Although the GLK certainly has its virtues, it trails most of the competition in this class. It's quick, quiet and agile. The interior is luxurious. Ride comfort is good while cruising highways, but not so good at lower speeds. The GLK's V6 engine is powerful, but requires premium gasoline. Rear-seat room is sparse, and several controls are complicated.
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Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class Road Test
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We recommend getting the Premium package, which includes a nice panoramic sunroof, an MP3 interface, and a power liftgate. Skip the optional running boards, as they just get in the way. We'd also pass on paying extra for leather, as the standard MB-Tex vinyl is a...