Tell me 3 things that you DON'T like about your GLK250
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Since I started the thread and really used all the information before purchasing, here are my three things (all really, really minor and it's only been a few days):
1. Reflections of outside air vents in both side view mirrors (just a little distracting, but I'll get used to it.)
2. Automatic door locks sound harsh when locking during acceleration-sounds less than premium. (I know I could disable, but it's a function that I like to have.)
3. Back-up camera only available in an expensive package. It should be standard in all MB SUVs.
1. Reflections of outside air vents in both side view mirrors (just a little distracting, but I'll get used to it.)
2. Automatic door locks sound harsh when locking during acceleration-sounds less than premium. (I know I could disable, but it's a function that I like to have.)
3. Back-up camera only available in an expensive package. It should be standard in all MB SUVs.
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From: Calgary AB
'02 VW Golf TDI, '13 GLK 250
I've only put 76 kms on mine but so far I can only think of one thing- the cruise control stalk could be a wee bit shorter as I sometimes hit it rather than the signal stalk when turning.
So far, that's it...but I'll check back in tomorrow PM if I find any more issues as we are taking a 7 hr road trip tomorrow
for my daughter's graduation ceremonies.
So far, that's it...but I'll check back in tomorrow PM if I find any more issues as we are taking a 7 hr road trip tomorrow
for my daughter's graduation ceremonies.The third thing I don't like is that I can't seem to have the sunroof popped up (rather than open and back) with the shade closed. Sometimes it would be nice to have the airflow but to be able to block the sunlight.
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2014 GLK250 BlueTEC, 2012 BMW 335is Conv.
Wait, really? You can't pop up the back of the panorama roof and have the shade closed? I don't have a panorama roof currently but I frequently do exactly that when parking in the sun. I think I'm going to miss that.
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From: Redding, CA
'85 190D , '12 E350 BlueTec, '13 GLK 250 BlueTec
For some reason, with the interior facelift, they flipped the turn signal and cruise stalk positions. Now when I drive a GLK, I end up hitting cruise when I want to turn. I guess I'll get used to the new positions but why change it? The turn signal was in exactly the right position before and now it's too high.
I found it was very easy to get used to. I have had a bit of confusion after returning home and driving the older E350, but I think it's just a different habit to which you need to adapt. I found no problems with it after a while and actually prefer it as it makes more sense to me anyway.
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I hit the wrong stalk too, but not because of the length. For some reason, with the interior facelift, they flipped the turn signal and cruise stalk positions. Now when I drive a GLK, I end up hitting cruise when I want to turn. I guess I'll get used to the new positions but why change it? The turn signal was in exactly the right position before and now it's too high.
Wait, really? You can't pop up the back of the panorama roof and have the shade closed? I don't have a panorama roof currently but I frequently do exactly that when parking in the sun. I think I'm going to miss that.
Wait, really? You can't pop up the back of the panorama roof and have the shade closed? I don't have a panorama roof currently but I frequently do exactly that when parking in the sun. I think I'm going to miss that.
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From: Calgary AB
'02 VW Golf TDI, '13 GLK 250
found another peeve
Why do I have to hold the seat memory button until the seat moves into position? Never had to do this before, should be a push without a hold...I"m 6'7"and my wife is 5'6" so I have to stand outside of the vehicle and hold the button for nearly 20 seconds until the seat fully adjusts to my setting. Grrr. 
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Why do I have to hold the seat memory button until the seat moves into position? Never had to do this before, should be a push without a hold...I"m 6'7"and my wife is 5'6" so I have to stand outside of the vehicle and hold the button for nearly 20 seconds until the seat fully adjusts to my setting. Grrr.
Got stuck yesterday waiting for my seat to go back to my position in -25 weather with blowing snow... Not fun!
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Why do I have to hold the seat memory button until the seat moves into position? Never had to do this before, should be a push without a hold...I"m 6'7"and my wife is 5'6" so I have to stand outside of the vehicle and hold the button for nearly 20 seconds until the seat fully adjusts to my setting. Grrr.
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My 250 is going in again next week for new key fob/battery and broken driver headrest... This is 5th time to dealership in 20k not very happy!
Our C350 was flawless this glk is costing me a lot of time!
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GLK 350 / Porsche 993
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GLK 350 / Porsche 993
Unfortunately the GLK memory functions are only for seating, steering wheel and mirrors. The throttle is based on driving. Approximately the last 100Km.
If you and your wife drive very differently try a Sprint Booster. It electronically overrides the GLK computer to make the throttle linear and more responsive. The newer ones allow you to set it by push button to three different settings.
This allows it to be stock for the wife and responsive for you at the touch of a button.
http://www.sprintboosterusa.com/default.aspx
If you and your wife drive very differently try a Sprint Booster. It electronically overrides the GLK computer to make the throttle linear and more responsive. The newer ones allow you to set it by push button to three different settings.
This allows it to be stock for the wife and responsive for you at the touch of a button.
http://www.sprintboosterusa.com/default.aspx
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GLK 250
My 5, & opinions
1) Pop out hooks in the sides of the cargo area to keep grocery bags
upright. (my Subaru had them!)
2) Basic audio package should have an Aux input jack in addition to the
USB jack.
3) Auto high beam function's too sensitive. On dark back roads, (the
only place it works at all), a post light by a driveway dips the beams
from over 100 yards away. Still this way after dealer adjustment.
4) To much wind noise at highway speeds for a high end vehicle.
5) Occasionally notice a Diesel smell when exiting after a drive. Will get
this checked at first service.
I agree a backup camera should be standard or a stand alone option like
Nav or tow hitch.
While I personally like the engine braking, the paddle shifter's there if
you don't.
Agree wipers are not up to expectations, but then it won't be the
first time I've replaced OEM blades after only 4-5 months.
upright. (my Subaru had them!)
2) Basic audio package should have an Aux input jack in addition to the
USB jack.
3) Auto high beam function's too sensitive. On dark back roads, (the
only place it works at all), a post light by a driveway dips the beams
from over 100 yards away. Still this way after dealer adjustment.
4) To much wind noise at highway speeds for a high end vehicle.
5) Occasionally notice a Diesel smell when exiting after a drive. Will get
this checked at first service.
I agree a backup camera should be standard or a stand alone option like
Nav or tow hitch.
While I personally like the engine braking, the paddle shifter's there if
you don't.
Agree wipers are not up to expectations, but then it won't be the
first time I've replaced OEM blades after only 4-5 months.
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2013 GLK250BT
2) Basic audio package should have an Aux input jack in addition to the
USB jack.
Mine has the Aux. jack near the USB port in the center console. Used it last week with a portable DVD player.
USB jack.
Mine has the Aux. jack near the USB port in the center console. Used it last week with a portable DVD player.
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2014 GLK250 BlueTEC, 2012 BMW 335is Conv.
There's a small annoyance with the blind spot assist at large intersections. When there are two (or more) lanes that turn left, you're not in the left-most lane, and there's a car to your left, the blind spot assist senses that other car and thinks you're going to merge into that car. So it beeps and flashes like you're about to have an accident when really you're just turning within your lane exactly as you're supposed to do.
The blind spot assist is inactive below 20mph so it won't do this if you're not going faster than 20, but at large intersections you'll be going faster than 20 by the time you complete the turn.
The blind spot assist is inactive below 20mph so it won't do this if you're not going faster than 20, but at large intersections you'll be going faster than 20 by the time you complete the turn.
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2016 Golf R, 2014 GLK
- The driver and passenger window really tend to fog up in cold weather, and only stop doing so if the fully dedicated front defrost is activated.
- The windshield angle causes a ton of rock chips, and ours is already cracked after less than 2 months of ownership.
- The AdBlue filler tank is difficult to get to without removing nearly everything in the hatch area.
- Yes I know you said 3, but the windshield wipers are the worst I've had on any vehicle that I've ever owned.
This stuff makes it sound like I hate the vehicle - really not true at all, I really quite like it. It's my wife's daily driver, so I don't drive it as much (I don't like how SUV's drive, so I wouldn't use one daily)... but it's a great highway vehicle and the 370 ft lbs of torque in the diesel is great fun, especially in ****ty weather, it's actually rather easy to mess around with and drift out the back end with ease.
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Does it need to be refilled? I have had my 250 for over a month and it is still running on the dealers original fill.
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- The driver and passenger window really tend to fog up in cold weather, and only stop doing so if the fully dedicated front defrost is activated.
- The windshield angle causes a ton of rock chips, and ours is already cracked after less than 2 months of ownership.
- The AdBlue filler tank is difficult to get to without removing nearly everything in the hatch area.
- Yes I know you said 3, but the windshield wipers are the worst I've had on any vehicle that I've ever owned.
Is the angle of the windshield different from other comparable SUVs?
I agree the Adblue access is really bad. It is clear that this car was not designed to be a NA diesel and they must have assumed only dealer would add Adblue.
I have used the wipers several times - seemed to work OK? I was confused about rain sensors, but they seemed to work. Do they work on rear too? I guess I should read manual!
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From: Trois Rivieres, Quebec
SLK 350 2013
The rear wiper will automatically activate if the front wipers are active and you shift into reverse.
They don't have an "auto" mode for normal driving, only intermitant.
For my part, 42,000 km since mid-july. No problems.
1) I had some problems with fuel freezing at -27 celcius, but none since I started adding power service or kleen flo.
2) Same issue with humidity. I don't run the compressor all the time, so the side Windows fog slightly when it's cold and the "auto" setting doesn't send enough air to the windshield to keep it fog free or melt freezing rain. I use manual settings.
3) My girlfriend gets her pant legs dirty when she steps out as it's a wide reach to step out for a 4' 11" lady.
Minor stuff. ... Really am pleased, especially this morning with freezing rain, 4 inches of slush on ice covered roads. (Studded tires help).
They don't have an "auto" mode for normal driving, only intermitant.
For my part, 42,000 km since mid-july. No problems.
1) I had some problems with fuel freezing at -27 celcius, but none since I started adding power service or kleen flo.
2) Same issue with humidity. I don't run the compressor all the time, so the side Windows fog slightly when it's cold and the "auto" setting doesn't send enough air to the windshield to keep it fog free or melt freezing rain. I use manual settings.
3) My girlfriend gets her pant legs dirty when she steps out as it's a wide reach to step out for a 4' 11" lady.
Minor stuff. ... Really am pleased, especially this morning with freezing rain, 4 inches of slush on ice covered roads. (Studded tires help).
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From: Coquitlam, BC
2010 BMW 335d, 2013 GLK250
I suppose this might be your first modern diesel vehicle? The burning diesely smell you're noticing is most likely due to the DPF regeneration cycle. Its a normal thing for a diesel car.
