The Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class SUV may be the tiniest vehicle in the company's SUV lineup, but it has a ton of personality. Despite the fact that it's only been available here at Motor Werks of Barrington and other dealers around the country since 2008, we've gotten quite attached to the luxury compact. We were surprised to hear that Mercedes-Benz would be redesigning the 2012 GLK-Class.This dedication to continuing excellence and innovation is what makes Tri-Pointed Star so successful, isn't it? The company refuses to sit by idly, even as its models garner praise, because its people know that to keep consumers interested requires constant change.

Have no fear, readers. As much as you might love the 2012 GLK-Class currently available at Motor Werks of Barrington, when it comes a couple of nips and tucks to the assertive GLK-Class, Mercedes-Benz is sure not to live up to its fantastic reputation for quality luxury vehicles.

The details we have to share with you were gathered from a group of spy photos taken in the early spring of 2011 and recent spottings of the vehicle while Mercedes-Benz was testing the new GLK-Class on the rough, wintery roads of Sweden. Some of the new design elements for the vehicle seem to include:

-  Tweaked front and rear bumpers
-  New headlamps and daytime-running LED lights
-  Classic interior styling merged with contemporary luxury touches

Is your curiosity incited? Ours certainly is. We'll keep a close watch on this project and promise to let you know as soon as Mercedes-Benz releases any official details like specs and pricing. If you're more interested in the current GLK-Class and would like to learn more, contact Motor Werks of Barrington online or call us at 888-466-0736. You can also visit us at 1475 S. Barrington Road Barrington, IL 60001--5205.