2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class

The 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class offers a rugged look on the outside. The overall design is the epitome of what a marriage between form and function should be. Smooth, clean lines give the 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class its outdoorsy look without pushing it toward boxy.

In the cockpit, drivers and passengers are treated to clean design, easy-to-use controls, and beautifully appointed seating, gauge cluster, and dash. Trims consisting of either burl walnut, black ash, or aluminum are available and complement the MB-Tex premium upholstery.

Under the hood, a standard 3.5-liter, 268-hp V-6 propels the 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class down the road

Options, Styles, and Trims

The 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class is available in rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. The all-wheel drive version also boasts the 4MATIC® upgrade. The standard package consists of 19-inch alloy wheels, six-speaker sound, CD-player with auxiliary audio jack, COMAND electronics, Bluetooth, leather-wrapped tilt and telescoping steering wheel, dual-zone climate control, roof rails, MB-Tex premium upholstery, eight-way power front seats, automatic headlights with wipers, and fog lamps in the front and rear. Some of the upgraded options include USB/MP3 interface, real-time traffic, navigation system, four-way power lumbar adjustment, power-adjustable steering wheel, auto-dimming mirrors, power lift gate, leather seating, 20-inch wheels, heated front seats, and a rear-seat entertainment system.

Performance and Powertrain

Power has never been an issue with Mercedes-Benz products, and the 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class is no different. Featuring a 3.5-liter V-6 that pushes 268-hp and 258-lb-ft of torque, the 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class has no issue with hills, hauling a load, or powering through an off-road trail. The seven-speed automatic transmission provides smooth shifting on the highway or in the country. Upgrading to all-wheel drive gives you the safety and stability associated with Mercedes-Benz 4MATIC® technology. The EPA estimates that the gas mileage on the 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class is 16-mpg in the city and 22-mpg on the highway.

The 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class also receives a high safety rating. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety gives the GLK-Class top marks with a “Good” rating

Mercedes-Benz is the hallmark for top-of-the-line, luxury motor vehicles. Their track record is beyond compare, and the GLK-Class continues this tradition. With a base MSRP of $35,880, you’d be hard pressed to find a better luxury crossover for your money.