Service A / Service B
25,000 km or 1 year
About 25,000 km or 1 year (ASSYST). Oil and filter at each service; Service B adds filters and wider checks. The ASSYST indicator prevails.
Source [1]X204 · 2008–2011
Mercedes GLK 280 4MATIC X204 · 231 hp (2008 to 2011)
The Mercedes GLK 280 4MATIC of the X204 generation uses the M272 3.0 V6 petrol engine with 231 hp.
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Technical specifications
- Fuel
- Petrol
- Power
- 231 PS / 170 kW
- Displacement
- 2 996 cm³
- Cylinders
- 6
- Engine code
- M272 3.0 V6
- Period covered
- 2008–2011
- Documented market
- Europe
Transmission
- Automatic · 7 speeds
Figures apply to the cited configuration and market; equipment and transmissions may vary by production date.
Specification source : [1] AutoKarnet
This version
231 hp (170 kW), 4MATIC all-wheel drive, 7-speed automatic. Built from 2008 to 2011.
AutoKarnet advice
In the range
It is the entry-level petrol version of this generation. The M272 3.0 V6 engine is also fitted to: Mercedes Classe C (W203), Mercedes Classe C (W204), Mercedes Classe E (W211), Mercedes Classe V (Viano W639), Mercedes SLK / SLC (SLK R171), Mercedes CLK (W209).
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Maintenance and records
≈: estimated reference — the vehicle’s service indicator prevails.
Brake fluid
Every 2 years
Every 24 months. Time-based replacement, whatever the mileage.
Source [1]Spark plugs
60,000 km or 4 years
Replace the full set; worn plugs raise consumption and cause misfires.
Source [1]Air filter
60,000 km or 4 years
Replace more often in dusty conditions.
Source [1]Cabin filter
30,000 km or 2 years
Often replaced at each service; earlier if smells or persistent misting appear.
Source [1]Questions about this version (2)
Which engine is in the Mercedes GLK GLK 280 4MATIC X204?
The M272 3.0 V6 petrol engine (2 996 cc), 231 hp (170 kW).
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Which oil for the Mercedes GLK GLK 280 4MATIC?
A MB 229.5 / 229.51 / 229.52-approved oil suited to the M272 3.0 V6 engine.
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Documentary sources
- [1] Rédaction AutoKarnet
AutoKarnet · FR · Europe · Synthèse éditoriale AutoKarnet · Accessed 09/10/2026