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2014 Mercedes-Benz X204 GLK 220 CDI 7G-Tronic (Automatic / 7 Gears) RWD [2012-2015]

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Overview

2014 Mercedes-Benz X204 GLK 220 CDI 7G-Tronic (Automatic / 7 Gears) RWD [2012-2015]

The 2014 Mercedes-Benz GLK 220 CDI 7G-Tronic, offered in Europe from May 2012 to August 2015 (X204 Phase-II facelift), is a model of the Large D-Segment rear-wheel-drive (RWD) luxury compact SUV. This variant is notable for its updated chassis (facelift) and diesel engine, including a 2143 cm3 Line 4 diesel engine (Daimler-Benz OM651 DE22) with two turbochargers and Common Rail. The engine produces 170 hp / 168 hp / 125 kW at 3200 – 4200 rpm and 400 Nm of torque at 1400 – 2800 rpm. Combined with a 7-speed automatic transmission (Daimler-Benz 7G-Tronic) , it accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 9.4 seconds and reaches a top speed of 200 km/h . Its combined fuel consumption is 6.8 L/100km . The car has a length of 4536 mm , a width of 1840 mm, a height of 1669 mm and weighs 1770 kg , with a fuel tank of 66 liters.

Model:X204 GLK 220 CDI 7G-Tronic
Production year:2014
Transmission:Automatic 7 speed
Starting price:€41,000
Engine size:2.1 L
Max torque:400 Nm
Cylinders alignment:Line 4
Charge system:Diesel with 2 turbocharger
Displacement:2143 cm3
Max power:170 PS / 168 hp / 125 kW
Fuel type:Diesel
Fuel consumption:6.8 L/100km combined
Extra-urban:5.2-6.2 L/100km
City:7.8-9.4 L/100km
Emission standard:Euro 5
Body style:SUV
0-80 km/h:6.3 s
0-100 km/h:9.4 s
0-160 km/h:29.4 s
0-200 km/h:484.7 s
Top speed:200 km/h
Curb weight:1770 kg
Gross weight:2420 kg
Length:4536 mm
Width:1840 mm
Height:1669 mm
Fuel capacity:66 liters

Expert Assessment

Consumption
80%
Safety
85%
Performance
85%
Driveability
80%
Durability
75%
Maintenance
60%
Design
70%
Summary

The Mercedes-Benz GLK 220 CDI 7G-Tronic (2014) is rated by experts for very good fuel efficiency (6.8 L/100km), strong torque (400 Nm) and updated luxury interior (Phase-II facelift). It stands out for its high driving comfort thanks to its 7G-Tronic automatic transmission. The main downsides are average acceleration performance (9.4s 0-100km/h) and limited rear/luggage space. Common problems reported with the OM651 engine in this generation include problems with the timing chain, EGR valve defects, and electrical system defects.

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