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2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class

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Rating7.8

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$35,500 - $37,500
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Distinctive design inside and out

Poor ingress and egress

No significant changes

Ample interior space

Average interior space

Lots of standard equipment

Expensive than the rivals

Lots of standard equipment

Strong V6 engine

Specs & Features

$35,500

price

268 hp @ 6000 rpm

horsepower

258 lb.-ft. @ 2400 rpm

torque

7-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

3.5L 6cyl RWD 7A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class SUV is a proud member of the compact SUV segment, locking horns with cars like the Volvo XC60, the BMW X3 SUV, and the Audi Q5 SUV. With standalone trim, the Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class starts off at a base price of MSRP of $35,500. Its 3.5L V6 engine and 7-speed automatic transmission give the SUV 268 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque. With that, it manages a 0-60 of 7.2 seconds and boasts a maximum towing capacity of 3,500 pounds. Moving to fuel economy, the GLK-Class manages to get a combined EPA rating of 18 MPG, a poor number for the class, giving its rivals an edge. It also has a ground clearance of 7.9 inches.

Buying Advice

Though the GLK-Class comes in single trim level, it boasts a wealth of features. Try to invest in the available Premium 1 package and Appearance package for a more refined ride experience.

Trims

    350
    $35,500 onwards
    • Engine: 3.5L 6cyl RWD 7A
    • Horsepower: 268 hp @ 6000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 258 lb.-ft. @ 2400 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 6.79 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 18 mpg

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7.8
2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class

Price

$35,500- $37,500

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.77

Horsepower

268 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque

258 lb.-ft. @ 2400 rpm

Capacity

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2011 BMW X3

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2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    		SourceCompare
    		6.79 sec--
    		5.4 sec14.1 sec-
    2011 BMW X3

    Ranked #2

    		6.7 sec15.1 sec122 mph
    2011 Audi Q5

    Ranked #4

    		7.5 sec15.7 sec120 mph
    		7.8 sec15.3 sec116 mph
    		9.1 sec-130 mph
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    2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      		SourceCompare
      		16 mpg23 mpg18 mpg17.4 gal.278.4/400.2 mi.
      2011 Audi Q5

      Ranked #1

      		20 mpg27 mpg22 mpg19.8 gal.396/534.6 mi.
      2011 BMW X3

      Ranked #2

      		19 mpg25 mpg21 mpg17.7 gal.336.3/442.5 mi.
      		18 mpg25 mpg21 mpg18.5 gal.333/462.5 mi.
      		19 mpg24 mpg21 mpg18 gal.342/432 mi.
      		17 mpg24 mpg20 mpg20 gal.340/480 mi.

      2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        		SourceCompare
        		178.2 in.79.4 in.66.9 in.7.9 in.108.5 in.
        2011 BMW X3

        Ranked #1

        		183 in.74.1 in.65.4 in.8 in.110.6 in.
        		182.3 in.71 in.61.9 in.6.5 in.110.2 in.
        		182.2 in.74.4 in.67.4 in.9.1 in.109.2 in.
        2011 Audi Q5

        Ranked #3

        		182.2 in.74 in.65.1 in.7.9 in.110.5 in.
        		180.7 in.73.6 in.65.1 in.6.3 in.104.3 in.

        2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          		SourceCompare
          		23.3 cu.ft.-54.7 cu.ft.
          		27.8 cu.ft.101.4 cu.ft.60.6 cu.ft.
          		18.6 cu.ft.88.5 cu.ft.47.4 cu.ft.
          2011 BMW X3

          Ranked #3

          		27.6 cu.ft.90.1 cu.ft.70.8 cu.ft.
          		30.8 cu.ft.99 cu.ft.67.4 cu.ft.
          2011 Audi Q5

          Ranked #5

          		29.1 cu.ft.101.5 cu.ft.57.3 cu.ft.

          2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            		SourceCompare
            		51.8 cu.ft.23.3 cu.ft.54.7 cu.ft.73 ft.
            2011 Audi Q5

            Ranked #2

            		57.3 cu.ft.29.1 cu.ft.57.3 cu.ft.78 ft.
            		80.1 cu.ft.18.6 cu.ft.47.4 cu.ft.-
            		486.5 cu.ft.27.8 cu.ft.60.6 cu.ft.379 ft.
            		67.4 cu.ft.30.8 cu.ft.67.4 cu.ft.-
            2011 BMW X3

            Ranked #6

            		70.8 cu.ft.27.6 cu.ft.70.8 cu.ft.-

            2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              		SourceCompare
              		3500 lbs.1433 lbs.3979 lbs.
              		8500 lbs.1096 lbs.3764 lbs.
              2011 Audi Q5

              Ranked #2

              		4400 lbs.1047 lbs.4090 lbs.
              2011 BMW X3

              Ranked #3

              		3500 lbs.904 lbs.4112 lbs.
              		3300 lbs.1396 lbs.3958 lbs.
              		1500 lbs.870 lbs.3743 lbs.

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