I really liked the Mercedes Benz GLK. I shouldnt for any number of reasons, starting with its lack of a manual transmission option, to its excessive price tag, to its abysmal fuel mileage.
But still…
The ride is excellent. The steering response it firm, with just a hair of roll in the corners brought on by being an SUV (if you find an SUV, big or small, that doesnt lean in the corners, call me). The brakes were solid. It looks like a serious SUV, but in a more compact package. Id call it rugged looking, but theres just too much chrome for that. The interior was up to Mercedes standards, meaning lots of quality plastic and high-grade leather. For some reason the drivers seat felt cramped, even though the overall space was more than adequate. The central command center seems to squeeze the legs a bit more than necessary, but it isnt something Id worry about for too long. I mean, come on, this car is plush. An when youre driving it, all you can think about is bounding through the Sahara, chasing Leftist rebels while your buddy working the turret gun sends them a jaunty hello.
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