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"The GLK rounds off our extremely successful SUV family, and transfers typical Mercedes-Benz attributes such as refinement, dynamism and safety into a compact format. This means that the bar in this market segment has now been raised considerably,"says Mr. Irfan Tansel, General Manager of EMC.
The multi-talented GLK not only sets itself apart from the competitive line-up by virtue of its functional yet strikingly attractive body design, but also reconciles attributes that were previously completely contradictory thanks to the Agility Control suspension, outstanding performance and handling safety are now matched by a first-class level of ride comfort.
Working in conjunction with the onboard electronic control systems, the variable 4MATIC four-wheel drive ensures perfect on-road performance together with well-balanced off-road capabilities.
Superior performance is assured by the range of powerful yet economical and environmentally compatible six-cylinder engines. The 280 comes with 231 horsepower while the 3.4 litre 272 horsepower 350 model can hit 100 kmh in just 6.7 seconds - that's sports car performance!.
A very high standard of onboard features and attractive equipment packages will distinguish the GLK from the rest of the compact SUV field. Moreover, the very latest systems such as the trailblazing PRE SAFE safety concept or the Intelligent Light System (ILS) are available for the first time in this market segment.
The GLK-Class model range is equipped to an exceptionally high standard. There are also two equipment packages to choose from, allowing customers to tailor the GLK to their own requirements. The standard exterior sports package consists of 19-inch 7-spoke light-alloy wheels, stiffer sports suspension lowered by 20 millimetres and a chrome package with roof rails in aluminium.
Alternatively, customers can select the off-road styling package, featuring 17-inch light-alloy wheels, robust off-road pads and simulated underguards on the front and rear apron as well as the chrome package as standard. The only difference is that this version has matt black roof rails, in keeping with the off-road look.
The off-road engineering package - with DSR switch, a "G" switch for activating a special off-road program and a heavy-duty, weight-optimised underguard and underbody protection in Gemtex - is also available as an optional extra.
If the COMAND APS system is specified, the navigation system has a useful extra feature designed specifically for off-road vehicles. If the vehicle enters an area not covered by digitised maps, the driver can activate a tracking system to save the vehicle's route. This means that GLK drivers can always find a way back to their starting point.
Posted by Rana Mesbah
