Comparison - Mercedes-Benz GLC-class plug-in hybrid 2023 - vs - Audi SQ7 Prestige TFSI Quattro 2021

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Model: 
Average Price: 
$
49,100
Updated: 
12 Jun 2023
$
91,200
Updated: 
18 Jul 2020
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
All Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive
Year: 
2023
2021
Total Seating: 
5
7
Transmission: 
9-speed Shiftable Automatic
8-speed Shiftable Automatic
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
yes
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
4
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
17.40gals
22.50gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Black
#2B2D31
#EFEEF1
#5C5C5E
#909090
#24426A
#ADB0B7
#4A88C0
#454B4F
#952D2E
Color: 
Matador Red Metallic
#803A3D
Orca Black Metallic
#262626
Night Black
#000000
Glacier White Metallic
#E7E8EA
Daytone Gray Pearl Effect
#546465
Barrel Brown Metallic
#483A39
Florette Silver Metallic
#B2B2B2
Navarra Blue Metallic
#313B78

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

Pros
Smooth-running powertrain,
deluxe interior,
expensive looks match its starting price.

Cons
Not as athletic as its rivals,
steering could be more tactile,
infotainment interface isn't as intuitive as we'd like.

By: 
caranddriver.com

Pros
Connected steering with just the right amount of weight
Quiet and comfortable with excellent ride quality
Mild hybrid system improves responsiveness and efficiency
Interior build quality and materials are exceptional

Cons
Wireless charging pad is hard to reach
Where are the ventilated seats?
Plug-in model not available yet
Multimedia system can be complicated to use

By: 
edmunds.com

A heated steering wheel is now standard. And if you opt for the Executive package on the Premium Plus trim, additional leather trim is now included.We would choose the more expensive Prestige trim so that we can get the SQ7’s $5900 S Sport package, which adds desirable performance enhancements such as a sport rear differential and Audi’s Active Roll Stabilization system. This brings the SQ7’s price close to six figures, but the extras are well worth the money.

Pros
Impressively quick acceleration,
athletic chassis,
high-end cabin with room for seven.

Cons
Isn't particularly fuel efficient,
options quickly escalate to a six-figure price tag,
all-digital dash layout may irk some drivers.

By: 
caranddriver.com

The 2021 Audi SQ7 comes with all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 8-speed shiftable automatic.A heated steering wheel is now standard.Executive package now includes more leather surfaces.

PROS
Twin-turbo 500-hp V8 moves the SQ7 with authority
Four-wheel steering keeps the big SUV feeling nimble
48-volt hybrid system provides added acceleration from a standstill

CONS
Cramped third-row seats
Infotainment system can be distracting to use

By: 
edmunds.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Premium Unleaded
Premium Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
20.00mpg
15.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
26.00mpg
21.00mpg
Engine type: 
Hybrid
Hybrid

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
16
32
Cylinders: 
4
Inline
8
V
Engine Size/Displacement: 
2.00L
4.00L
Torque: 
295ft-lbs
at 2 000rpm
568ft-lbs
Horsepower: 
255hp
at 5 800rpm
500hp
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
38.70Feet
41.70Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
yes
no
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
yes
yes
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
no
yes
Side view Camera: 
no
yes
On steering wheel: 
Transmission, cruise and audio controls on steering wheel
Transmission Controls And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel
More in Convenience: 
Leather steering wheel
Universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)
Turn signal in mirrors
Keyless ignition
Leather Steering Wheel
Keyless Ignition
Universal Remote Transmitter (For Garage Door, Security System, Etc.)
Heated Steering Wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
185.70in
199.60in
Width: 
81.70in
77.60in
Height: 
64.60in
68.50in
Wheel Base: 
113.70in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
41.30
39.90
Rear Head Room: 
39.70
38.80
Front Leg Room: 
40.70in
41.70in
Rear leg room: 
37.40in
38.80in
Front Shoulder Room: 
57.30in
59.50in
Rear Shoulder room: 
56.60in
58.50in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
59.30cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
7700lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
21.90cu.ft
Curb Weight: 
5291.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
yes
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
yes
Compass: 
no
yes

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
4 one-touch power windows
1st row power glass moonroof
Heated mirrors
Hands-Free Entry
Heated Mirrors

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
Leatherette
Bucket front seats
10-way power driver seat
Height adjustable driver seat
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Driver seat thigh extension
10-way power passenger seat
Height adjustable passenger seat
Passenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Passenger seat thigh extension
Multi-level heating driver seat
Multi-level heating passenger seat
Bucket Front Seats
Height Adjustable Passenger Seat
Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat
Ventilated Driver Seat
Ventilated Passenger Seat
Leather
8 -Way Power Passenger Seat
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat
Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
8 -Way Power Driver Seat
Passenger Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
Rear Seats Features: 
Folding center armrest
Folding center armrest
Power Folding Split-Bench Third Row Seats
Rear Ventilation Ducts With Fan Control
Reclining Rear Seats
Split-Folding Rear Seatback
Multi-Level Heating

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Front Stabilizer Bar
Rear Suspension: 
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Suspension Info: 
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors
Dual zone front climate control
Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror
Rear ventilation ducts
Four Zone Climate Control
Turn Signal In Mirrors
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
11.9" infotainment display size
Wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay
USB with external media control
Speed sensitive volume control
Bang & Olufsen Premium Brand Speakers
3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service
19 Total Speakers
USB With External Media Control
USB Connection
Surround Audio Surround Audio (Discrete)

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
no
no
Rear defogger: 
no
no
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
18 x 8.0
21 In.
Wheels more: 
Inside mounted spare tire
Temporary spare tire
All Season Tires
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
235.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
60
Diameter: 
R18
Width: 
285.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
40
Diameter: 
R21

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
Ventilated front disc
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
ventilated disc brakes
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
yes
no
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
Remote anti-theft alarm system
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
Post-collision safety system
Pre-collision safety system
Blind spot warning accident avoidance system
Turn Signal Mirrors
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests
Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
Pre-Collision Safety System
Rear Center 3-Point Belt
Post-Collision Safety System
LED Headlamp
Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

Options

Packages: 
Prestige
Towing Package
Black Optic Package
Luxury Package
S Sport Package
Exterior Options: 
Audi Base Carrier Bars W/Storage Bag
Audi Guard Wheel Lock Kit
Laser Headlights Package
Audi Black Rings And Badges Kit
21" Summer Tires
Privacy Trunk Cover
Carbon Fiber Mirror Caps
Interior Options: 
Audi Cargo Box
Audi S Beam-Front And Rear Doors
USB Cables
Audi Guard Protection Kit
Night Vision Assistant
Bang & Olufsen 3D Advanced Sound System
Audi First Aid Kit
Interior Protection Package
Audi Guard Cargo Mat

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Rotor Gray Valcona, leather
#889093
Black Valcona, leather
#000000
Arras Red Valcona, leather
#935554