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Used Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class: the years to buy and the years to skip
Every Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class from 2010 to 2015: what each year typically sells for (about $8,000 to $12,000), its crash rating, and whether it's a year to target or skip. The best bets are 2010–2015.
2010–2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class
A boxy compact luxury SUV with solid build quality and agile, car-like handling.
Years to target: 2010–2015. It has an average reliability record.
| Year | Typical price | Verdict | Crash rating | Typical miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | $8,000 | Target | Not rated | ~135,000 |
| 2011 | $8,500 | Target | Not rated | ~125,000 |
| 2012 | $9,000 | Target | Not rated | ~120,000 |
| 2013 | $10,000 | Target | Not rated | ~110,000 |
| 2014 | $10,500 | Target | Not rated | ~100,000 |
| 2015 | $12,000 | Target | Not rated | ~95,000 |
Worth knowing
- Rear seat and cargo space are tight, fuel economy is mediocre, and repair costs run high compared with mainstream compact SUVs.
- It requires premium fuel.
The trim we'd park in our garage
Aim for a 2013 or later GLK350 4Matic, which got a more powerful and efficient V6 and a refreshed interior; the GLK250 BlueTEC diesel adds range.
On the test drive
Look under the engine for oil leaks, which are common on the V6, and confirm all COMAND screen functions work. Pay for an inspection at an independent shop that specializes in the brand.
Safety tech
- Automatic emergency braking: optional from 2013, never standard in this generation.
- Adaptive cruise control: optional from 2013, never standard in this generation.
- Blind-spot monitoring: not standard in this generation, so check the listing.
Also worth comparing at this price
- Toyota RAV4 2012 · $8,500
- Toyota Venza 2010–2012 · $8,500–$10,000
- Honda CR-V 2011 · $9,000
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Prices are typical dealer and private asking prices from used listings, collected in September and October 2026, for an average-mileage car. Years with too few listings are estimated from nearby years. Crash ratings, recalls and owner complaint counts come from NHTSA public records. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and a vehicle history report before you buy. Spot something off? Let us know.