2025 Audi Q7 vs. 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e Review

Picture of the 2025 Audi Q7

2025 Audi
Q7

MSRP*: $60,500 to $65,800
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Picture of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e

2025 Mercedes-Benz
GLE 450e

MSRP*: $71,350
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MPG - City 18 - 20 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 23 - 26 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 7 seats 5 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)
  • 381-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 261 - 335 hp 381 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 7,700 lbs
Exterior Length 199.3 in 194.3 in
Exterior Width 77.6 in 76.7 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 40.5 in
Rear 36.9 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 GLE 450e, 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 GLE 450e.

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). When looking only at MSRP, the Audi Q7 will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e.

Dimensions
The Audi Q7 is a little wider than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e, so getting in and out of the car in a crowded parking lot may be a little more of a squeeze. 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 GLE 450e.

Handling
The Audi Q7 has a larger turning radius than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e, 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 GLE 450e.

Powertrain
The Audi Q7 has much lower torque than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
The Audi Q7 offers greater seating capacity than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. The Audi Q7 has less cargo space than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.