Comparison - Audi SQ8 TFSI 2021 - vs - Mercedes-Benz GLS 580 4MATIC 2020

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Also called:

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Also called:

GL-Class

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Make:

Model:

Average Price:

95,000

Updated:

12 Nov 2020

97,800

Updated:

18 Apr 2019

Car Type:

SUV

Drive Type:

All Wheel Drive

Year:

2021

2020

Total Seating:

Transmission:

8-speed Shiftable Automatic

9-speed Shiftable Automatic

Bluetooth:

yes

Heated seats:

yes

Doors:

Fuel Tank Capacity:

22.50gals

23.80gals

Exterior Colors:

Color:

Carrara White

#ECECEA

Night Black

#0C0C0C

Dragon Orange metallic

#DF7F19

Galaxy Blue metallic

#11556E

Matador Red metallic

#B4373C

Navarra Blue metallic

#37459C

Vicuna Beige metallic

#BEB9A9

Daytona Gray pearl

#8E8F91

Orca Black Metallic

#262626

Glacier White Metallic

#E7E8EA

Florette Silver Metallic

#B2B2B2

Color:

Iridium Silver Metallic

#B6B5B8

Obsidian Black Metallic

#424242

Selenite Grey Metallic

#868A8D

Designo Cardinal Red Metallic

#AD2E2E

Emerald Green Metallic

#2E3535

Mojave Silver Metallic

#B0ABAA

Lunar Blue Metallic

#3B4059

Black

#1B1B1B

Designo Diamond White Metallic

#D7DAC7

Brilliant Blue Metallic

#12198F

Polar White

#F9F9F9

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews:

No significant changes for 2021.

Pros
Turbocharged 500-hp V8 moves the SQ8 with authority
Four-wheel steering keeps the big SUV feeling nimble
Surprisingly comfortable given its performance bent
Stylish, distinctive exterior

Cons
Infotainment system can be distracting to use
Driver's seat has few adjustments
Limited interior storage

By:

edmunds.com

For its sophomore year, the SQ8 soldiers on with only one change: It now comes standard with a built-in toll-road-payment transmission feature.Upgrading to the Prestige trim costs $5500 but adds a host of driver-assistance and luxury features, such as adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, a head-up display with navigation guidance, fancier LED exterior lighting elements, soft-close doors, headlamp washers, heated rear seats, and power rear sunshades. If none of that sounds particularly important to you, save the cash and go with the Premium Plus. All SQ8 models come with the best performance-enhancing features Audi can throw at them, so no matter which one you choose, you're getting the same driving experience.

PROS
Powerful V-8 engine,
high-quality interior trimmings,
aggressive exterior design.

CONS
Some may regret not going with the RS Q8,
braking performance could be better,
thirsty powertrain.

By:

caranddriver.com

Pros
Sports-car fast
Posh and spacious interior
Plenty of infotainment tech

Cons
Alternatives are more fun to drive
Cheaper Q8 50TDI makes more sense
Petrol-powered alternatives are more dramatic

By:

carwow.co.uk

The 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class is a three-row crossover SUV that redefines luxurious family transport.

Pros
Sublime demeanor
Posh interior
Strong turbocharged engines
Impressive dynamics
AMG, Maybach editions sure to come

Cons
Hefty price
Hefty curb weight
Hefty fuel consumption
Occasional cheap touch

By:

thecarconnection.com

Sitting atop the Mercedes-Benz SUV hierarchy is the spacious and indisputably luxurious GLS-Class. It's all new for 2020 and it has big shoes to fill—we've named the outgoing GLS-Class to our 10Best Trucks and SUVs list for three straight years—but our first impressions of this new big Benz are very good.

Pros
Tech-rich cabin, spacious in all three rows, refined powertrains.

Cons
Anonymous styling, fussy infotainment system, heavily optioned models carry high price tags

By:

caranddriver.com

New styling in line with other Mercedes SUVs.Powerful mild hybrid powertrains.Standard adjustable air suspension.All-new third GLS generation launched for 2020.

Pros
MBUX infotainment is outstanding
Tops in comfort and easily seats adults in all three rows
Flexible cargo capacity
Responsive powertrains feel like driving a smaller SUV

Cons
Not as off-road-worthy as some rugged competitors
Somewhat vague steering with large wheels and thin tires
MBUX has a steep learning curve

By:

edmunds.com

Fuel

Fuel Type:

Premium Unleaded

Fuel Economy City USA:

15.00mpg

16.00mpg

Fuel Economy HWY:

21.00mpg

Engine type:

Petrol/Gas

Hybrid

Engine and Performance

Valves:

Cylinders:

Engine Size/Displacement:

4.00L

Torque:

568ft-lbs

at 3 000rpm

516ft-lbs

at 2 000rpm

Horsepower:

500hp

at 5 500rpm

483hp

at 5 500rpm

Cam Type:

Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Turning Circle:

43.60Feet

39.40Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control:

yes

Door Pockets:

yes

Cupholders:

yes

Overhead console:

yes

Seatback Storage:

yes

Power Steering:

yes

Parking sensors:

yes

Steering Wheel Tilt:

yes

Telescopic steering wheel:

yes

Rear View Camera:

yes

Front view Camera:

yes

Side view Camera:

yes

On steering wheel:

Transmission, Cruise And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length:

196.60in

205.20in

Width:

78.50in

79.90in

Height:

67.20in

71.80in

Ground Clearance:

7.90in

Front Track:

66.10in

65.70in

Rear Track:

66.60in

67.20in

Wheel Base:

117.90in

123.40in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

37.10

39.40

Rear Head Room:

38.10

40.20

Front Leg Room:

41.60in

40.30in

Rear leg room:

40.20in

41.90in

Front Hip Room:

60.80in

Front Shoulder Room:

59.50in

59.30in

Rear Hip Room:

60.00in

Rear Shoulder room:

58.50in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity:

60.70cu.ft

84.70cu.ft

Maximum Towing Capacity un-break:

7700lbs

Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place:

30.50cu.ft

17.40cu.ft

Curb Weight:

5324.00lbs

5699.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display:

yes

Clock:

yes

Trip computer:

yes

Techometer:

yes

Compass:

yes

Power Features

Power windows:

yes

Remote Keyless doors:

yes

More Power Features:

Heated Mirrors

4 One-Touch Power Windows

Hands-Free Entry

Reverse Tilt Passenger Only Provides Curb View When Vehicle In Reverse

4 One-Touch Power Windows

Heated Mirrors

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible:

yes

Front Seats Features:

8-way power lumbar for front seats

8 -Way Power Passenger Seat

Height Adjustable Passenger Seat

Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat

Ventilated Driver Seat

Ventilated Passenger Seat

10 -Way Power Driver Seat

Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat

Bucket Front Seats

Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

Passenger Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

10 -Way Power Passenger Seat

Bucket Front Seats

Height Adjustable Passenger Seat

Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat

Ventilated Driver Seat

Ventilated Passenger Seat

10 -Way Power Driver Seat

Leather

Massaging

Height Adjustable Driver Seat

Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat

Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

Passenger Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

Driver Seat Thigh Extension

Rear Seats Features:

Folding center armrest

Sliding rear seats with 40/20/40 split folding seatbacks and adjustable recline

Multi-Level Heating

Rear Ventilation Ducts With Fan Control

Reclining Rear Seats

Rear Ventilation Ducts With Fan Control

Power Folding Split-Bench Third Row Seats

Reclining Rear Seats

Split-Folding Rear Seatback

Folding Center Armrest

Suspension

Front Suspension:

Audi S-tuned adaptive air suspension

Front Stabilizer Bar

Rear Suspension:

Audi S-tuned adaptive air suspension

Rear Stabilizer Bar

Suspension Info:

Four-Wheel Independent Suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration:

yes

Climate Control:

yes

More Comfort Features:

Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors

Four Zone Climate Control

Turn Signal In Mirrors

Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors

Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Entertainment

DVD player:

AM/FM Radio:

yes

Satellite radio:

yes

Video monitor:

More Entertainment:

17 Total Speakers

Bang & Olufsen Premium Brand Speakers

3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

730 Watts Stereo Output

USB With External Media Control

USB Connection

Surround Audio Surround Audio (Discrete)

590 Watts Stereo Output

Burmester Premium Brand Speakers

Speed Sensitive Volume Control

Auxiliary Audio Input And USB With External Media Control

2 Subwoofer(S)

6 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

USB Connection

13 Total Speakers

Surround Audio Surround Audio (Discrete)

Exterior Features

Sunroof:

yes

Rear defogger:

yes

Safety Features

ABS:

yes

Front head airbags:

yes

Rear head airbags:

yes

Dual front side-mounted airbags:

yes

Emergency braking assist:

yes

Traction control:

yes

Child seat anchors:

yes

Front brakes:

Ventilated disc

Ventilated Front Disc

Stability control:

yes

Rear brakes:

Ventilated disc

Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes

Rear door child safety locks:

yes

Daytime running lights:

yes

Engine immobilizer:

yes

Front fog lights:

yes

Dusk sensing headlamps:

yes

Auto delay off headlamps:

yes

Front headrests:

yes

Rear headrests:

yes

Tire pressure monitoring:

yes

More Safety Features:

High Pressure Washers Headlamps

Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

Post-Collision Safety System

Rear Center 3-Point Belt

Self-Leveling Headlights

Pre-Collision Safety System

Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System

Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation

Turn Signal Mirrors

Rear Height Adjustable Headrests

LED Headlamp

Cornering Lights

Turn Signal Mirrors

Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation

Rear Height Adjustable Headrests

Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System

Blind Spot Warning Accident Avoidance System

Pre-Collision Safety System

Brake Drying

Rear Center 3-Point Belt

Post-Collision Safety System

LED Headlamp

Adaptive Headlights

Options

Packages:

Prestige

Black Optic Package

Towing Package

Luxury Package

S Sport Package

E-ACTIVE BODY CONTROL Package

Warmth And Comfort Package

Air Balance Package

Night Package

Executive Rear Seat Package

Executive Rear Seat Package PLUS

Acoustic Comfort Package

ENERGIZING Package PLUS

Off-Road Package

Driver Assistance Package PLUS

Exterior Options:

22" 5 Twin-Spoke V Design Forged Wheels

Audi Guard Wheel Lock Kit

Carbon Fiber Mirror Caps

Audi Black Rings And Badges Kit

22" Summer Tires

Trailer Hitch (Class IV)

Silver Wheel Locks

Illuminated Star

22” AMG Multi-Spoke Wheels W/Black Accents

MAGIC VISION CONTROL

Panorama Sunroof

Roof Spoiler

22” AMG Multi-Spoke Wheels

Black Side Cladding

23” AMG Twin 5-Spoke Wheels W/Black Accents

Chrome Door Handle Inserts

21” AMG 5-Spoke Wheels W/Black Accents

Interior Options:

Audi Cargo Box

USB Cables

Audi S Beam-Front And Rear Doors

Audi Guard Protection Kit

Night Vision Assistant

Bang & Olufsen 3D Advanced Sound System

Audi First Aid Kit

Audi Guard Cargo Mat

Interior Protection Package

Heated 2nd-Row Seats

Head-Up Display

MBUX Interior Assistant

Power 2nd-Row Side-Window Sunshades

Wood/Leather Steering Wheel

Speed Limit Assist

Heated And Cooled 2nd-Row Cupholder

Black DINAMICA Headliner

Load Sill Protector

Burmester High-End 3D Surround Sound System

Topstitched MB-Tex Lower Dash And Upper Door Trim

6-Seat Cabin Configuration

Heated 3rd-Row Seats

Topstitched Nappa Leather Upper Dash And Door Trim

Heated Steering Wheel

Heated And Cooled Front Cupholders

MBUX Augmented Video For Navigation

Exclusive Trim Package

Colors

Interior Colors:

Color:

Rotor Gray Valcona, leather

#889093

Black Valcona, leather

#000000

Arras Red Valcona, leather

#935554

Color:

Black, leather

#12151D

Espresso Brown/Magma Grey, leather

#40352E

Macchiato Beige/Magma Grey, leather

#ACA4A0

Black Tartufo, leather

#6D6463

Black/Magma Grey Exclusive Nappa, premium leather

#4D5159

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Comparison - Audi SQ8 TFSI 2021 - vs - Mercedes-Benz GLS 580 4MATIC 2020

General

Also called:

--

Also called:

GL-Class

Expert Reviews

Fuel

Engine and Performance

Convenience

Exterior Dimensions

Interior Dimensions

Weights and capacites

Instruments

Power Features

Seats

Suspension

Comfort

Entertainment

Exterior Features

Safety Features

Options

Colors

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