2025 Audi Q7 vs. 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 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 GLS 450

2025 Mercedes-Benz
GLS 450

MSRP*: $89,200
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MPG - City 18 - 20 MPG 19 MPG
MPG - Hwy 23 - 26 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 7 seats 6 seats
Cargo Space 69.6 ft3 84.7 ft3
Engine
  • 261-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 335-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 375-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 375 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 7,700 lbs
Exterior Length 199.3 in 205.0 in
Exterior Width 77.6 in 79.9 in
Leg Room Front 41.7 in
Rear 38.8 in
Front 40.3 in
Rear 41.9 in
Head Room Front 39.9 in
Rear 38.8 in
Front 39.4 in
Rear 40.2 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
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 than in the Audi Q7, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Audi Q7 will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Audi Q7 as you will with the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

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 GLS 450, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Audi Q7 is much slimmer than the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. The Audi Q7 is slightly shorter than the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450, which may make it easier to park.

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

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

Utility
The Audi Q7 offers greater seating capacity than the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. The Audi Q7 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450.