2025 Audi Q7 vs. 2024 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53 Review

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2025 Audi
Q7

MSRP*: $60,500 to $65,800
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2024 Mercedes-Benz
AMG GLE 53

MSRP*: $86,750 to $89,800
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MPG - City 18 - 20 MPG 18 MPG
MPG - Hwy 23 - 26 MPG 22 - 23 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 seats 5 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 69.6 ft3 74.9 ft3
Engine
  • 261-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 335-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 429-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 261 - 335 hp 429 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 7,700 lbs
Exterior Length 199.3 in 194.4 - 195.3 in
Exterior Width 77.6 in 79.4 in
Leg Room Front 41.7 in
Rear 38.8 in
Front 40.3 in
Rear 40.9 in
Head Room Front 39.9 in
Rear 38.8 in
Front 40.2 - 40.5 in
Rear 36.9 - 37.8 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
The Audi Q7 offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53, with comparable head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Audi Q7 and the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53.

Convenience
The Audi Q7 requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53, making it more convenient to drive.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Clearly, the Audi Q7 is a better financial choice over the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Audi Q7 is much slimmer than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Audi Q7, which is slightly longer than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53.

Handling
The Audi Q7 has a larger turning radius than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Audi Q7 has a lot less horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53.

Powertrain
The Audi Q7 has much lower torque than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Audi Q7 and the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53. The Audi Q7 has less cargo space than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.