Mercedes-Benz GLK (spy photos & info)

[tennmb]

Cayenne? What???

You can get the ML with the optional air suspension, which increases clearence.

The GLK is targeted to enter under the ML. The interior on the ML is very quality. It could use some sprucing up in terms of presentation, but the quality is very, very good. In fact the interior on the ML is identical to the GL except for the stitching on the dash and one piece of wood trim.

The GLK may look more off-road capable, but don't be fooled. Word is it shares its underpinnings with the new C.


We sell about one new G wagon every 14 months. So saying it sells after 25 years is a little vague.

 

[Merc1]

Thanks for the pics, it looks to be the same size as the ML!!! I can't wait to see this and the obvious facelift the ML is going to need/get.

M

 

[tennmb]

Looks very, very good. I am so glad they did not go with a crossover look, and stuck with SUV styling. Now, if they'd just beef up the look of the ML to go along with the GL and GLK.

 

[Merc1]

Detroit for this one I bet.

M

 

[siko]

Latest batch from LLN...

 

[Merc1]

As usual you can really tell what it is going to look like at this point. This one and the SL FL are ready for show.

M

 

[Centurion]

A C-class SUV yummy!! I'm loving the utility shape too, gorgeous proportions.
The heavy camo just came off this thing so I don't think we'll see it at LA where the face lifted SL will be in the spot light.

 

[PanterroR]

Mercedes GLK could be LHD only

Posted on Monday 5 November 2007

The newest small crossover wagon in Mercedes’ lineup might not get a right-hand drive variant. Despite high expected demand in RHD countries, the GLK is built on the left-hand drive C-class 4Matic platform, and Mercedez-Benz has no plans to make a RHD variant available. Nevertheless, Mercedes-Benz Australia will push for the change at a conference in Stuttgart, Germany this week.

Built on the LHD-only C-Class 4Matic platform, the GLK is not likely to receive a RHD version because the conversion would require significant engineering investment, reports GoAuto. Some believe the investment would be worthwhile in the long haul, but clearly corporate headquarters is not yet in agreement. While a Mercedes-Benz exec is quoted as understanding that the chances of getting the conversion approved are “less than 50-50″ it will nevertheless be pursued. The GLK would compete with BMW’s X3, Audi’s Q5 and Volvo’s XC60 in RHD markets if approved. If it is not, those competitors will have an easier time.

 

[Centurion]

^^
BS!! There will a RHD version, The UK is a big and very important market for MB.

 

[PanterroR]

Whatever the case is i say: f me if i'd ever be able to change gears with my left arm! Never!

 

[coolraoul]

Yep, I don't see a power-seller like the GLK remain LHD only. What you can understand for an SLR is truly impossible for such a car like the GLK. I don't buy it.

 

[DC_insider]

^^
BS!! There will a RHD version, The UK is a big and very important market for MB.

Sorry. I heard last week that the GLK will not be coming to the UK.

 

[Centurion]

Sorry. I heard last week that the GLK will not be coming to the UK.

Seriously? You've gotta be kidding me.

 

[bmer]

Sorry. I heard last week that the GLK will not be coming to the UK.

That's interesting! Any idea how well the ML has been selling in UK?

 

[PHYBENZ]

 

[SCOTT27]

They are filming and photographing the GLK in Iceland. I am there with my "project" as for the styling in real life ? meh too much straight angles. More boxier than the GL-Klasse.

 

[vabboud]

looks very much like a first gen honda CRV (which is a fine car for what it's worth)

 

[Centurion]

Boxier than the G-wagon? Sweet that's how I want it.

Does it look anything like this:

Mercedes GLK could be LHD only
Mercedes GLK could be LHD only

 

[Centurion]

New chop, me like very much.

 

[Merc1]

I do too.

M