Interesting Facts About the Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class X204
The Mercedes‑Benz GLK‑Class (model code X204) is a compact luxury crossover SUV that was produced from 2008 until 2015. It made its debut at the 2008 Beijing Auto Show and spans two distinct generations.
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Debut at the 2008 Beijing Auto Show
The GLK‑Class X204 was introduced to the public at the 2008 Beijing Auto Show, marking Mercedes‑Benz's entry into the compact luxury SUV segment. Production began that same year, launching a model that would run through 2015.
Origins in a 1998 4WD Convertible Concept
The idea for the GLK‑Class was conceived in 1998 when Jim Rogers envisioned the ultimate 4WD convertible for a round‑the‑world adventure. This early project laid the groundwork for the SUV’s later development.
2009 Model Designation Refresh
In the spring of 2009 Mercedes‑Benz updated the GLK’s naming: the petrol‑engine GLK 280 4MATIC was rebranded as the GLK 300 4MATIC, while the diesel variants also received new designations. This change was part of the model’s first generation refresh.
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