Five-Point Inspection: 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK350

Gear Selector Lacks Class

If there’s one thing that stands out in a bad way about the car’s cabin, it’s that the gear selector is on the steering column.

There are two places where this sort of equipment can live – cop cruisers and work trucks. It feels cheap in every other scenario. It’s a shame, because there’s a lot to love, but this part stands out like someone sleeping during a board meeting.