Car Talk | Mercedes-Benz GLK250

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7 жыл бұрын

The one where I talk about the 2013 GLK250, what i like, what I don't like and some of my necessities.
First half filmed in August, 2016... finally got around to editing and uploading. Better late than never! 😂😄
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0:40 about the car
5:18 the tour
Weathertech floor mats
Aukey Dual USB car charger adapter
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@pyroclown1832 6 жыл бұрын

I'm impressed by your extensive knowledge about cars which makes your video not a single bit superficial but very informative. Thank you! :)

@EdwardSinclair 5 жыл бұрын

Tbh the best part about diesel torque is not the acceleration per se, it is the ability to tow a lot more weight and the reduced mpg. The real problem with diesels has always been NOx, and the real reason these types of engines will see a restriction in sales now and be completely discontinued in EU by 2040. I doubt it will make much sense to own a diesel in EU past 2020, as tax, congestion charge, parking, fines on low emission zones, and overall running costs will be prohibitive.

@MimiAaliyah 5 жыл бұрын

This review is so outstanding ! We love a queen who knows her car !😍😍

@TheNewclassprince 5 жыл бұрын

the odd compartment under the seat is actually meant for a handgun. I have the same car and just found out lol

@aleeyatk 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video. While I was looking for cars online I stumbled upon this vehicle model. I never heard of it before but I love the look of it. Now I want to check it out in person. I am happy I found your video.

@18_rabbit 6 жыл бұрын

Nice review, thanks. The Urea/DEF fluid is not added to the fuel !! it has its own tank that u put it in.

@d.t.3787 6 жыл бұрын

What do you do for a living?

@Anthony-nx5yu 6 жыл бұрын

full on car review! love itt

@lorellaugustine90 3 жыл бұрын

Do you have the car now? How's it going?

@eyeneyemusic 7 жыл бұрын

Plan on getting this very same car

@abdelouedraogo1679 3 жыл бұрын

Very informative video, learned something out of the science class at the beginning (kidding). Got the 2011 GLK 350, think these are solid cars tbh. Thanks for the video

@hausmeisterengineering5952 4 жыл бұрын

It has a 2.1 cylinder engine. I guess you learn something new every day.

@shardsofcontent4829 4 жыл бұрын

Now now. Strange she didn’t edit that.

@evamaynard3021 3 жыл бұрын

Not a V6????? Ugh!!!!!

@morganlingsweiler9813 3 жыл бұрын

@@shardsofcontent4829 it is a 2.1 liter she's not wrong, but yes usually it's a 2.0L.

@gregmccarter3243 5 жыл бұрын

Great review ,thanks for sharing.

@karenbernal09190 7 жыл бұрын

Lovely car!

@brittmlh 7 жыл бұрын

Yay! Diesel! I love my 2006 VW Jetta TDI :).

@d.t.3787 6 жыл бұрын

Keep up the great videos

@eugenelab9216 5 жыл бұрын

hello hello/ is good car/ I want to buy this GLK

@azizhachimi8744 3 жыл бұрын

Great review Aleeza!

@glitterkittensreid5079 4 жыл бұрын

Great video. I am looking at replacing my 2007 Ram 2500 4x4 5.9 CRD. After two 3/4 ton Dodge diesel trucks I am looking for an SUV or awd car with a diesel oil burner. Thank you for the video. I like Mercedes Benz but my wife has a stigma of the brand and doesn’t want to buy a Merc. Funny most folks snub the diesel because they say it is slow. The torque is what makes them pull harder going up hills and making the drive enjoyable. Children are growing up and not really needing 6 minimum seating anymore. I like the E250 with the 4 matic. Always prefer AWD in the Okanagan as we have cold dry winters with lots of mountain driving winter conditions. Cheers.

@korriepayne8697 4 жыл бұрын

Love you review!!! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾It was so informative. Excellent job! 🙌🏾What’s the biggest difference between the GLK 250 & 350? Also, I’m 5’1 so I would love a luxury suv that sits up. My beemer is a Sport which I love ❤️. I just want a suv that sits up.

@MicroAngelo1 4 жыл бұрын

GLK 250 is a 4 cylinder Diesel, 350 is a 6 cylinder Gas , besides the engine, the cars are identical.

@mkb5984 Жыл бұрын

Gotcha!

@jessicavalladares1932 3 жыл бұрын

Now that you have had this car a few years, could you give an idea of yearly service costs? I’m really on the verge of buying this car but my BF has been warning me of upkeep expenses. I really would appreciate any help with this. It’s Hard to find answers on this particular model. Thanks!!

@stylishandliterate 3 жыл бұрын

Maintenance costs will vary depending on how much you drive. The car requires service every 10-12k kms (or 6-8k miles). “A” service is an oil change and “B” service could mean both an oil change and fluid change. Depending whether you go to the dealership or somewhere else, a service can cost you anywhere from $300-1200 CAD (likely less in the US). I usually take my car in for service twice a year. I haven’t had many issues with it mechanically, I had to replace the alternator pulley once & it cost around $500 at a mechanic shop (mostly labour). There are also some repairs that I would likely only go to the dealership for, so you pay a premium there. You also have to factor wear & tears items like brake pads, tires, etc. Like I said, there are definitely a lot of factors to consider when budgeting for maintenance... but I would say about $2000 a year to be on the conservative side. Some years you might spend less and some you might spend more.

@jessicavalladares1932 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for answering!! Really helped

@michellebonilla1414 10 ай бұрын

Hey there! Have you had trouble starting up the vehicle in the winter/cold weather?

@ooyginjardl4037 4 жыл бұрын

The purpose of the “weird” compartments is space. It’s the final frontier. How can that be a bother?

@sanglee5760 5 жыл бұрын

I have 2015 GLK 250 bought with 5000 DEMO mile on it. I drive quite a lot for work and it averaged about 45000 miles per year. Since I bought it I put 165000 miles on it and she is still strong. I get 37 MPG as of now and it is most of highway driving. It is pretty impressive. I'm really sad that MB getting away from Diesel vehicles cause the mileage advantage and reliability of the strong engine. I'm trying to keep my baby to last long years coming and I hope to make half million miles.

@korriepayne8697 4 жыл бұрын

Sang Lee I’m thinking about purchasing a 2015 250 or a 350. Have you had many issues with it? I hate MB discontinued this model. I like the GLK more the GLC. The GLC seems so big and and Bulky.

@anthony6006 3 жыл бұрын

What is the mileage now?

@barbiewhippin22 6 жыл бұрын

I’m impressed that you know so much about your vehicle. Most car tours from woman lack description on many of the features, so great job!

@boomerangaly 7 жыл бұрын

Congrats! I love ur car! And your black jacket!Where is it from?

@stylishandliterate 7 жыл бұрын

+blah boomerang bought it from Aritzia. It's from their private label brand TNA.. believe it's called the botanie jacket

@nurseish882 5 жыл бұрын

just got the glk 350 today, but no panoramic sunroof. 😒😒

@SpiritAvaOfhisnoblesoul 4 жыл бұрын

Ijlal Elwadi me too ☺️ oh well

@Kintekunte 3 ай бұрын

one of the better cars

@marinagallant1847 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your comments. I am buying a 2014 Blue Tec and I wanted to hear good news.

@TheNeuman 4 жыл бұрын

Don't buy it. There are WAY too many issues with the emissions and over complexities that Mercedes has done. Too many sensors go bad before 75k mileage.

@yvettezamora521 3 жыл бұрын

Do you still own this car ? If so any problems overall ?

@stylishandliterate 3 жыл бұрын

Hello! Still have it, almost 5 years now. Still love it & it runs great. Have not had any major issues with it except for a squeaky alternator (had to have pulley replaced), had to replace the intercooler hose (minor repair) and there was also a leak in the washer hose (again minor repair). Overall, no big problems.

@richardt2052 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Aleeza, great review! How's the maintenance cost comparing from a Subaru? Do you still have this vehicle? thank you and stay safe.

@stylishandliterate 3 жыл бұрын

Hello! Maintenance is definitely more expensive than a subaru, but also less frequent. More expensive oil/parts/labour. Still have it, almost 5 years now. Still love it & it runs great. Have not had any major issues with it except for a squeaky alternator (had to have pulley replaced), had to replace the intercooler hose (minor repair) and there was also a leak in the washer hose (again minor repair). Overall, no big problems.

@richardt2052 3 жыл бұрын

@@stylishandliterate Whoa! That was quick response! Thank you. How did the HVAC do during our Canadian winters...I live in Alberta...

@stylishandliterate 3 жыл бұрын

HVAC works well! It takes a minute to warm up, but it works well. The side mirrors are heated so that’s helpful when you’re clearing your car of snow/ice. I would definitely recommend having the built in block heater connected. I park my car in the garage, so I usually do not have trouble with start-up. But on the rare occasions that I have to park outside & it’s >-25°c out, the car will stutter to start. The block heater works wonders. It’s not easy to get to, so a mechanic will probably charge you about $200 to connect for you, but well worth it if you’re in a cold climate.

@richardt2052 3 жыл бұрын

@@stylishandliterate thank you. I totally agree with the block heater install. I currently have a VW Passat TDi it has a block heater and I hear and see the difference if I do not plug the vehicle during cold days. Thank yo again and stay safe.

@rayvortines 2 жыл бұрын

We're u able to operate the Bluetooth with you cell phone?

@stylishandliterate 2 жыл бұрын

I have it linked it make calls and play audio - it will also receive text messages

@Kiss__Kiss 3 жыл бұрын

You're pretty... lol j/k but honestly.. It's a nice and comprehensive review. NOT from a car reviewer, but from an actual owner, which is the best and most honest approach..

@jiroyan7795 2 жыл бұрын

guys which year was this car?

@stylishandliterate 2 жыл бұрын

it's a 2013

@samanthawatkins7977 4 жыл бұрын

I use propel diesel, great for my mbz

@dawnbrunson9 11 ай бұрын

‼️😁👋❤️‼️Hi @cartalk‼️I LOVED YOUR MERCEDES BENZ GLK 250 VIDEO‼️😃I’m currently in the market for a GLK 350 and have been looking at 😳EVERY GLK video on KZfaq‼️Yours popped up. I love it😃‼️ I test drove one and developed a relationship with the feeling of that car. Your video was the first I saw describing the perks of the diesel😳‼️ 👋😃THANKS FOR SHARING‼️

@DemEffectz 4 жыл бұрын

Those compartments underneath the seats are actually for Car shoes or slippers, So that one can drive comfortably while on long trips.

@yankee2yankee216 3 ай бұрын

I clearly recall when 100 hp was pretty good power! But I date myself, don’t I!

@iluvtashaun 5 жыл бұрын

The Glk came out in 2008 and left in 2015

@willwong1234 5 жыл бұрын

Great review of a lot of nice features of the car, especially from a girl's point of view :)

@FRob911 6 жыл бұрын

It's a 4 cylinders not a 2.1... good vid!

@CanadianTexaninLiguria 5 жыл бұрын

2.1 and 4 cylinders lol

@dashriprock17 5 жыл бұрын

straight piped and deleted :) best way to go

@TrueNomadSkies 3 жыл бұрын

I've always wanted a diesel and like how these look (real shame they only made em for a few years), but there's way too much new age automated bullshit for me. Getting 16 mpg in my Jeep is laughable , but its just old enough to have only minimal annoying automated stuff like abs and traction control. Will probably keep it, but if I was ever to buy something newer than a 2000 vehicle and get that crap turned off, it'd be one of these.

@FZ1YamaSeca 3 жыл бұрын

Did anybody else catch at 1:53 where she was talking about her Subaru Impreza and how the transmission is a 6 speed but a CVT? Umm... CVTs are only 1 speed lol 😂

@stylishandliterate 3 жыл бұрын

Lol I’m sure you understood what I meant. I mean technically it has infinite gears/speeds but the display cycles through 1-6.

@vanpak 6 жыл бұрын

Just got this, tks for the video! I also saw your watch 😁 and I like the combination you have, is your watch a rose color?

@vanpak 6 жыл бұрын

Ups! Wasn’t clear, we just bought this same car, haven’t drive much yet, because Calgary is covered in snow! ☃️

@dangop1721 4 жыл бұрын

Vanessa Adell hello, I'm considering to buy this car. Can I ask do you have any particular issues with it, like sensors or maintenance fee? Thank you!

@yvettezamora521 3 жыл бұрын

Dang Op did you end up getting it? IF SO how do you like it ??? I’m also looking into getting one but everyone keep telling me not to do it.

@vanpak 3 жыл бұрын

Yvette Zamora I do! It depends... the wipers have a weird noise and we can’t get rid of it and the car is very small inside! Other than that, the car is well finished, has 0 noise, drives very well, very economic on the road! Maintenance is indeed expensive!

@yvettezamora521 3 жыл бұрын

@@vanpak I did it :) thank you so much I love it!!!

@rayvortines 2 жыл бұрын

You had me, until u showed your snowbrush. That's going to scratch your paint. You gotta wrap that with a microfiber cloth around the brush to move snow.

@stylishandliterate 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve never had issues with any scratches in the years I’ve used a bristle brush, but I did switch to a foam one a few years ago.

@rayvortines 2 жыл бұрын

@@stylishandliterate 👍

@fafifafi1057 7 жыл бұрын

Congrats 💕I got new car too

@stylishandliterate 7 жыл бұрын

+Fafi Fafi yay! congrats! 😄

@DetroitRed03 6 жыл бұрын

No they made the GLK from 2010-2015

@stylishandliterate 6 жыл бұрын

I am exclusively referring to the GLK250 models, not the GLK350.

@cameronjames3866 6 жыл бұрын

DetroitRed03 Actually from 2009-2015.

@AicxMedina 6 жыл бұрын

You look like Ashley of Buzzfeed

@stylishandliterate 6 жыл бұрын

Haha I get that a lot!

@KirilMKD 2 жыл бұрын

Dear lord that mic wind has killed my ears, i will be sending you a medical bill :P

@conrad1468 4 жыл бұрын

Diesel is way better!! MPG and torque makes it the best!!

@azizhachimi8744 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely!

@victorkanuik9050 6 жыл бұрын

2.1 cylinder engine? Wut?

@stylishandliterate 6 жыл бұрын

didn't catch that in post, but meant to say litre

@wepininthecupin2907 4 жыл бұрын

Good grief. She keeps saying diesels aren’t as “powerful” as gasoline engines, but it’s torque that really translates to “power” and the diesel has that hands down over the gasser, not even close. Also, diesels being more expensive to maintain is debatable to say the least. Not spark plugs to change, no “tune-ups”. Yes, injectors are expensive to change if and when they fail. The price of diesel really varies nationwide but keep in mind the V6 requires premium fuel.

@heyho3965 5 жыл бұрын

these dam americans can afford buying new cars, while had-workers in other countries have to drive 15 years old cards.

@stylishandliterate 5 жыл бұрын

I'm Canadian and also a hard-worker

@azizhachimi8744 3 жыл бұрын

@@stylishandliterate Good response Aleeza! You look like a nice and very respectful young lady! You deserve that GLK and, why not, a Bentayga in a few years from now! I am, myself, hesitating between a 2015 GLK 250 and an E250 BLueTEC...Let's see how things turn out! PS: I am Canadian too (Montreal)