Verified Performance Tests Updated May 2026 · 11 recorded runs

Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class 0–60 Times

The Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class 0–60 times and quarter-mile times below are from 11 recorded performance tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Car and Driver, Motor Trend and Motor Week and more.

The fastest tested Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class is the 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class GLK350, which went from 0 to 60 mph in 5.7 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 14.40 seconds at 98.0 mph, according to Car and Driver.

The slowest tested Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class is the 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class GLK250 BlueTEC 4MATIC, which took 8.1 seconds to reach 60 mph, running the ¼ mile in 16.20 seconds at 85.0 mph, according to Car and Driver.

Out of all the Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class tests in our database, the average 0–60 mph time is 6.58 seconds. The average quarter-mile time is 15.02 seconds at 92.50 mph.

Fastest 0–60 5.7sec 2013 GLK350

Average 0–60 6.58sec Across 11 runs

Avg ¼ Mile 15.02sec @ 92.5 mph trap

Slowest 0–60 8.1sec 2013 GLK250 BlueTEC

Across 11 verified runs, the Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class ranges from 5.7 to 8.1 seconds 0–60, with a 6.58-second average.

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Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class 0–60 times by model year

11 tests · 2 years

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2013

Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class · 7 verified runs

Avg 0–60 6.56 sec

Avg ¼ Mile 15.01 sec

Recorded Tests 7

#01

2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class GLK350

5.7sec 0–60

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14.40s ¼ mi @ 98.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 5.70 sec
¼ Mile ET: 14.40 sec
Trap Speed: 98.0 mph
Engine: 3.5L V6
Drivetrain: RWD
Transmission: 7A
MPG EPA: 19 C / 25 H / 19 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Crossover
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Car and Driver
Overall Rank: #1 of 11

#02

2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class GLK350 4MATIC

5.8sec 0–60

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14.50s ¼ mi @ 97.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 5.80 sec
¼ Mile ET: 14.50 sec
Trap Speed: 97.0 mph
Engine: 3.5L V6
Drivetrain: AWD
Transmission: 7A
MPG EPA: 19 C / 24 H / 21 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Crossover
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Car and Driver
Overall Rank: #2 of 11

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2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class GLK350 4MATIC

5.8sec 0–60

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14.40s ¼ mi @ 96.4 mph

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0–60 mph: 5.80 sec
¼ Mile ET: 14.40 sec
Trap Speed: 96.4 mph
Engine: 3.5L V6
Drivetrain: AWD
Transmission: 7A
MPG EPA: 19 C / 24 H
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Crossover
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Motor Trend
Overall Rank: #3 of 11

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2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class GLK350 4MATIC

6.1sec 0–60

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14.60s ¼ mi @ 97.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 6.10 sec
¼ Mile ET: 14.60 sec
Trap Speed: 97.0 mph
Engine: 3.5L V6
Drivetrain: AWD
Transmission: 7A
MPG EPA: 19 C / 24 H / 22.6 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Crossover
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Motor Week
Overall Rank: #4 of 11

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2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class GLK250 BlueTEC 4MATIC

7.0sec 0–60

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15.30s ¼ mi @ 87.4 mph

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0–60 mph: 7.00 sec
¼ Mile ET: 15.30 sec
Trap Speed: 87.4 mph
Engine: 2.1L Turbo Diesel I-4
Drivetrain: AWD
Transmission: 7A
MPG EPA: 24 C / 33 H
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Crossover
Powertrain: Diesel
Test Source: Motor Trend
Overall Rank: #9 of 11

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2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class GLK250 BlueTEC 4MATIC

7.4sec 0–60

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15.70s ¼ mi @ 86.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 7.40 sec
¼ Mile ET: 15.70 sec
Trap Speed: 86.0 mph
Engine: 2.1L Turbo Diesel I-4
Drivetrain: AWD
Transmission: 7A
MPG EPA: 24 C / 33 H / 32.9 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Crossover
Powertrain: Diesel
Test Source: Motor Week
Overall Rank: #10 of 11

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2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class GLK250 BlueTEC 4MATIC

8.1sec 0–60

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16.20s ¼ mi @ 85.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 8.10 sec
¼ Mile ET: 16.20 sec
Trap Speed: 85.0 mph
Engine: 2.1L Turbo Diesel I-4
Drivetrain: AWD
Transmission: 7A
MPG EPA: 24 C / 33 H / 27 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Crossover
Powertrain: Diesel
Test Source: Car and Driver
Overall Rank: #11 of 11

2010

Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class · 4 verified runs

Avg 0–60 6.63 sec

Avg ¼ Mile 15.03 sec

Recorded Tests 4

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2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class GLK350 4MATIC

6.5sec 0–60

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15.00s ¼ mi @ 93.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 6.50 sec
¼ Mile ET: 15.00 sec
Trap Speed: 93.0 mph
Engine: 3.5L V6
Drivetrain: AWD
Transmission: 7A
MPG EPA: 16 C / 21 H / 16 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Crossover
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Car and Driver
Overall Rank: #5 of 11

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2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class GLK350 4MATIC

6.6sec 0–60

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15.00s ¼ mi @ 93.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 6.60 sec
¼ Mile ET: 15.00 sec
Trap Speed: 93.0 mph
Engine: 3.5L V6
Drivetrain: AWD
Transmission: 7A
MPG EPA: 16 C / 21 H / 20 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Crossover
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Car and Driver
Overall Rank: #6 of 11

#07

2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class GLK350 4MATIC

6.6sec 0–60

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15.00s ¼ mi @ 92.9 mph

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0–60 mph: 6.60 sec
¼ Mile ET: 15.00 sec
Trap Speed: 92.9 mph
Engine: 3.5L V6
Drivetrain: AWD
Transmission: 7A
MPG EPA: 16 C / 21 H
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Crossover
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Motor Trend
Overall Rank: #7 of 11

#08

2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class GLK350 4MATIC

6.8sec 0–60

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15.10s ¼ mi @ 91.8 mph

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0–60 mph: 6.80 sec
¼ Mile ET: 15.10 sec
Trap Speed: 91.8 mph
Engine: 3.5L V6
Drivetrain: AWD
Transmission: 7A
MPG EPA: 16 C / 21 H / 16.9 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Crossover
Powertrain: Gasoline
Test Source: Motor Trend
Overall Rank: #8 of 11

How we verify Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class performance data

We include only independently published road-test results from automotive publications. Manufacturer-claimed 0–60 times are excluded unless clearly labeled. When multiple publications test the same Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class trim, each run is listed separately — weather, tires, surface, rollout, and instrumentation all affect results.

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Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class 0–60 and quarter-mile distribution

0–60 vs ¼ mile · lower-left is faster

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Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class performance FAQs

6 questions

The quickest Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class on record is the 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class GLK350, which runs 0–60 mph in 5.7 seconds and clears the quarter-mile in 14.40 seconds at 98.0 mph.

The slowest recorded Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class is the 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class GLK250 BlueTEC 4MATIC, which takes 8.1 seconds to reach 60 mph and runs 16.20 seconds in the quarter.

Averaged across all 11 verified runs, a Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class reaches 60 mph in 6.58 seconds and completes the quarter-mile in 15.02 seconds at roughly 92.5 mph.

We have verified test data for 2 model years. Each year shows every recorded run, the publication that measured it, and the trim-level details.

Every figure is sourced from published road tests by Car and Driver, Motor Trend and Motor Week. We don't use manufacturer claims — only independently timed runs — so the numbers reflect what the car actually does.

0–60 and quarter-mile results depend on driver technique, ambient temperature, tire condition, road surface, altitude, and testing instrumentation. A published figure is a single sample, not an absolute — which is why we show the range of verified runs rather than one number.

Sources

Car and Driver

Motor Trend

Motor Week

0–60 and quarter-mile times vary with driver, weather, tire temperature, and wear. We collect every verified run we can find — so you see the range of what a Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class can do, not a single marketing claim.

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