2010 Mercedes GLK 350 4matic Review - The Beauty Of Reliability

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The thoughts, feelings, and opinions expressed in this video are the sole thoughts of Zack and no one else. The purpose of this video is to provide entertainment with the hope that you will take what you see and formulate your own opinions. I highly recommend consuming other reviews of this vehicle before making any form of financial decision.
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Timecodes:
0:00 - Intro
1:03 - Engine / Transmission
2:53 - Interior
5:55 - BFB Test
6:20 - Interior
6:42 - Back Seats
8:03 - Trunk / Cargo Space
8:41 - Exterior
9:09 - Final Thoughts
12:49 - Outro

[@ChuckMahon]

13 years + and 250,000 miles on mine! Most reliable vehicle I have ever owned.

[@mosababdelmagid2554]

did you have to change timing chain at all?

[@ChuckMahon]

@@mosababdelmagid2554 no

[@AbesamisM]

The 2010 glk 350 has been in my family since it was new. Now at 170000 km for me. It’s running great. Love the naturally aspirated feel.

[@Rob-cy5xj]

Thank you for that comment, currently buying a used one since I really wanan drive one but it's on good amount of miles (205050) but I know with a good maintance it can go for insane amount of miles, the one I wanna purchase looks very nice, wish me luck!

[@mfsusanoo7238]

Thats reassuring

[@tianyuanwang9981]

This video brings back so much memory. My first car was a 3-yr old 2010 pre-owned GLK350 with 50k km on the clock up in Canada as a college kid. Your final thoughts really touched me. Like you said, the car is so reliable, so relaxing to drive, and makes you focus more on the scenery and the life events that you drove it in. Such a shame that its successor, the Mercedes GLC lost that boxy look completely. Great video, Zack!

[@kiantt11]

Totally agree

[@MercedesW210MN]

The GLB still has the boxy look

[@samsonchan1488]

I’m daily driving a 2012 GLK and you’re spot on. No major issues and it’s at 130k (was bought at 30k miles). Such a great V6 and handling even against SUV’s today. The only annoy quirk is the turn signal stalk being so low on the steering column. And really hot seat heaters… ahhhh

[@shtevie]

Any update? I’m looking to get one at 140k from a family friend who took care of it. Hoping to get to 200k without paying as much as a new car 😂

[@jordanimatedstreaming]

I saw one of these when I was on a walk yesterday. It's really nicely packaged and still looks great even as style trends have changed. One of Mercs more simplistic models.

[@OTurkey24]

Has an old money vibe to it ❤

[@detaildad4894]

As an ex Benz tech, I can tell you firsthand that at 141000 miles, that thing should be on its 3rd set of motors mounts and in a 4matic that is a very expensive service. If the mounts have never been done, it's not doing it justice. They drive completely different with blown mounts.

[@detaildad4894]

@andy_182 over 2k if I remeber correctly. front axles case blocks easy accees to the mounts.

[@amraa0525]

To be honest depends from ur mechanic. Mine charged me 1100 . Even did the transmission mount

[@qimom11]

Uh yah, she's needed new mounts for years. Since it's just a vibration, and is expensive, at least 2k-2.5k, I haven't done it. Cool to know it'd be a sweeter ride by far if I did do it.

[@Newthon-ds6os]

In the future I'm gona buy Lexus and Toyota only, mi uncle hace a 96 corolla and still start at first, with 756000 km and he never replaces nothing, motor and transmission just keep running from factory, and I've seen Tundra with 1 million miles ez, definitely I'm go a buy a Toyota or Lexus in the future

[@kidflashb0390]

Hey my 2012 GLK just suddenly lost power. I pulled over and now it won’t start. I’ve got a video if that will help you my fine ex Benz tech. I would appreciate any help

[@abie6837]

I bought my 2015 GLK during the pandemic and it was my ideal "Barbie dream car" lol. I love this car sooo much and it was always reliable. I recently graduated nursing school so I'm upgrading to a GLB

[@derrickdavis7917]

Congrats! I love my GLK! Going to upgrade to a Sprinter personally since I run a car detailing business!

[@RossEnzo]

Don’t do it! The GLK is a better car than the GLB!

[@melissahcat123]

I’m a nursing student currently and want one of these!! Did you do regular maintenance on it and have no issues?

[@RossEnzo]

@@melissahcat123 Theyre not bad cars just make sure you buy one from someone who maintained it.

[@abie6837]

@@melissahcat123 yes, I got the regular maintenance and I didn’t have any issues. I love the GLK

[@melissahubb2651]

I just got a 2014 Black GLK 4matic and it has the same computer system as the 10 that you reviewed but I love it!!! I love, love, love driving it. It is smooth and comfortable and I have a 33 mile trip to work. I was so happy to hear this review about this model. Mine came ceramic coated as well. It handles great and definitely has spunk. Love my GLK.

[@adamharris2674]

I bought a left for dead 2013 GLK 350 4Matic for $500 that a local repair shop refused to fix because of the front input shaft u-joint issue. Mercedes wants you to replace the entire transmission. Well, I fixed it for $500 in parts and it is one amazing vehicle! It has 327,000 miles on it!

[@kidflashb0390]

Hey man I might need your expertise on an issue I’m having with mine right now. I’ve got video of the problem if you want to give it a go.

[@adamharris2674]

@@kidflashb0390 sure, shoot a link.

[@seanvgainey]

I’m a big Mercedes fan and would love to see more classic Mercedes from the 1980’s to early 2000’s. Great video!

[@thabitpulak]

Great review my dude! The monologue at the end about the car’s personality and how it fits in your life, reminded me a bit of regular car reviews (with your own unique twist!). Keep up the awesome work my dude!

[@kiantt11]

Love the video like always! I definitely agree with you about the memories, because I have been to so many fun places and done so many cool things in this car. I think the sport mode spices things up a bit, but I’m also a bit bias 😅

[@eskimochild87]

One of my favorite SUV for the styling

[@M_Customized_Box]

“it seems like a safety concern, but…that’s okay” words spoken by a true car guy right there

[@thelifeofjessejames]

The balance shaft issues with the M272 was resolved around mid 2007. My E350 is a 2008 and it's outside the affected range

[@nickf4333]

Thanks for the review and background information, I always thought the style was clean

[@flyBri831]

I dig your video dude. The last part was very well done and said. I just subscribed.

[@bobchan1666]

Love your final thoughts sections - totally true and agreed 100%

[@lamonicacampbell]

I love my 2010 GLK, 95k miles and going strong!

[@tomk8972]

Still looks wayyyy nicer than the new glc and has a better engine too

[@cyrilmatthew2995]

Atleast it had a proper rear wheel driven format drivetrain and compact size that made it a proper compact crossover

[@damilolaakanni]

This has the centre mounted shifter, which I prefer. The later models got a column mounted electronic shifter which could take some time to get used to.

[@detonater1348]

Nahh mercs are better with a column shifter. Classy and simple to use.

[@bngr_bngr]

My 2013 has the column shifter.

[@onixfieroandscalemodelworks]

I’m a mb tech and the balance shaft issue was a no. Issue by the middle of 2007. There are several issue with this car. The biggest problem with them along with several other Benz models of this vitage is rust. They have the tendency to rot out their rear subframes and brake lines. I’ve seen even low mileage cars with completely rotted out subframes and brake lines. This issue started with 2010 models up until 2016. Other than that it has the usual mb issues such as motor mounts and oil leaks . I actually like this vehicle as it’s very useful .

[@qimom11]

ya you nailed it, our left rear brake line busted last summer on vacation in Michigan! Which was a good thing b/c I guess it was way cheaper in there in Petoskey to fix it than it would have been back home here in Chicago burbs. :)

[@Metalodeath]

Yeah the rear frame on my 2011 c300 rotted out I’m at 115k miles and it does have oil leaks as well

[@onixfieroandscalemodelworks]

The strange thing is all these problems started around 2010. I have a 2009 e class and have no problems at all.

[@kidflashb0390]

I’ve got an issue that happened today on my 12 GLK. If you have time, I’d really appreciate it if you have a crack at the issue.

[@redriver15262]

we've had ours for like 3 years and its been solid. Had to replace a door lock actuator ($900) and the key stopped working randomly and we were left stranded at the store and had to tow it home and get a new key ($300 + $100 tow) but other than that its been good. My C350 however has been FLAWLESS for 5 years

[@pranavchoori99]

oh wow the key thing happened to me and left me stranded as well, cost about the same!

[@Beastie_Boy33]

was the problem the key itself? or the ELS motor that locks and unlocks the wheel. I've seen that the ELS is a common failure point, and not a fun one to get.

[@redriver15262]

@@Beastie_Boy33 it was the key. we knew it because the car wouldnt lock or unlock anymore or anything. if the car still locks and unlocks with the fob then the problem is the ESL

[@robertborne895]

Many European cars have a three position memory seat option…our Volvo’s also do. And let the owner know that the front seat leather can be replaced for under $300. Well worth it.

[@MegaNinjaMonkeyZord]

What I like about it is that it looks like something MB wolud designed in the early 90s

[@dave11686]

Always liked these

[@Chris_Adams1]

Spot 959!?!?! Is that a hint Zack? Are you getting a 959? He’s playing with us! Get him!!!

[@catcityhulk]

I tried resetting the maintenance warning, and it says unable to fulfill... any idea why and how to fix? Thanks

[@mbrenterprisesbdif]

Own car submission is great idea zac

[@firedog2694]

This crossover is great. MB should start making them again.

[@RealDopeWorld]

Great Piece. The car & your video.

[@paulevans240]

Driving a 2012 GLK and no problems at all as of 2024. Good acceleration, braking and handling for an SUV. Only compliant is the MPG, but, it is paid for and has been reliable.

[@Bleachanna]

i like these a good bit but the engine is slow for the ratings and has a bad tendency of leaking oil. the suspension can get kinda sloppy and the seats rip very easily. it also has a massive similar style to the first generation highlander.

[@baronvonjo1929]

I am very surprised how plastic fantastic that interior is. It's everywhere.

[@TheReginarich]

I have a 2015 T.O.K. do I have a back up camera as well?

[@joelruiz3888]

Do yall have any opinions about the mercedes 3.5l v6?

[@rafaelcheck653]

love watching this at work lol

[@Rob-cy5xj]

Planning to buy a used one which is nicely maintained on around 205,050 miles guys if it's well maintained do you think it's a good idea? I've always wanted one but that's the price range I can afford at the moment.

[@gregorycoleman2149]

Does anyone know if rear facing car seats fit in the back of this car??

[@emvilegaspi3811]

This was my dream merc. Anything like this or an Amg suv

[@bngr_bngr]

I love the G wagon looks.

[@kiantt11]

Yeah these are amazingly fun daily drivers

[@aaryeshg.6526]

I think only Merc today that sort of has the boxy look like the G wagen is the GLB. The other models have gone to the coupe/curved looks.

[@mfsusanoo7238]

7:41 on the topic of transformers style things, this is the car Soundwave turns into for the Dark Of The Moon game, a prequel to the actual movie

[@gregorycoleman2149]

I hope you do the Mercedes R class some day!

[@flazada]

I know this is a year old but I'm in the market for a pre owned SUV and I found one of these in beautiful condition with 140k miles for $6,700. Should I jump on it?

[@tall_dude1233]

My parents own one of these, except it's white. However theirs does not have the backup camera. The seat is worn on the driver's side above the lumbar controls, where as this one is worn in the middle on the bottom cushion.

[@bngr_bngr]

Your car is wired for a camera.

[@tall_dude1233]

@@bngr_bngr My parents took it to the Mercedes-Benz dealer, and they said that there's no way to get a back-up camera installed, unless they go aftermarket (replace the rear view mirror)

[@bngr_bngr]

@@tall_dude1233 my car is a 2013. The car was already wired for a camera. I just bought the OEM camera and installed it. Not sure which cars came pre-wired.

[@tall_dude1233]

@@bngr_bngr The 2013 was redesigned, it has a slightly different dash layout.

[@sazlefraz]

dude this vid is convincing me to buy a 2016 e 350 wagon cause i thinkit has a more modern version of this engine in it -3-

[@michaeltaiwo6462]

I'm a big fan of Mercedes-Benz. In fact, 2010 GLK 350 4MATIC is my choice which is due to how portable it is. Although, I don't have it yet. I'm up for someone to gift that Mercedes-Benz

[@mbrenterprisesbdif]

Bro im buying 1 soon 2010 too white...$7k They want $7500 doe

[@ZBinxsy]

Picked up a 2015 with 43k, wasnt on my radar at since Ive been in hondas all the way up to now. But started reading about it and test drove a few and it fills the need that someone may want a wagon and doesnt want a subaru/volvo. I drove an e350 wagon which has the same engine but found this to be just more what I wanted. i could care less its a Merc. I wanted a V6 Na engine and the engine bay is roomy.

[@WakkoYakkoDot123]

I cheered when it passed the BFB test

[@kiantt11]

Same 😂

[@bradbudish7255]

Not a mention of the ESL issue. 2500$ and good luck getting an appointment. The esl failure will leave you stranded in the middle of the night in -10 degree temps.

[@amraa0525]

I have exact car with exact rust on rear passenger. Freaky

[@kc0lif]

nice car. it passed big friggin bottle that's rare.

[@Jordi7174]

I didn't really like this era of Mercedes. The interior looked very Chrysler/Dodge like. For instance, If you look at the side driver and passenger air vents in the GLK, they look almost identical to the same vents in the 2007-11 Dodge Avenger.

[@bwofficial1776]

Mercedes-Benz's parent company Daimler owned Chrysler in the 00s before they sold it to Fiat. Many of their platforms were co-developed.

[@Jordi7174]

@@bwofficial1776 Exactly. 💯

[@celyl]

My drive shaft broke. $700 repair. My buddy had same replaced.

[@chuffer1486]

Glks look nice

[@joaomedina1]

"The cheaper side of clickiness", I love car videos.

[@wolfgangiceclaw]

Reliable? I have a 2014 GLK350 that currently has 89,000 miles. I bought it 2 years ago and its been to the shop for repairs 5 times. ABS sensor, radio died, engine and transmission mounts, A/C compressor and a fuel leak.

[@amraa0525]

Different engine from 2013

[@qimom11]

did you replace engine mounts? mine have been trashed for probably 6 years plus and it just causes vibration.

[@wolfgangiceclaw]

@@qimom11 I had them replaced while it was still under warranty.

[@wolfgangiceclaw]

@@amraa0525 I have no issues with the engine or the 7 speed transmission, it's everything else. Plus the fact that the interior is not holding up. I've had to replace the button caps for the power windows, the door locks, and the steering wheel because the coating wore off. For a premium car the interior holds up no better than a Nissan.

[@KaahlidKeempf]

The real question is why Mercedes never did the biturbo 3.0 version like they did the ml 400 should of been a glk 450 amg ima bout to try that

[@no-damn-alias]

that 2nd gear issue is pretty easy to fix

[@Dankcatvacs]

had similar issue in a 93 legacy

[@no-damn-alias]

@@Dankcatvacs completely different transmission

[@kidflashb0390]

I was driving mine (2012) today and suddenly lost power. I pulled over and it refused to start. It tries to turn over but doesn’t start. Anybody wanna lend a brain? I have a short video of the situation if you want. Please help me I love this car.

[@no-damn-alias]

unluckily they never sold these with the M273 5.5l V8

[@kiantt11]

That would be pure amazing

[@jasongrant7211]

That engine bay though. My ocd.

[@oluwasanmiajayi852]

Can you please do a 2008 Nissan maxima SE pleaseeeeeeeeee 🙏🙏🙏 and tag me somehow

[@Metalodeath]

I bought a c300 4maric this year I had to put at least $2000 into it my rear frame was rotten out and now I gotta replace my harmonic balancer and idle pulley I wouldn’t say mine has been that reliable but it does start and plus I way over paid for mine now I’m stuck with it

[@amraa0525]

Whats was the reason to change harmonic balancer? My Engine has slight vibration i was thinking maybe its the balancer

[@Swiss4.2]

10:15 I can tell you just by looking at that ridiculous wing that the owner did not maintain that car. Mercedes can be pretty unreliable but alot of that can be chalked up to poor maintenance from owners and I'm 100% sure that C55 is no exception.

[@simondrapeau6738]

Just need repare rust on dogleg

[@alexandrina688]

How tall are you, Zach?

[@ShootingCars]

5 foot 11

[@baronvonjo1929]

I automatically hate this car cause my materialistic manager drives one

[@colechapman6976]

Ah the GLK. It is a Mercedes in name only

[@Mikgwerd]

Do tell why, especially as it was manufactured in Germany by Mercedes

[@gregorycoleman2149]

​@@Mikgwerdit's not unreliable enough I guess 😂

[@Lucky-gk7ez]

@@gregorycoleman2149 😂😂😂

[@paulevans240]

100% Mercedes and made in Germany - so, what is your point?

[@broeheemed32]

268 horsepower is not a lot of power for a 4,200 lb car.

[@paulevans240]

I drive one and it goes about 6.5 to 60, which is pretty good

[@mbrenterprisesbdif]

SUB NOW with NOT ON...just found ya bro!

[@NileshR12]

Scotty Kilmer is laughing his way to his wife's Lexus ES 300 😂😂

[@Rahimraissnia]

just get a rx 350

[@detonater1348]

With the 2GR i bet it beats this 350 in a race

[@kiantt11]

@@detonater1348 nah they’re equal

[@bwofficial1776]

But then you won't have the Mercedes-Benz star to show everyone how much better you are than them.

[@kiantt11]

@@bwofficial1776 haha exactly

[@redriver15262]

RX 350's are NPC cars lol

[@bitemyshinnymetalass1569]

I'm guessing by the back decal that this is a Mom edition.

[@sontruong8280]

Very good