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2014 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2014 models.

Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class
Pictured: Mercedes-Benz GLK 220 CDI 4MATIC Sport-Paket AMG (X 204, Facelift) – Frontansicht, 24. August 2014, Düsseldorf. Photo: M 93, CC BY-SA 3.0 de, via Wikimedia Commons
Class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Body styles
Glk 250 Bluetec 4dr SUV AWD, Glk 350 4matic 4dr SUV AWD
Engines
2.1L 4-cyl turbo, 3.5L 6-cyl
Drivetrain
4-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Diesel, Premium Gasoline
MPG (best)
27 combined · 24 city / 32 hwy
Length
178.3 in
Curb weight
4,068–4,244 lb
NHTSA rating
Not rated
Recalls
0 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

  • Excellent fuel economyUp to 27 MPG combined — 24% better than the average 2014 small SUV (21.8 MPG).
  • AWD / 4WD available
  • Few owner complaints0 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 22 for similar models.
  • No recalls so far

Watch out for

No weak spots against similar models in the data.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 11 similar 2014 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2014 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class is a small SUV offered with 2 engines (2.1L 4-cyl turbo and 3.5L 6-cyl) and 4-wheel drive and rear-wheel drive.

It measures about 178 inches long and 72 inches wide on a 109-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,244 lb (Glk 250 Bluetec 4dr SUV AWD).

EPA rates its most efficient version at 27 MPG combined (24 city / 32 highway), 24% better than the 2014 small SUV average of 21.8 MPG, for an estimated $3,550 a year in fuel.

NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.

There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.

What changed for 2014

No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2013 GLK-Class — a carry-over year in the data.

Compared with 2013; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2013 GLK-Class →

Dimensions & weight

BodyLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack F / RCurb weightWeight F/R
Glk 250 Bluetec 4dr SUV AWD178.3 in72.4 in66.9 in108.7 in61.8 / 63 in4,244 lb52/48
Glk 350 4matic 4dr SUV AWD178.3 in72.4 in66.9 in108.7 in61.8 / 63 in4,068 lb52/48

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →

Engines, MPG & running costs

VersionEngineTransmissionDriveCity / Hwy / Combvs. classFuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
GLK250 Bluetec 4matic Diesel2.1L 4-cyl turboAutomatic 7-spd4-Wheel Drive24 / 32 / 27+24%$3,550371
GLK3503.5L 6-cylAutomatic 7-spdRear-Wheel Drive19 / 26 / 22-5%$3,750413
GLK350 4matic3.5L 6-cylAutomatic 7-spd4-Wheel Drive19 / 25 / 21-4%$3,900426
GLK3503.5L 6-cylAutomatic 7-spdRear-Wheel Drive19 / 25 / 21-9%$3,900420
GLK350 4matic3.5L 6-cylAutomatic 7-spd4-Wheel Drive18 / 25 / 21-4%$3,900431
7/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
6/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Spend $5,750Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
21.8 MPG2014 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2014 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2014 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class.

Similar 2014 small SUVs

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2014 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class (this car)27 MPGNot rated0
2014 Mercedes-Benz G-Class13 MPGNot rated0
2014 Land Rover Range Rover24 MPGNot rated13
2014 BMW X324 MPGNot rated6
2014 Lexus RX29 MPGNot rated0
2014 Audi Q526 MPG★★★★★5
2014 Volvo XC6021 MPG★★★★★2

Recalls (0)

No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2014 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class.

Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2014 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

No owner complaints for the 2014 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class in NHTSA's database since 2015.

Used 2014 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class buyer's checklist

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
  2. Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2014 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other GLK-Class years

Compare all years →
YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2015 GLK-Class27178.3 inNot rated00
2013 GLK-Class27178.3 inNot rated00
2012 GLK-Class18178.3 inNot rated00
2011 GLK-Class18178.3 inNot rated00
2010 GLK-Class18178.3 inNot rated00

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Mercedes-Benz. How we calculate this →