 300 4MATIC | GLK 350 4MATIC | GLK 350 4MATIC BlueEFFICIENCY |
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| Release period | 2008-2009 | 2009-2011 | 2008-2011 | from 04/2011 |
| Engine characteristics | ||||
| M272 E 30 | M272 E 35 | M276 DE 35 | ||
| engine's type | Petrol V6 | |||
| Mixture formation | Intake manifold injection | Direct fuel injection | ||
| Engine boost | — | |||
| Engine displacement | 2996 cm³ | 3498 cm³ | ||
| Max. power | 231 h.p. at 6000 rpm | 272 h.p. at 6000 rpm | 306 h.p. at 6500 rpm | |
| Max. torque | 300 Nm at 2500-5000 rpm | 350 Nm at 2400-5000 rpm | 370 Nm at 3500-5250 rpm | |
| Transmission | ||||
| Drive, serial | Four-wheel drive | |||
| Gearbox, serial | 7G-Tronic | 7G-Tronic Plus | ||
| Indicators | ||||
| Max. speed | 210 km / h | 230 km / h | 238 km / h | |
| Acceleration time 0-100 km / h | 7.6 sec. | 6.7 sec. | 6.5 sec. | |
| Fuel consumption per 100 km | 10.2 l. | 10.6 l. | 8.1-8.6 liters. | |
| CO2 emissions | 245 g / km | 239 g / km | 249 g / km | 189-199 g / km |
| Exhaust emission standards | Euro-5 | |||
In mid-December 2009, the GLK 250 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY model was released. Unlike the C-Class and E-Class cars, where engines were equipped with a 5G-Tronic gearbox until the end of 2010, the more modern GLK models received a 7-speed gearbox. Since April 2011, the GLK 350 4MATIC has been replaced by the GLK 350 4MATIC BlueEFFICIENCY with 306 hp. The GLK 220 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY remains the only model with a choice of drive type.
Table 2. Line of GLK-class diesel models
| Specifications | GLK 200 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY | GLK 220 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY | GLK 220 CDI 4MATIC BlueEFFICIENCY | GLK 220 BlueTEC 4MATIC | GLK 250 CDI 4MATIC BlueEFFICIENCY | GLK 250 BlueTEC 4MATIC | GLK 320 CDI 4MATIC | GLK 350 CDI 4MATIC | GLK 350 4MATIC BlueEFFICIENCY | ||
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| Release period | since 2010 | since 2009 | since 2009 | since 2012 | 2009 - 2012 | 2012 | 2008 - 2009 | 2009 - 2010 | 2010 - 2012 | since 2012 | |
| Engine characteristics | |||||||||||
| Engine designation | OM651 DE 22 LA | OM642 DE 30 LA | OM642 LS DE 30 LA | ||||||||
| engine's type | R4-diesel | V6-diesel | |||||||||
| Mixture formation | Common rail | ||||||||||
| Engine boost | Turbocharger | Twin turbocharging | Turbocharger | ||||||||
| Engine displacement | 2143 | 2987 | |||||||||
| Max. power | 143 h.p. at 3200-4600 rpm | 170 h.p. at 3200-4200 rpm | 204 h.p. at 4200 rpm | 224 h.p. at 3800 rpm | 231 h.p. at 3800 rpm | 265 h.p. at 3800 rpm | |||||
| Max. torque | 350 Nm at 1200-2800 rpm | 400 Nm at 1400-2800 rpm | 500 Nm at 1600-1800 rpm | 540 Nm at 1600-2400 rpm | 620 Nm at 1600-2400 rpm | ||||||
| Transmission | |||||||||||
| Drive, serial | Rear drive | Four-wheel drive | |||||||||
| Gearbox, serial | 6-speed gearbox | 7G-Tronic / 7G-Tronic Plus | 7G-Tronic Plus | 7G-Tronic / 7G-Tronic Plus | 7G-Tronic Plus | 7G-Tronic | 7G-Tronic Plus | ||||
| Indicators | |||||||||||
| Max. speed | 195 km / h | 205 km / h | 205 km / h | 210 km / h | 220 km / h | 225 km / h | 232 km / h | ||||
| Acceleration time 0-100 km / h | 10.3 s. | 8.5 sec. | 8.8 sec. | 7.9 sec. | 8.0 sec | 7.5 sec. | 7.3 s. | 6.4 sec. | |||
| Fuel consumption per 100 km | 5.5-5.6 l. | 6.1-6.5 l. | 7.9 l. | 8.0 l. | 6.9-7.0 l. | ||||||
| CO2 emissions | 143-147 g / km | 159-169 g / km | 208 g / km | 209 g / km | 179-183 g / km | ||||||
| Exhaust emission standards | Euro-5 | Euro-6 | Euro-5 | Euro -6 | Euro-4 | Euro-5 | |||||
All GLK 300 4MATIC models, including the GLK 350 CDI 4MATIC, are fitted with 7G-Tronic Plus and an exclusive Stop & Start system.
Off-road qualities
Despite the fact that the GLK was created primarily for city driving, it has all the qualities of an SUV. Its ground clearance is 201 mm, front and rear ground clearance 816 and 957 mm, respectively; overhang angles are equal to 23 degrees front and 25 degrees rear, cross-country angle - 19 degrees. Thanks to this, the GLK can overcome obstacles with an incline of up to 70%. The maximum tilt angle is 35 degrees. Besides, off-road contributes to the short wheelbase of 2755 mm long.
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The 4MATIC all-wheel drive system allows torque distribution in a 45:55 ratio. At the same time, support is provided for systems such as ESP, ASR and 4ETS. A new multi-plate clutch has been developed for the GLK that supports the AWD system in conditions of insufficient tire adhesion (for example, when the road is covered with snow or ice). In this case, the center differential lock may turn on.
If you want to get more fun out of cross-country driving, you can order the “Offroad-Technik-Paket”. This package includes the installation of the "Offroad-Fahr" block. In complex road conditions it activates additional off-road functions. A special "off-road" function is also available in the Comand APS multimedia system, providing a dynamic route planning mode on a digital terrain map. This package provides for anti-corrosion treatment of the underbody and car body.
Restyling
On June 30, 2012, a restyled version of the GLK entered the market. The main changes were made to the front of the car. The headlights have become more rounded, the radiator grille has increased, the shape of the air ducts has changed, and the front bumper has become less angular. The taillights have also changed, with new reflectors positioned higher. The exhaust pipe has widened slightly, it is firmly fixed in rear bumper... The GLK now has a new steering wheel inherited from the C-Class.
Some details are still recognizable, for example, the cruciform nozzle made of aluminum and the assistance systems inherent in the same C-class. In addition, on models with an automatic gearbox, the shift lever is located under the steering wheel, and on those with mechanical box, gear shifting is done in the usual way.
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After restyling, two new engines appeared in the GLK-class. The GLK 350 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY has been updated with a 265 hp / 195 kW engine and, for the first time, the X204 has a 4-cylinder engine. It is a 2-liter engine with 211 hp / 155 kW, turbocharger and direct fuel injection.
Awards
GLK won AUTO TROPHY 2008 among SUVs worth over € 30,000, and according to the results of the competition held by Autobild magazine in 2009, it was named SUV / SUV Car of the Year with a value ranging from € 40,000 to € 60,000.
In the spring of 2009, the GLK became the first crossover to receive the ISO 14062 certificate. This certificate confirms the car's compliance with the strictest environmental standards.
Other
Since June 30, 2008, 10,000 vehicles have been sold in Europe, of which 1,000 are special Edition 1 models. In 2010, 12,470 GLK crossovers were purchased in China. Compared to the previous year, sales increased by 170%. From the start of sales until April 2011, 170,000 vehicles were delivered to the market
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Based on the GLK, Brabus has created the fastest urban crossover. Thanks to its 6-liter V12 engine with 750 hp / 552 kW and 1350 Nm of torque, it reaches a top speed of 322.3 km / h. The GLK V12 accelerates from rest to hundreds of km / h in 4.2 seconds; up to 200 km / h - in 12.8 seconds. Fuel is consumed within 20.8 liters per 100 km; CO2 emissions - 487 g / km. The price is € 472,430.
The drag coefficient is between 0.34 and 0.36.
The name "GLK" stands for the following: "G" means G-class, thus the emphasis is on good off-road qualities this crossover. The letter "L" stands for enhanced luxury comfort. "K" refers to the compact size of the GLK.
Prospects for the future
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With the release of the GLK 300 BlueTEC HYBRID in March 2012, a plug-in hybrid model appeared for the first time in the GLK-class. The concept, called the Vision GLK BlueTEC HYBRID, was already on display at the 2008 Geneva Motor Show. 4-cylinder turbo diesel "Common-Rail" with a volume of 2.1 liters, paired with an electric motor.
The total power is 224 hp. 5.9 liters are consumed per 100 km; CO2 emissions are 159 g / km. According to environmental standards, the car meets Euro-6 standards. Its top speed is 215 km / h, and it accelerates to hundreds of km / h in 7.3 s. The package includes a Stop-Start option. The launch of the GLK 300 BlueTEC HYBRID model in the automotive market, scheduled for 2011, did not take place.
November 11th, 2015 
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Today, the crossover segment is one of the most rapidly developing in the world. automotive market... However, for a long time auto giants did not dare to release their "small" (based on C-class cars) models in the premium sector of this segment, fearing that the public might not accept them.
The pioneer was BMW, releasing its compact luxury crossover X3 back in 2003. The car immediately began to be in high demand, prompting competitors to take action. Mercedes-Benz launched its alternative - GLK - on the market only in 2008, but rather quickly won off a lot of buyers from BMW, since the car turned out to be balanced and attractive to consumers. In 2012, the car underwent a restyling, which immediately increased its global sales by 10%. Today we will tell you in detail about this car, incl. and about its technical characteristics and trim levels.
Exterior Mercedes GLK
From the front, the car looks aggressive and sporty. First of all, one can distinguish a large false radiator grille with 2 horizontal strips and a large, visible from afar, the company logo. Also noteworthy is the embossed bumper with an air intake in chrome-plated edging of complex shape and stripes integrated into it running lights... The headlights are large enough, polygonal in shape, with LEDs.
The rear of the restyled car does not differ from the pre-2012 car as much as the front. Nevertheless, taillights others, just like the bumper with a shiny metal trim flanked by oblong chrome-plated exhaust pipes.
The overall dimensions of the SUV from Mercedes are as follows: 4.536 m. in length, 1.84 m. in width, height reaches 1,669 m., and the wheelbase rang out on 2.775 m. The ground clearance (clearance) is quite impressive - 21 cm.
It is extremely doubtful that someone will drive such a car off-road, but the geometric cross-country ability is quite possible to do this, since the exit angle reaches 23 °, and the entry angle - 25 °. But you should not force water obstacles on the GLK, since its upper bar in this exercise is only 30 cm.
For those wishing to customize the appearance of their car, more than 15 variations of the appearance of the wheels are offered. At the same time, on request, discs of several diameters are available - from 17 before 20 inches inclusive.
Also, the client can choose between 12 body color options. In addition to the classic colors, there are several original shades in stock, which will surely delight those who want to stand out in the stream.
In general, the appearance of the German crossover is carefully thought out and will appeal to the vast majority of potential buyers. At the same time, it cannot be called either overly aggressive or insipid, which is another component of the success of this car in the market, since a balanced exterior contributes to an increase in the popularity of the model.
Photo salon Mercedes GLK 2008 - 2014
The interior decoration of the passenger compartment has changed much more noticeably than the exterior of the car. The main innovations are some of the controls located in a different way. In particular, the car does not have the usual gearbox selector; instead, there is a joystick located on the steering column. The four-spoke steering wheel became three-spoke, which gave it a certain touch of sportiness. The lower spoke is distinguished by its wide width and metallic finish.
The dashboard has remained largely unchanged: the information is still easy to read, since the instruments are located in "wells", which eliminates glare.
Air ducts can be safely called a real work of art. Few cars can boast such an elegant design of this interior element.
The center console remains the same - the almost 6-inch display of the multimedia system and the buttons under it have not changed their location, as have the controls for the air conditioning system. Naturally, a variety of finishes are offered for a car of this class - from wood-like inserts to aluminum elements in the interior.
Noise isolation, as always with a Mercedes, is at a height - neither the engine nor other noises from the outside are almost inaudible.
The front seats are electrically adjustable and heated. Besides. the settings can be fixed, and the seat will adapt to the driver, as soon as he pushes a button. The well-thought-out profile of the seats and good lateral support make them even more comfortable.
The back sofa is also quite comfortable. 3 adults can easily sit on it, and thanks to the adjustments, they can also adjust the seat for themselves. Of course, the range is much more modest than that of the front seats, but it is also quite enough for comfortable seating.
Alas, for the comfort of the rear passengers, the trunk had to be sacrificed. Its volume is rather small by the standards of the class: only 450 liters. If the seats are folded, then this figure rises to 1,550 liters.
Specifications Mercedes GLK 2008 - 2014
As mentioned above, the GLK is based on the C-class platform, which predetermined the size of the car and the design of its chassis. The suspension of the car, front and rear, is independent. The only difference is the layout: the front is an ordinary McPherson, and the back is a multi-link.
Of course, the suspension of this car is capable of changing its settings in a certain mode, depending on the driver's choice through the on-board COMAND interface, although it is not adaptive (everything happens due to smart hydraulic shock absorbers with variable stiffness by adjusting the cross-section of the bypass valve located in the stock; there is no other electronics in the suspension).
As for the line of power plants, it is represented in Russia by 4 engines, half of which are diesel, and the other 2 run on gasoline.
Diesel Engines
- The "younger" diesel engine develops 170 hp, providing acceleration to "hundreds" in 8.8 s. and a top speed of 205 km / h. Fuel consumption - 6.5 l / 100 km. (comb).
- The "senior" engine already generates 211 hp, which allows a car with this engine to accelerate to 100 km / h in 7.9 seconds. and develop a "maximum speed" of 215 km / h. Fuel consumption - 7.7 l / 100 km. (comb).
Both engines are in-line, 4-cylinder.
Petrol engines
- The first gasoline engine power 250 hp, acceleration time of the car with it to "hundreds" - 7.5 s, and the maximum speed - 238 km / h. Consumption - 8.6 l / 100 km. (comb).
- The second engine has a power of 306 hp and allows the car to reach speeds of 100 km / h. in 6.5 s. and accelerate to 238 km / h. Fuel consumption - 8.7 l / 100 km. (comb).
Both power plants V-shaped, 6-cylinder.
There is one gearbox - automatic, with 7 steps, it is aggregated with all motors.
Mercedes GLK equipment and price
Even the basic equipment list makes a solid impression. After all, it contains:
1) Full set airbags (front and side);
2) On-board computer with standard multimedia and audio system;
3) Climate control for 2 zones;
4) Multi-wheel;
5) Parktronic front and rear;
6) Fully adjustable steering wheel;
7) Light, rain, tire pressure and volume sensors (the latter is part of the anti-theft system);
8) Heated mirrors and seats;
9) Leather interior;
10) Standard central locking, immobilizer and alarm;
11) A system that makes it easier to start from a slope;
12) Collision avoidance system, self-braking when approaching an obstacle (if the driver does not react) and much more.
Naturally, more expensive configurations are even better equipped, and at the same time it is always possible to order additional options that can easily double the cost of a car.
In conclusion, I would like to say that this comfortable, harmonious and very attractive car from Mercedes already off the assembly line... It happened in the current 2015 year, and it was replaced by the crossover "GLC".
Therefore, if you want to purchase a Mercedes-Benz GLK, you can do it only on secondary market... The average price range as of October-November 2015 is from 1 200 000 – RUB 2,750,000... for a restyled version, produced since 2012, and about 870 000 – RUB 2,000,000... for cars 2008-2012 release.
Sagged somewhat, sales of new cars fell by 5.5%. The general downward trend in sales rates can be divided by sectors: cars of class B + fell by 15.5%, segments C + and D + - by 12 and 19%, respectively. The statistics are disappointing. And only crossovers with SUVs not only retained their previously won positions, but even distinguished themselves by an increase in sales by 16%. Typically, premium models from manufacturers such as BMW and AUDI, X1 and Q3 dominate. They are not lagged behind by Land Rover with the Evoque crossover. But the most visible representative in the SUV market is Mercedes-Benz with its new Mercedes vehicle. In some ways the car repeats the parameters of the 5-door GLK, but on the whole it is an independent, larger and more representative crossover of the Mercedes dynasty.
Clearance
At first glance, the Mercedes GLA is an A-class hatchback with increased ground clearance. Indeed, Mercedes benz The GLA, whose ground clearance is 157 mm, looks exactly like this. The machine is raised and nothing more. However, if you look closely, the expert's opinion may change. Mercedes GLA, whose ground clearance in the package off-road version is already 187 mm, makes a slightly different impression, much more impressive. The variety of proposals for the model makes you wonder what is worth, for example, a sports suspension, which is meaningless for an SUV, and is officially included in the list of options? In this version, the Mercedes Benz GLA has a ground clearance of 142 mm. Perhaps, in the future, the situation will become clearer, and it will become clear why and why the sports suspension is mentioned.
Exclusivity level
However, for the Mercedes GLA crossover, ground clearance is not everything. The model is distinguished by its original hood, bumpers and optics. The door contours are also exclusive. The dimensions have significantly increased in comparison with the dimensions of the predecessor, the length is 4417 mm, which is 125 mm more, the width has added 24 mm and is 1804 mm, the height has increased by 60 mm - up to 1494 mm. With all this, the wheelbase of the new Mercedes Benz GLA and Mercedes A-class completely identical - 2699 mm. The height of the interior space in the Mercedes GLA cabin (the clearance does not play any role) has increased significantly: in the area of the driver's seat and the front passenger's seat by 38 mm, and in the rear of the cabin - by 19 mm. The luggage compartment has increased to values of 421-1235 against the previous 341-1157 liters.
Old and new options
As for the interior of the new crossover, it is unified with the A-class, this is obvious. Therefore, it is worth talking about technical parameters GLA. In this aspect, the differences are quite noticeable, the body has become much stiffer than that of the hatchback, thanks to the use of transverse profiles on the bottom, molded from high-strength steel. The share of stringers increased from 67% to 73%. Chassis the new car does not have any fundamental differences from the A-class suspensions, the front suspension is Pherson, the rear is multi-link with cross stabilizer sustainability.
However, manufacturers were concerned about increasing the level of comfort of the Mercedes Benz GLA, and the crossover received constructively new shock absorbers and springs, and the amplitude of the suspension levers was also increased. Thus, the chassis has been updated in the most radical way. The same cannot be said about the steering mechanism, which passed to the new model unchanged, with the already proven electromechanical amplifier and the steering variator changing the ratio gear ratios mechanism depending on the speed of movement.
Power point
The purposeful GLA walks the track selflessly, waiting for control from the driver, but hardly wants to be obedient right away. Although in a split second it will obey. This is the high class of the car, its constructive essence. And it does not matter the fuel consumption (20 liters per 100 km) - any criteria give way to the splendor of the Mercedes Benz GLA.
Advantages and prices
So, Mercedes Benz GLA class2014, whose ground clearance (140 mm) does not dare to call the ground clearance, dressed in a model suit "GLA 45 AMG", in 4 seconds gained 100 km / h and continues to rip the air. And if you drown the accelerator pedal to the floor for a minute, the car will easily bypass the Lotus-Elita going in the right lane at a speed of 250 km / h. Here is such a difficult line, which includes Mercedes cars GLA 2014, the ground clearance of which, as it turned out, does not always matter.
Mercedes Benz GLA prices Russian market are quite adequate to the class of cars offered. The price scale for the Mercedes GLA 45 AMG is still unknown, and sales of the most popular models have gained momentum for a long time. The most affordable GLA 200 will cost about 1 million 380 thousand rubles. A GLA 200 CDI car with a turbodiesel will require about 1,430,000 rubles. And the all-wheel drive GLA 250 4Matic will cost 1 million 540 thousand Russian rubles. Prices are clearly "bite", but all the listed brands can deprive any skeptic of arguments.
Equipment
The kit includes 7 airbags, three of them are frontal, located in the steering column, at the driver's feet and in dashboard in front of the front passenger seat. The seats themselves are crash-proof, non-splinter-free, do not break upon impact, but only deform. The chassis is equipped with an effective stabilization system, bi-xenon headlights, all heated seats, 17-inch wheels and many other useful little things, without which the car is just a means of transportation. Difficult, often controversial, the Benz GLA feels confident in the Russian market, the modifications are varied, the equipment does not leave much to be desired. Reviews of the Mercedes Benz GLA are only positive.
The Mercedes-Benz GLC is an all-wheel-drive premium SUV of the mid-size category, combining a "thoroughbred" design, high-class interior decoration, productive technical "stuffing" and innovative equipment ... The target audience of this crossover, as a rule, includes wealthy city dwellers (regardless of gender ) who tend to spend time actively and do not want to sacrifice something in their daily life ...
A significant event took place on June 18, 2015 in Stuttgart - Daimler AG, on behalf of Mercedes-Benz, “pulled the cover off” from the new premium crossover, which replaced the GLK. The car not only radically changed externally and internally, but as a result of the rebranding received the name "GLC". The international premiere of the model took place at the autumn motor show in Frankfurt, after which it went on sale in the world's leading markets (and not only).
On the last day of February 2019, during an online presentation, the Germans declassified a restyled crossover, which made its full-scale debut on the stage of the Geneva Motor Show in early March. As a result of the renovation, the five-door was "refreshed" from the outside (due to new bumpers, optics, grille and wheels), acquired a more "advanced" interior, received many new options and "armed" with an upgraded range of engines.
The exterior of the Mercedes-Benz GLC is designed in a completely new, more sporty style, which is free from the angularity and rudeness of its predecessor, trying to diligently resemble the Gelendvagen. The exterior of the crossover is dominated by rounded-streamlined shapes and smooth lines, and with them "family" features reminiscent of the latest models of the brand - compact headlights and stylish lamps (in both cases - with a fully LED "filling"), a large radiator grille with an emblem brand in the center and embossed sidewalls.
The dome-shaped upper contour of the glazing, a pseudo-diffuser with a pair of branch pipes, contribute to the construction of a spectacular view. exhaust system in the rear bumper and beautiful rims.
This is a mid-size crossover with the corresponding outer dimensions: 4655 mm in length, 1890 mm in width, 1644 mm in height. The wheelbase of the car fits into 2873 mm, and the ground clearance indicator depends on the version: "in the base" - 181 mm, with air suspension - from 147 mm in loading mode and up to 227 mm for off-road conquest.
The curb weight of the five-door varies from 1800 to 1845 kg, depending on the equipment option.
The interior of the Mercedes-Benz GLC instantly recognizes the close relationship with the C-Class, both in terms of architecture and design. The instrument cluster, instead of three "wells" in the previous model, is presented by an informative and strict scheme with a pair of different-sized dials and a color display in the center, and as an option it can be completely digital (with a 12.3-inch display). The three-spoke steering wheel, familiar from other representatives of the brand, not only looks stylish, but also carries a high functional load due to the control elements (and some of them are sensory).
The top of the chic curved console in the center, which, without exaggeration, is endowed with reference ergonomics, is "occupied" by a large "tablet" of the multimedia complex, the diagonal of which, depending on the configuration, is 7 or 10.25 inches. Below are three "round" ventilation systems, and even lower - neat control units for the "climate" and audio system.
The quality of the interior is fully consistent with the premium essence of the Mercedes GLC - several types of high-quality leather or suede, natural wood, carbon fiber and aluminum.
By default, the interior of the premium crossover is five-seater, with ample space provided in both rows of seats. At the front, there are ergonomic chairs with unobtrusive lateral bolsters, padding that is optimal in terms of rigidity and a large number of adjustments. At the back there is a comfortable sofa with a folding armrest and individual ventilation deflectors, but also a tunnel that is too high and wide, interfering with the average passenger.
In the five-seater layout, the luggage compartment of the car has 550 liters, and in the two-seater - 1600 liters. The backs of the "gallery", divided in a ratio of 40/20/40, can be brought into an almost vertical position (the so-called "cargo mode"), freeing up several liters of volume without harming the seats.
In the Russian market, the restyled Mercedes-Benz GLC is offered with two four-cylinder engines (but in four modifications), each of which is separated into a bundle of a 9-band "automatic" and four-wheel drive with imitation of interwheel differential locks by means of electronics, distributing traction between the wheels in a ratio of 45:55 in favor of the rear axle:
- The petrol versions rely on a 2.0-liter M264 unit with a two-flow turbocharger, direct fuel injection, a Camtronic variable valve timing system and a 16-valve DOHC timing belt, which by default is also supplemented by a 14 hp belt-driven starter-generator. and 150 Nm, operating from a 48-volt electrical system. The motor itself is declared in two levels of boost:
- on the GLC 200 4Matic version, it produces 197 horsepower at 5500-6100 rpm and 320 Nm of torque at 1650-4000 rpm;
- and on the GLC 300 4Matic - 249 hp. at 5800-6100 rpm and 370 Nm of peak thrust at 1650-4000 rpm.
- Under the hood of the diesel modifications is the 2.0-liter OM654 turbocharged engine with Common Rail battery technology and a 16-valve timing structure, also available in two pumping options:
- 194 h.p. at 3800 rpm and 400 Nm of rotational potential at 1600-2800 rpm;
- or 245 hp at 4200 rpm and 500 Nm of torque at 1600-2400 rpm.
From standstill to 100 km / h, the mid-size SUV accelerates after 6.2-7.9 seconds, and accelerates to a maximum of 215-240 km / h.
Gasoline cars, on average, have 7.4 liters of fuel for every "hundred" of mileage in the combined cycle, and diesel cars - 5.4-5.9 liters.
It is worth noting that before the update, the all-terrain vehicle was also equipped exclusively with 2.0-liter "fours", but its gasoline units produced 211 and 245 hp. (GLC 250 4Matic and GLC 300 4Matic), and diesel - 170 and 204 hp. (GLC 220 d 4Matic and GLC 250 d 4Matic). In addition, a hybrid version of the GLC 350 e 4Matic (320 hp and 560 Nm) was delivered to us.
The Mercedes-Benz GLC is built on a modular "rear-wheel drive" MRA platform, which implies an independent spring suspension on both axles - four-link at the front and five-link at the rear. "In the base" the car is equipped with springs and electronically controlled shock absorbers, optionally (but not for Russia) available pneumatic system Air Body Control with five modes of operation, variable clearance value.
An electromechanical amplifier with an adjustable gear ratio is implanted into the steering mechanism of the five-door, and its brake system presented by disc devices with ventilation "in a circle", supplemented by modern assisting electronics.
On the Russian market, Mercedes-Benz GLC is offered in three fixed trim levels to choose from - "Premium", "Sport" and "Sport Plus".
- The premium crossover in the initial configuration will cost 3,650,000 rubles, and regardless of the modification - whether it be the GLC 200 4Matic, or the GLC 220 d 4Matic. By default, it has to its credit: seven airbags, full LED optics, dual-zone climate control, 18-inch alloy wheels (the diesel version has 17-inch), an MBUX media center with a 10.25-inch screen, a rear-view camera, heated front seats, servo drive of the fifth door, keyless entry and engine start, car parking, premium audio system and much more.
- The "Sport" version (available only for the GLC 300 d 4Matic) costs a minimum of 4,160,000 rubles, and its features are: external AMG body kit and appropriate interior decor, 19-inch wheels, electric front seats, heated steering wheel, navigator and contour lighting interior.
- The "Sport Plus" version (exclusively for the GLC 300 4Matic) cannot be bought for less than 4,200,000 rubles, but its distinctive features include: extended dashboard graphics, black decor and a more advanced acoustic system.
