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{{Short description|Compact luxury crossover SUV}}
{{Use British English|date=October 2025}}
{{Infobox automobile
| name         = Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class
| image        = Mercedes-Benz GLK 220 CDI 4MATIC Sport-Paket AMG (X 204, Facelift) – Frontansicht, 24. August 2014, Düsseldorf.jpg
| manufacturer = [[Daimler AG]]
| model_code   = X204
| model_years  = 2010–2015 (North America)
| production   = 2008–2015
| layout       = {{ubl
  | [[Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive]]
  | [[Front-engine, four-wheel-drive]] ([[4Matic]])
  }}
| class        = [[Compact crossover SUV#Luxury vehicles|Compact luxury crossover SUV]]
| related      = [[Mercedes-Benz C-Class (W204)]]<br />[[Mercedes-Benz E-Class (W212)]]
| body_style   = 5-door [[SUV]]
| assembly     = {{ubl
  | Germany: [[Bremen]]
  | China: [[Beijing]] ([[Beijing Benz]])
  | Egypt: [[6th of October City]] ([[Egyptian German Automotive Company|EGA]])<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.egasae.com/ |title=EGA |publisher=Egasae.com |access-date=2011-02-05}}</ref>
  | Vietnam: [[Ho Chi Minh City]] (MBV)
  }}
| engine       = 3.0L [[V6]]<br />3.5L [[V6]] <br />2.1L CDI [[Straight-4|I4]]<br />3.0L CDI [[V6]]
| transmission = 7-speed [[automatic transmission|automatic]]<br />6-speed [[manual transmission|manual]]
| wheelbase    = {{Convert|108.5|in|mm|0|abbr=on}}
| length       = {{Convert|178.2-178.3|in|mm|0|abbr=on}}
| width        = {{Convert|72.4-74.3|in|mm|0|abbr=on}}
| height       = {{Convert|66.9|in|mm|0|abbr=on}}
| weight       = {{Convert|4079|lbs|kg|0|abbr=on}}
| successor    = [[Mercedes-Benz GLC]]<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.motorauthority.com/news/1072743_2016-mercedes-benz-glc-glk-class-spy-shots|title = 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC (GLK-Class) Spy Shots | date=20 May 2015 }}</ref>
}}

The '''{{Proper name|Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class}}''' (model code '''X204''') is a [[Compact crossover SUV#Luxury vehicles|compact luxury crossover SUV]] produced from 2008 to 2015, debuting at the 2008 [[Beijing Auto Show]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.autoblog.com/2008/04/18/beijing-08-preview-2010-mercedes-benz-glk-350-to-debut-in-chin/ |title=Beijing '08 Preview: 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK 350 to debut in China |publisher=autoblog.com |date=2008-04-18 |access-date=2011-03-18}}</ref> The name GLK is an acronym for Geländewagen Luxus Kompaktklasse,<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.4x4news.de/2008/01/03/erste-bilder-vom-neuen-kleinen-mercedes-suv-vision-glk-freeside/ |title=Erste Bilder vom neuen kleinen Mercedes SUV: Vision GLK FREESIDE – Vision, FREESIDE, Mercedes-Benz, Bedingungen, Fahrstabilität, Mercedes, G-Klasse, Studie – 4x4-Gelaendewagen-News |publisher=4x4news.de |date=2007-09-23 |access-date=2011-02-05 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120302224616/http://www.4x4news.de/2008/01/03/erste-bilder-vom-neuen-kleinen-mercedes-suv-vision-glk-freeside/ |archive-date=2012-03-02 }}</ref> taking its name from the larger [[Mercedes-Benz GL-Class]], which in turn was named after the [[Mercedes-Benz G-Class|G-Wagen]] or Geländewagen. Thus, the GL is the luxury-oriented version of the G, and GLK is the compact version of the GL.

In 2015, the GLK-Class was replaced by the [[Mercedes-Benz GLC|GLC]] as per the revised nomenclature adopted by the brand. Under this scheme, SUVs use the base name "GL", followed by the model's placement in Mercedes-Benz hierarchy. The "G" is for Geländewagen (German for [[off-road vehicle]]) and alludes the long-running [[Mercedes-Benz G-Class|G-Wagen]]. This is followed by the letter "L" that acts as a linkage with the letter "C"—the GLC being the SUV equivalent to the [[Mercedes-Benz C-Class|C-Class]].<ref>{{cite web | last = Ewing | first = Steven | date = 11 November 2014 | url = http://www.autoblog.com/2014/11/11/mercedes-name-changes-gl-maybach/ | title = Mercedes renames utility vehicles, repositions Maybach as sub-brand | publisher = [[Autoblog.com]] | access-date = 12 November 2014}}</ref><ref>{{cite web | url = http://media.daimler.com/dcmedia/0-921-1760651-1-1760337-1-0-0-0-0-1-0-0-0-1-0-0-0-0-0.html?TS=1415752768119 | title = Mercedes-Benz expands brand world and introduces new nomenclature: Mercedes-Maybach for the ultimate in exclusivity and individuality | publisher = [[Daimler AG]] | date = 11 November 2014 | access-date = 12 November 2014 | archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20141112050328/http://media.daimler.com/dcmedia/0-921-1760651-1-1760337-1-0-0-0-0-1-0-0-0-1-0-0-0-0-0.html?TS=1415752768119 | archive-date = 12 November 2014 | url-status = dead }}</ref>

==Concept models==
Two concept vehicles appeared in 2008: The Vision GLK Freeside and the Vision GLK Townside. The former was designed to handle light off-road duty, while the latter was intended for exclusively on-road driving.<ref>{{cite web|author= John Neff |url=http://www.autoblog.com/2008/01/13/detroit-2008-mercedes-benz-has-double-vision-with-glk-townside/ |title=Detroit 2008: Mercedes-Benz has double Vision with GLK Townside and Freeside |date=13 January 2008 |publisher=Autoblog.com |access-date=2012-10-21}}</ref>

The Freeside incorporated design aspects of the original [[Mercedes-Benz G-Class]] with typical design features from the contemporary Mercedes-Benz passenger car range. The concept included a 2.2-litre BlueTec four-cylinder Diesel engine rated at {{convert|170|PS|kW hp|0|abbr=on}}, 7G-Tronic seven-speed automatic transmission, 4Matic all-wheel drive, anticipatory Pre-Safe safety concept and the Intelligent Light System (ILS), Command APS infotainment centre, a rear-seat entertainment system with two screens and Thermotronic 3-zone automatic climate control, Agility Control suspension. The vehicle was unveiled in 2008 Detroit Auto Show.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Mercedes-Benz Media |url=https://media.mercedes-benz.com/ |access-date=2025-01-12 |website=Mercedes-Benz Media |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|author= Sam Abuelsamid |url=http://www.autoblog.com/2008/01/02/detroit-2008-preview-mercedes-vision-glk-freeside/ |title=Detroit '08 Preview: Mercedes Vision GLK FREESIDE |date=2 January 2008 |publisher=Autoblog.com |access-date=2012-10-21}}</ref>

==Production model==
The vehicle's design was heavily influenced by the [[Mercedes-Benz C-Class]].<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.emercedesbenz.com/Jul08/15_001258_The_Mercedes_Benz_GLK_Class_Design.html |title=The Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class: Design |publisher=Emercedesbenz.com |date=2008-07-15 |access-date=2012-10-21 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://archive.today/20130122135809/http://www.emercedesbenz.com/Jul08/15_001258_The_Mercedes_Benz_GLK_Class_Design.html |archive-date=2013-01-22 }}</ref>

The GLK-Class shares the [[Mercedes-Benz C-Class (W204)|C-Class W204]] platform, and production plans continued after the demise of the similar [[Smart Formore]]. The vehicle was unveiled in Auto China 2008.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://media.daimler.com/dcmedia/0-921-614307-1-1070638-1-0-0-0-0-1-11702-854934-0-1-0-0-0-0-0.html?TS=1346448829835 |title=Mercedes-Benz at Auto China 2008 in Beijing: World premiere of the GLK-Class; SL, M-Class and CLS even more attractive after the model facelift |publisher=Media.daimler.com |date=2008-04-20 |access-date=2012-10-21}}</ref>

European models went on sale on June 30, 2008, with deliveries beginning in the autumn the same year. Early German models included GLK 220 CDI [[4Matic]] BlueEfficiency, GLK 320 CDI 4Matic, GLK 280 4Matic, GLK 350 4Matic. GLK Edition 1 models are based on V6 engine models, but include exterior sports package, 20-inch wheels, Easy-Pack tailgate and specially coloured privacy glass in the rear compartment, interior sports package, black/white nappa leather seats from the designo range, AMG multifunction leather steering wheel, a black roof lining, exclusive aluminium trim elements and the Command APS system, calcite white body colour.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://media.daimler.com/dcmedia/0-921-614307-1-1070715-1-0-0-0-0-1-11702-854934-0-1-0-0-0-0-0.html?TS=1346448998727 |title=Compact design with genuine character: the new Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class |publisher=Media.daimler.com |access-date=2012-10-21}}</ref>

GLK 220 CDI BlueEfficiency, GLK 220 CDI 4Matic BlueEfficiency, GLK 300 4Matic, GLK 250 CDI 4Matic BlueEfficiency were introduced in 2009.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://media.daimler.com/dcmedia/0-921-1068841-1-1235589-1-0-0-0-0-1-11701-854934-0-1-0-0-0-0-0.html?TS=1346449878642 |title=GLK 220 CDI BlueEfficiency and GLK 250 CDI 4Matic BlueEfficiency: New additions to the GLK family |publisher=Media.daimler.com |date=2009-09-10 |access-date=2012-10-21}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://media.daimler.com/dcmedia/0-921-614307-1-1237127-1-0-0-0-0-1-11702-854934-0-1-0-0-0-0-0.html |title=GLK 220 CDI BlueEfficiency and GLK 250 CDI BlueEfficiency 4Matic: New additions to the GLK family |publisher=Media.daimler.com |date=2009-09-15 |access-date=2012-10-21}}</ref>

At launch in [[Germany]] and North America, the car was offered in [[all-wheel drive]] only, though a [[rear-wheel drive]] only version was added to the range.<ref>{{cite web|title=2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK350 / GLK350 4MATIC|url=http://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/2013-mercedes-benz-glk350-glk350-4matic-instrumented-test-review|work=Car and Driver|access-date=18 April 2013|date=September 2012}}</ref>

The GLK-Class was not sold in [[Left- and right-hand traffic|RHD]] markets, such as the [[United Kingdom]] and [[Australia]], due to a [[driveshaft]] used to operate the front wheels on [[4WD]] versions of the GLK. It is positioned such that it occupies the same space as the steering column for RHD models, and as such the two configurations are not compatible with each other.

===Vision GLK Bluetec Hybrid (2008)===

A concept vehicle demonstrating a Bluetec engine with hybrid module was developed. It includes a four-cylinder Bluetec Diesel engine, maximum {{convert|160|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} electric motor, Alubeam Blue body colour, 20-inch light-alloy wheels, black leather upper dashboard upholstery, Command APS central display, Agility Control suspension.

The vehicle was unveiled at the [[Geneva Motor Show#2008|2008 Geneva Motor Show]].<ref>{{cite web|author= Sam Abuelsamid |url=http://www.autoblog.com/08/02/29/geneva-08-preview-mercedes-vision-glk-bluetec-diesel-hybrid-co/ |title=Geneva '08 Preview: Mercedes Vision GLK BlueTec Diesel Hybrid concept gets 40mpg |date=29 February 2008 |publisher=Autoblog.com |access-date=2012-10-21}}</ref>

===2008 SEMA concepts (2008)===

Mercedes-Benz USA partnered with four tuners to develop custom designs based on the upcoming 2010 GLK-Class vehicles, as part of the US launch of GLK-Class SUV in 2009.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Henry |first=Jim |date=2008-12-05 |title=Mercedes-Benz to Launch GLK Small SUV in January - CBS News |url=https://www.cbsnews.com/news/mercedes-benz-to-launch-glk-small-suv-in-january/ |access-date=2025-01-12 |website=www.cbsnews.com |language=en-US}}</ref>

The Urban Whip is a white roadster built by Boulevard Customs, NBS Performance.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Markanter City-Cruiser: Boulevard Customs Mercedes GLK Urban Whip |url=https://www.speedheads.de/auto-news/markanter-city-cruiser-boulevard-customs-mercedes-glk-urban-whip-0003493.html |access-date=2025-01-12 |website=Speed Heads |language=de}}</ref> Based on the GLK 350 4Matic, it included custom-made wide-body kit developed with RoBrady Design, body lowered by 64mm with custom lowering springs, 26-inch Asanti AF 150 chrome wheels with custom black accents and 295/25 ZR26 Pirelli Scorpion tires, front and rear Brembo performance brake kit with 381mm 2-piece floating rotors and 8-pot front callipers and 344mm 2-piece floating rotors with 4-piston rear callipers, 5.7&nbsp;kW custom stereo system with eight HD amps and six new JL Audio 13TW5 flat subwoofers.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://emercedesbenz.com/Nov08/03_001480_The_Mercedes_Benz_GLK_At_SEMA_Boulevard_Customs_Urban_Whip.html |title=The Mercedes-Benz GLK At SEMA: Boulevard Customs' GLK Urban Whip &#124; eMercedesBenz – The Unofficial Mercedes-Benz Weblog |publisher=eMercedesBenz |date=2008-11-03 |access-date=2009-10-17 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20091003010245/http://www.emercedesbenz.com/Nov08/03_001480_The_Mercedes_Benz_GLK_At_SEMA_Boulevard_Customs_Urban_Whip.html |archive-date=2009-10-03 }}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://media.daimler.com/dcmedia/0-921-1097729-1-1144956-1-0-0-0-0-1-11702-854934-0-1-0-0-0-0-0.html?TS=1347490388113 |title=Boulevard Customs: The GLK Urban Whip set heads turning |publisher=Media.daimler.com |date=2008-11-03 |access-date=2012-10-21}}</ref><ref>[http://www.blvdcustoms.com/press_release.html?ID=1 MBUSA picks Blvd Customs!]</ref>

Brabus Widestar included a 320 Bluetec engine from other models available in the United States, Widestar bodyshell, customised front and rear bumpers, LED daytime running lights, side skirts, a roof spoiler with LED lights (position lights) and all-new LED lighting units above the front windshield, 21-inch wheels with 295/30 ZR 21 tires, lower ride height by 30&nbsp;mm via Brabus chassis kit, high-performance brake system, enhanced engine power to {{convert|258|PS|kW hp|0|abbr=on}} and {{convert|610|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} via ECOPowerXtra tuning kit, semi-aniline leather upholstery, diagonal stitching on the seating, door panels and the entire vehicle floor in cognac colour; black leather on upper surfaces of dashboard and door panels; black with piano black wood trim at roof lining Alcantara upholstery, sports steering wheel and aluminium sports pedals, multimedia system mounted in the front seat backs with a DVD player and 7-inch monitors.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://emercedesbenz.com/Nov08/03_001483_The_Mercedes_Benz_GLK_At_SEMA_The_BRABUS_GLK_Widestar.html |title=The Mercedes-Benz GLK At SEMA: The BRABUS GLK Widestar &#124; eMercedesBenz – The Unofficial Mercedes-Benz Weblog |publisher=eMercedesBenz |date=2008-11-03 |access-date=2009-10-17 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20091022005226/http://www.emercedesbenz.com/Nov08/03_001483_The_Mercedes_Benz_GLK_At_SEMA_The_BRABUS_GLK_Widestar.html |archive-date=2009-10-22 }}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://media.daimler.com/dcmedia/0-921-1097729-1-1144949-1-0-0-0-0-1-11702-854934-0-1-0-0-0-0-0.html?TS=1347489610279 |title=BRABUS: Widestar almost ready for production |publisher=Daimler AG}}</ref>

RennTech Rally Racer is a hybrid vehicle based on GLK 350 4Matic, built by Renntech, inspired by the winged, unlimited-class rally cars of [[Pikes Peak Hill Climb]]. The engine power was increased to {{convert|350|PS|kW hp|0|abbr=on}} via special intake manifold, cams and cylinder heads, long-tube headers, composite air intake, Renntech ECU software. It also included hybrid system with 72 volt electric motor, 12 volt plug-in batteries. Other features include custom coil-over suspension from KW, Renntech brake combo with 412mm 2-piece rotors with 8-piston front callipers at the front and 356mm discs with 4-pot rear callipers, 20 inch 3-piece, 5-spoke Renntech Sniper Gray wheels with NT05 275/40 20 Nitto front and NT05 315/35 20 rear tires, aerodynamically-tuned body kit.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://emercedesbenz.com/Nov08/03_001481_The_Mercedes_Benz_GLK_At_SEMA_The_RENNTech_GLK_Pikes_Peak_Rally_Racer.html |title=The Mercedes-Benz GLK At SEMA: The RENNTech GLK Pikes Peak Rally Racer &#124; eMercedesBenz – The Unofficial Mercedes-Benz Weblog |publisher=eMercedesBenz |date=2008-11-03 |access-date=2009-10-17 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090910211857/http://www.emercedesbenz.com/Nov08/03_001481_The_Mercedes_Benz_GLK_At_SEMA_The_RENNTech_GLK_Pikes_Peak_Rally_Racer.html |archive-date=2009-09-10 }}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://media.daimler.com/dcmedia/0-921-1097729-1-1144962-1-0-0-0-0-1-11702-854934-0-1-0-0-0-0-0.html?TS=1347490647786 |title=RENNtech: The GLK Pikes Peak Rally Racer is king of the hill|publisher=Daimler AG}}</ref>

The Four Corners Rock Crawler is based on GLK 350 4Matic, built by Legendary Motorcar Company. The design was inspired by the idea of turning the GLK into an interactive snowboarding car. It included a gasoline-powered tow winch, stainless steel bar roof with swing-out side-mounted grinding rails, Perspex panel fitted to the roof, increased ride height by 38mm via custom-made spacers on the lower control arm at the rear and billet aluminium spacers at the front, 18-inch Jesse James Black-Widow rims with Toyo Open Country AT mudder tires, stock interior.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://emercedesbenz.com/Nov08/03_001482_The_Mercedes_Benz_GLK_At_SEMA_The_Legendary_Motorcar_Company_GLK_Rock_Crawler.html |title=The Mercedes-Benz GLK At SEMA: The Legendary Motorcar Company GLK Rock Crawler &#124; eMercedesBenz – The Unofficial Mercedes-Benz Weblog |publisher=eMercedesBenz |date=2008-11-03 |access-date=2009-10-17 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090910212118/http://www.emercedesbenz.com/Nov08/03_001482_The_Mercedes_Benz_GLK_At_SEMA_The_Legendary_Motorcar_Company_GLK_Rock_Crawler.html |archive-date=2009-09-10 }}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://media.daimler.com/dcmedia/0-921-1097729-1-1144973-1-0-0-0-0-1-11702-854934-0-1-0-0-0-0-0.html?TS=1347490804535 |title=Legendary Motorcar Company: A Legendary GLK|publisher=Daimler AG}}</ref> The vehicles were unveiled in the [[SEMA (association)#2008|2008 SEMA Show]],<ref>{{cite web|author= Damon Lavrinc |url=http://www.autoblog.com/2008/11/04/sema-2008-mercedes-reveals-its-glk-delinquents-live/ |title=SEMA 2008: Mercedes reveals its GLK delinquents LIVE |date=4 November 2008 |publisher=Autoblog.com |access-date=2012-10-21}}</ref> followed by 2008 Los Angeles Auto Show.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://emercedesbenz.com/Oct08/31_001478_Preview_Of_The_Four_Tuned_Mercedes_Benz_GLK_Models_Set_To_Debut_At_The_SEMA_Show.html |title=An in-depth look with hi-resolution photos of the Four Tuned Mercedes-Benz GLK Models that debuted at The SEMA Show |publisher=Emercedesbenz.com |date=2008-10-31 |access-date=2011-02-05 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110621025836/http://www.emercedesbenz.com/Oct08/31_001478_Preview_Of_The_Four_Tuned_Mercedes_Benz_GLK_Models_Set_To_Debut_At_The_SEMA_Show.html |archive-date=2011-06-21 }}</ref><ref>{{cite web|author= Alex Nunez |url=http://www.autoblog.com/2008/09/16/mercedes-benz-glk-ready-to-storm-sema/ |title=Mercedes-Benz GLK ready to storm SEMA |publisher=Autoblog.com |date=2008-09-16 |access-date=2012-10-21}}</ref>

The ECO PowerXtra engine tuning kit found in Brabus Widestar concept also appeared in its GLK 320 CDI 4Matic upgrade kit.<ref>{{cite web|author= John Neff |url=http://www.autoblog.com/2008/10/15/brabus-turnss-attention-towards-mercedes-benz-glk/ |title=BRABUS turns attention towards Mercedes-Benz GLK |publisher=Autoblog.com |date=2008-10-15 |access-date=2012-10-21}}</ref> Brabus Widestar was later sold as conversion kit for X204 GLK built before June 2012.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.brabus.com/en/printkatalog.php?modell=8152 |title=BRABUS Catalog X 204 |publisher=Brabus.com |access-date=2012-10-21}}</ref> The construction of Rock Crawler concept was featured in season 9 of [[Dream Car Garage]].<ref>{{cite web |url=http://dreamcargarage.com/dreamcargarage/501 |title=Mercedes GLK Project |publisher=Dreamcargarage.com |access-date=2012-10-21 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20121023032654/http://dreamcargarage.com/dreamcargarage/501 |archive-date=2012-10-23 }}</ref>

===Safety===
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The GLK has a comprehensive restraint system which consists of seatbelt tensioners and nine airbags, which are deployed selectively depending on the type of collision and its severity to reduce the forces exerted on the occupants.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.emercedesbenz.com/Jul08/15_001261_The_Mercedes_Benz_GLK_Class_Active_And_Passive_Safety.html |title=The Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class: Active And Passive Safety – eMercedesBenz &#124; The Unofficial Mercedes-Benz Weblog |publisher=eMercedesBenz |date=2008-07-15 |access-date=2011-02-05 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://archive.today/20170222134726/http://www.emercedesbenz.com/Jul08/15_001261_The_Mercedes_Benz_GLK_Class_Active_And_Passive_Safety.html |archive-date=2017-02-22 }}</ref>

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|+2015 Mercedes GLK on [[Insurance Institute for Highway Safety|IIHS]]:<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.iihs.org/iihs/ratings/vehicle/v/mercedes/glk-4-door-suv?print-view |title=2015 Mercedes GLK Midsize luxury SUV / 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK 350 4-door 4wd |publisher=[[Insurance Institute for Highway Safety|IIHS]] |access-date=30 September 2015}}</ref>
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|style="background: green"|Good
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{{Euro NCAP |year=2010 |overall_stars=5  |description=Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class, Small Off-Road |reference={{cite web|url=http://www.euroncap.com/en/results/mercedes-benz/glk-class/11020 |title=Euro NCAP – Mercedes Benz GLK220 CDI, base grade, LHD (2010) |work=euroncap.com|access-date=30 September 2015}} [http://euroncap.blob.core.windows.net/media/7362/mercedes_glk_recalc_2010_datasheetok.pdf Report]|adult_points=32 |adult_percent=89 |child_points=37 |child_percent=76 |pedestrian_points=17 |pedestrian_percent=47 |safety_points=6 |safety_percent=86}}

===Engines===
{| class="wikitable collapsible sortable" style="font-size:95%;"
|+Petrol engines
!Model||Years||Type||Power, torque@rpm
|-
|GLK 280 4MATIC||2008–2009|| rowspan="2" |{{convert|2996|cc|cuin|0|abbr=on}} 24V V6 ([[Mercedes-Benz M272 engine|M 272 DE 30]]) || rowspan="2" | {{convert|231|PS|kW hp|0|abbr=on}}@6000, {{convert|300|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}}@2500–5000
|-
|GLK 300 4MATIC||2009–2011
|-
|GLK 350 4MATIC||2008–2012||{{convert|3498|cc|cuin|0|abbr=on}} 24V V6 ([[Mercedes-Benz M272 engine|M 272 DE 30]]) || {{convert|272|PS|kW hp|0|abbr=on}}@6000, {{convert|350|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}}@2400–5000
|}

{| class="wikitable collapsible sortable" style="font-size:95%;"
|+Diesel engines
!Model||Years||Type||Power, torque@rpm
|-
|GLK 200 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY ||2010–2012 || rowspan="4" |{{convert|2143|cc|cuin|0|abbr=on}} 16V I4 turbo ([[Mercedes-Benz OM651 engine|OM 651 DE 22 LA red.]]) || {{convert|143|PS|kW hp|0|abbr=on}}@3200–4600, {{convert|350|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}}@1200–2800
|-
|GLK 220 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY || rowspan="3" |2009–2012 ||{{convert|170|PS|kW hp|0|abbr=on}}@3200–4200, {{convert|400|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}}@1400–2800
|-
|GLK 220 CDI 4MATIC BlueEFFICIENCY ||{{convert|170|PS|kW hp|0|abbr=on}}@3200–4200, {{convert|400|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}}@1400–2800
|-
|GLK 250 CDI 4MATIC BlueEFFICIENCY ||{{convert|204|PS|kW hp|0|abbr=on}}@4200, {{convert|500|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}}@1600–1800
|-
|GLK 320 CDI 4MATIC ||2008–2009 || rowspan="3" |{{convert|2987|cc|cuin|0|abbr=on}} 24V V6 turbo ([[Mercedes-Benz OM642 engine|OM 642 DE 30 LA]]) || rowspan="2" | {{convert|224|PS|kW hp|0|abbr=on}}@3800, {{convert|540|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}}@1600–2400
|-
|GLK 350 CDI 4MATIC (224PS)||2009–2010
|-
|GLK 350 CDI 4MATIC (231PS)||2010–2012 || {{convert|231|PS|kW hp|0|abbr=on}}@3800, {{convert|540|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}}@1600–2400
|}

In 2009, the GLK 280 4Matic and GLK 320 CDI 4Matic were replaced by the GLK 300 4Matic and GLK 350 CDI 4Matic respectively.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://media.daimler.com/dcmedia/0-921-1068841-1-1207144-1-0-0-0-0-1-11701-854934-0-1-0-0-0-0-0.html?TS=1347491680312 |title=TÜV sets seal of approval on distinctive, compact SUV: The GLK awarded Environmental Certificate |publisher=Media.daimler.com |date=2009-05-13 |access-date=2012-10-21 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304034826/http://media.daimler.com/dcmedia/0-921-1068841-1-1207144-1-0-0-0-0-1-11701-854934-0-1-0-0-0-0-0.html?TS=1347491680312 |archive-date=2016-03-04 |url-status=dead }}</ref>

===Production===

In December 2011, the first locally produced Mercedes-Benz GLK was made in the Beijing production plant of Beijing Benz Automotive Co., Ltd. (BBAC).<ref>{{cite web|url=http://media.daimler.com/dcmedia/0-921-656186-1-1445556-1-0-0-0-0-1-11701-854934-0-1-0-0-0-0-0.html?TS=1347331568505 |title=First Locally Produced Mercedes-Benz GLK Compact SUV Rolls off the Line in China |publisher=Media.daimler.com |date=2011-12-05 |access-date=2012-10-21}}</ref>

At the end of July 2008, Mercedes-Benz had received a total of 10,000 orders for a GLK-Class vehicle, with 1000 orders for the Edition 1 vehicles.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://media.daimler.com/dcmedia/0-921-1068841-1-1113542-1-0-0-0-0-1-11701-854934-0-1-0-0-0-0-0.html?TS=1347489286883 |title=New Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class Posts Impressive Number of Incoming Orders |publisher=Media.daimler.com |access-date=2012-10-21}}</ref>

As of Nov 03, 2008, 25,000 orders have been placed for the GLK-Class in Western Europe, with delivery beginning in 2008-10-18.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://media.daimler.com/dcmedia/0-921-1097729-1-1145005-1-0-0-0-0-1-11702-854934-0-1-0-0-0-0-0.html |title=Successful starting point: Strong characters – The series production models of the GLK-Class |publisher=Media.daimler.com |access-date=2012-10-21}}</ref>

===Marketing===

As part of the GLK product launch prior to the [[Detroit Auto Show#2008|2008 Detroit Auto Show]] debut, a prototype GLK appeared in the ''[[Sex and the City (film)|Sex and the City]]'' movie.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.benzinsider.com/2008/04/mercedes-benz-glk-in-sex-and-the-city-movie-with-kim-cattrall/ |title=Mercedes-Benz GLK in Sex and the City movie with Kim Cattrall |publisher=Benzinsider.com |date=2009-02-15 |access-date=2012-10-21}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://christhilk.wordpress.com/2008/05/29/movie-marketing-madness-sex-and-the-city/ |title=Movie Marketing Madness: Sex and the City |publisher=Christhilk.wordpress.com |date=2008-05-29 |access-date=2012-10-21}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |author=Richard Tedesco |url=http://chiefmarketer.com/entertainmentmarketing/mercedes_benz_sex_city_0507 |title=Mercedes-Benz Plays Role in 'Sex and the City' |publisher=Chiefmarketer.com |date=2008-05-07 |access-date=2012-10-21 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://archive.today/20130119034713/http://chiefmarketer.com/entertainmentmarketing/mercedes_benz_sex_city_0507 |archive-date=2013-01-19 }}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=http://media.daimler.com/dcmedia/0-921-1068841-1-1075364-1-0-0-0-0-1-11701-854934-0-1-0-0-0-0-0.html?TS=1347331119829 |title=Excerpt from Interview with Kim Cattrall at the Laureus World Sports Award 2008 and Mercedes-Benz Thoughts on Sex and the City |publisher=Media.daimler.com |access-date=2012-10-21 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304061810/http://media.daimler.com/dcmedia/0-921-1068841-1-1075364-1-0-0-0-0-1-11701-854934-0-1-0-0-0-0-0.html?TS=1347331119829 |archive-date=2016-03-04 |url-status=dead }}</ref>

As part of the GLK product launch, the www.mercedes-glk.com web site was unveiled, which features an interactive music video that users can help to design, as well as a “GLK Backstage” section for discussions with the engineers who created the new model.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://media.daimler.com/dcmedia/0-921-1097729-1-1082771-1-0-0-0-0-1-11701-854934-0-1-0-0-0-0-0.html?TS=1347330982115 |title=Mercedes-Benz Presents an Interactive Web Special to Promote the GLK's Market Launch |publisher=Media.daimler.com |date=2008-05-16 |access-date=2012-10-21}}</ref>

As part of US product launch with the SEMA concepts, visitors could cast vote for the favourite customized GLK vehicles, with winner of the “Tuner Challenge” announced on 2 December.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://media.daimler.com/dcmedia/0-921-1097729-1-1144747-1-0-0-0-0-1-11701-854934-0-1-0-0-0-0-0.html?TS=1347331247536 |title=Mercedes-Benz Tuner Challenge at SEMA 2008: The GLK in Las Vegas |publisher=Media.daimler.com |date=2008-10-31 |access-date=2012-10-21}}</ref>

===2012 update===
The vehicle was unveiled at the [[New York International Auto Show#2012|2012 New York International Auto Show]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://media.daimler.com/dcmedia/0-921-658901-1-1478173-1-0-0-0-0-1-11701-854934-0-1-0-0-0-0-0.html |title=Three Mercedes World Premieres at the 2012 New York International Auto Show – Pure driving fun: New Generation GLK, new GL and SL 65 AMG celebrate world premiere |publisher=Media.daimler.com |date=2012-04-04 |access-date=2012-10-21}}</ref>
[[File:Mercedes-Benz GLK 250 4MATIC Sport-Paket AMG (X 204, Facelift) – Heckansicht, 8. September 2013, Bösensell.jpg|thumb|right|Mercedes-Benz GLK 250 4MATIC (Germany; facelift)]]
Early models include the GLK 200 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY, GLK 220 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY, GLK 220 CDI 4MATIC BlueEFFICIENCY, GLK 220 BlueTEC 4MATIC, GLK 250 BlueTEC 4MATIC, GLK 350 CDI 4MATIC BlueEFFICIENCY and the GLK 350 4MATIC BlueEFFICIENCY.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://media.daimler.com/dcmedia/0-921-1473059-1-1490352-1-0-0-0-0-1-11702-854934-0-1-0-0-0-0-0.html |title=Mercedes-Benz GLK 2012: The dynamism of a rock-solid character |publisher=Media.daimler.com |date=2012-05-17 |access-date=2012-10-21}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://media.daimler.com/dcmedia/0-921-1473059-1-1473127-1-0-0-0-0-1-11701-854934-0-1-0-0-0-0-0.html |title=Mercedes-Benz GLK 2012: New version of the dynamic SUV brimming with character |publisher=Media.daimler.com |date=2012-03-22 |access-date=2012-10-21}}</ref>

Early US models include the GLK 350 and GLK 350 4MATIC BlueEFFICIENCY as a 2013 year model with sales beginning in summer 2012, followed by the GLK 250 BlueTEC 4MATIC in early 2013.<ref>{{cite web|author= Noah Joseph |url=http://www.autoblog.com/2012/03/22/mercedes-benz-glk-gets-facelift-diesel-option-ahead-of-new-york/ |title=Mercedes-Benz GLK gets facelift, diesel option ahead of New York |date=22 March 2012 |publisher=Autoblog.com |access-date=2012-10-21}}</ref>

====Engines====
{| class="wikitable collapsible sortable" style="font-size:95%;"
|+Petrol engines
!Model||Years||Type||Power, torque@rpm
|-
|GLK 200
| rowspan="3" |2013–2015
| rowspan="2" |{{convert|1991|cc|cuin|0|abbr=on}} 16V I4 ([[Mercedes-Benz M274 engine|M274 DE20]])
|{{convert|184|PS|kW hp|0|abbr=on}}@6500, {{convert|300|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}}@1200–4000
|-
|GLK 250
|{{convert|211|PS|kW hp|0|abbr=on}}@5500, {{convert|350|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}}@1200–4000
|-
|GLK 350|| rowspan="2" |{{convert|3498|cc|cuin|0|abbr=on}} 24V V6 ([[Mercedes-Benz M276 engine|M276 DE35]]) || rowspan="2" |{{convert|306|PS|kW hp|0|abbr=on}}@6500, {{convert|370|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}}@3500–5250
|-
|GLK 350 4MATIC BlueEFFICIENCY||2012–2015
|}

{| class="wikitable collapsible sortable" style="font-size:95%;"
|+Diesel engines
!Model||Years||Type||Power, torque@rpm
|-
|GLK 200 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY || rowspan="6" |2012–2015 || rowspan="5" |{{convert|2143|cc|cuin|0|abbr=on}} 16V I4 turbo ([[Mercedes-Benz OM651 engine|OM651 DE22 LA R]]) || {{convert|143|PS|kW hp|0|abbr=on}}@3200–4600, {{convert|350|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}}@1200–2800
|-
|GLK 220 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY || rowspan="3" |{{convert|170|PS|kW hp|0|abbr=on}}@3200–4200, {{convert|400|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}}@1400–2800
|-
|GLK 220 CDI 4MATIC BlueEfficiency
|-
|GLK 220 BlueTEC 4MATIC
|-
|GLK 250 BlueTEC 4MATIC ||{{convert|204|PS|kW hp|0|abbr=on}}@4200, {{convert|500|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}}@1600–2800
|-
|GLK 350 CDI 4MATIC BlueEFFICIENCY ||{{convert|2987|cc|cuin|0|abbr=on}} 24V V6 turbo ([[Mercedes-Benz OM642 engine|OM642 LS DE30 LA]]) || {{convert|265|PS|kW hp|0|abbr=on}}@3800, {{convert|620|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}}@1600–2400
|}

All gasoline engines include ECO start/stop function and direct fuel injection.

===Production and sales===
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Calendar year!! Production !!US sales
|-
| 2008 || ||
|-
| 2009|| || 21,944
|-
| 2010|| ||20,946
|-
| 2011|| 93,836 ||24,310
|-
| 2012|| 109,813 ||29,364
|-
| 2013||  ||32,553
|-
| 2014||  ||35,000
|}

==References==
{{reflist}}

== External links ==
* {{commons category inline|Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class}}
* {{Official website|http://www5.mercedes-benz.com/en/vehicles/passenger-cars/glk-class/}}
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