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Younger brother. New Mercedes-Benz GLK class

The segment of compact SUVs replenished with Mercedes-Benz GLK class. Among competitors, it stands out by a vivid individual character, and the literal G in the name of the model indicates kinship with the legendary vehicles of increased cross-class cross-country classes.
 
This impressive and universal machine from rivals is distinguished by a functional and spectacular shape of the body. The car combines qualities that still seemed absolutely incompatible. So, thanks to the Agility Control suspension, outstanding dynamics and the excellent level of security of this model are perfectly combined with amazingly high comfort. The 4Matic all -wheel drive is a full -wheel drive in combination with electronic devices for regulating dynamic characteristics allows the driver to feel confident both on high -speed routes and on roadway.
 
Currently, the Russian market is offered two basic modifications of new products equipped with 6-cylinder gasoline engines, GLK280 with a capacity of 231 liters. With. and GLK 350 with a capacity of 272 l. With. Both options are highly effective and environmentally friendly. In GLK 280, fuel consumption in mixed qi-cla is 10.2 liters per 100 km, emissions CO2 245 g/km; GLK350 has 10.4 liters per 100 km and 250 g/km.
 
A modification with a 6-cylinder diesel is also available, equipped with a Common-Rail power system. This engine develops a power of 224 liters. With. And it gives out the maximum torque of 540 nm. Speed \u200b\u200bfrom 0 to 100 km/h the car is gaining for 7.5 s. Fuel consumption in a mixed cycle is 7.9 liters per 100 km, emissions CO2 209 g/km.
 
A high-strength body of a new SUV guarantee of exemplary passive safety, impressive soundproofing and comfort of a salon, which is distinguished by an atmosphere of comfort and a high level of performance, so characteristic of Mercedes-Benz products. The magnificent equipment and a number of tempting equipment packages are even more given to this model from the total mass of compact SUVs. In addition, such advanced technical solutions as the PRE-SAFE passengers system or the intelligent Light System Pre-Safe passengers or the intelligent Light System) became first available to this segment.
 
The GLK-class equipment will satisfy the needs of the most demanding customers. The basic version contains a double-zone automatic climate control of Thermatic, a 4Matic permanent all-wheel drive system, a 7G-Tronic 7G-Tronic Automatic Co-Robbery with Comfort and Sport modes, adaptive airbags for the driver and in front of the passenger, AGILITY CONTROL suspension from an electoral a damping system, ABS in combination with an emergency braking system BAS and an anti-leaving Hill Start Assist system, Audio 20 acoustic system with a built-in Bluetooth interface, a microphone and a central 5-inch color displays, active head restraints for the driver and passengers, seat belt pretensors for the driver and all passengers.
 
At the same time, sales of the exclusive version of Edition1, equipped with a sport packet, 20-inch wheels, an Easy Pack with electric drive, as well as glazing the back of the cabin with special tinting, start with standard modifications. The internal space was solved in accordance with the Designo execution line: the seats are upholstered with a black and white nappa-kozh, the multifunction steering wheel AMG is covered with skin, black ceiling upholstery, aluminum decorative details, as well as the multimedia system Comand APS. For these exclusive versions of the GLK class, white calcite paintwork will be offered, but if desired, the client will be able to choose from other available colors. As for the engine, any of the proposed 6-cylinder V6 units is installed on the GLK Edition SUV.
 
GLK class cars are produced exclusively at the factory in Bremen. In Russia, prices for a new car start from a mark of 1,845,000 rubles.

   
   
 

Source: Magazine Cars and Prices February 9, 2009.