Comparison - Mercedes-Benz GLS-class 450 4MATIC 2020 - vs - Audi Q7 55 TFSI Premium Plus 2021

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Mercedes-Benz GLS-class 450 4MATIC 2020

General

Other Names:

Also called:

GL-Class

Also called:

--

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Make:

Mercedes-Benz

Audi

Model:

GLS-Class

Average Price:

75,200

Updated:

31 Oct 2019

63,800

Updated:

02 Apr 2020

Car Type:

SUV

Drive Type:

All Wheel Drive

Year:

2020

2021

Total Seating:

Transmission:

9-speed Shiftable Automatic

8-speed Shiftable Automatic

Bluetooth:

yes

Heated seats:

yes

Doors:

Fuel Tank Capacity:

23.80gals

22.50gals

Exterior Colors:

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

Color:

Carrara White

#FFFFFF

Navarra blue metallic

#313B78

Galaxy blue metallic

#2E5363

Florett silver metallic

#B2B2B2

Glacier white metallic

#E7E8EA

Samurai Gray metallic

#818588

Night black

#000000

Orca black metallic

#262626

Barrel brown metallic

#483A39

Vicuna beige metallic

#F5EEE8

Electric

Battery:

48 Volt/9.6Ah lithium-ion battery

Top Speed:

130mph

Seconds from 0 to 60mph:

5.70s

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews:

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

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

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

Minor changes to trim-level content and optional features for 2021.

Pros
Exceptional interior materials and build quality
Excellent ride quality
Plenty of safety and infotainment tech features
Surprisingly agile handling

Cons
Offers less cargo space than most competitors
Cramped third-row seat
Infotainment system is distracting to use

By:

edmunds.com

The 2021 Audi Q7 fuses a high-class cabin and abundant tech features with a coddling ride, engaging handling, and energetic engines, but it falls short on cargo and third-row space. The Q7 does not have an overall score or ranking because it has not been scored for predicted reliability.

Pros
Powerful engines
Well-balanced ride and handling
Lots of high-tech features
Opulent cabin

Cons
Subpar cargo space
Tight third row

By:

usnews.com

The 2021 Audi Q7 three-row SUV features more standard safety and convenience features, an excellent infotainment system, and a soft, luxurious ride.

Pros
Sophisticated interior
More standard safety tech
Improved touchscreens
Standard virtual cockpit
SQ7 performance model

Cons
New engine is less efficient
V-6 is about $6,000 more, depending on trim
Third row for children only
Third-row access should be easier

By:

thecarconnection.com

Fuel

Fuel Type:

Premium Unleaded

Fuel Economy City USA:

19.00mpg

18.00mpg

Fuel Economy HWY:

23.00mpg

Engine type:

Hybrid

Engine and Performance

Valves:

Cylinders:

Inline

Engine Size/Displacement:

3.00L

Torque:

369ft-lbs

at 1 600rpm

369ft-lbs

at 1 370rpm

Horsepower:

362hp

at 5 500rpm

335hp

at 5 000rpm

Cam Type:

Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Turning Circle:

39.40Feet

41.00Feet

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

Transmission Controls And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length:

205.00in

199.30in

Width:

77.00in

77.50in

Height:

71.80in

68.50in

Ground Clearance:

7.90in

Front Track:

65.70in

Rear Track:

66.60in

Wheel Base:

123.40in

117.90in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39.40

39.90

Rear Head Room:

40.20

38.80

Front Leg Room:

40.30in

41.70in

Rear leg room:

41.90in

38.80in

Front Hip Room:

60.80in

Front Shoulder Room:

59.30in

59.50in

Rear Hip Room:

60.00in

Rear Shoulder room:

58.50in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity:

84.70cu.ft

69.90cu.ft

Maximum Towing Capacity un-break:

7700lbs

Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place:

17.40cu.ft

14.80cu.ft

Curb Weight:

5701.00lbs

5082.00lbs

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:

Hands-Free Entry

Reverse Tilt Passenger Only Provides Curb View When Vehicle In Reverse

4 One-Touch Power Windows

Heated Mirrors

Hands-Free Entry

4 One-Touch Power Windows

Heated Mirrors

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible:

yes

Front Seats Features:

10 -Way Power Passenger Seat

Bucket Front Seats

Height Adjustable Passenger Seat

Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat

Leatherette

10 -Way Power Driver Seat

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

Bucket Front Seats

Height Adjustable Passenger Seat

Multi-Level Heating Driver 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

Rear Seats Features:

Folding center armrest

Rear Ventilation Ducts

Power Folding Split-Bench Third Row Seats

Reclining Rear Seats

Split-Folding Rear Seatback

Folding center armrest

Power Folding Split-Bench Third Row Seats

Rear Ventilation Ducts With Fan Control

Reclining Rear Seats

Split-Folding Rear Seatback

Suspension

Front Suspension:

Front Stabilizer Bar

Rear Suspension:

Rear Stabilizer Bar

Suspension Info:

Four-Wheel Independent Suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration:

yes

Climate Control:

yes

More Comfort Features:

Turn Signal In Mirrors

Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors

Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Turn Signal In Mirrors

Three Zone Climate Control

Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors

Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Entertainment

DVD player:

AM/FM Radio:

yes

Satellite radio:

yes

Video monitor:

More Entertainment:

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)

3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

Memory Card Slot

17 Total Speakers

Bang & Olufsen Premium Brand Speakers

Auxiliary Audio Input And USB With External Media Control

USB Connection

Surround Audio Surround Audio (Discrete)

730 Watts Stereo Output

Exterior Features

Sunroof:

yes

Rear defogger:

yes

Alloy Wheels:

yes

Wheel size:

19 X 8.5 In.

20 In

Wheels more:

Inside Mounted Spare Tire

Temporary Spare Tire

All Season Tires

Run Flat Tires

Wheel Dimensions:

Width:

275.00millimeters

Aspect Ratio:

Diameter:

R19

Width:

285.00millimeters

Aspect Ratio:

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 Front Disc

Stability control:

yes

Rear brakes:

Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes

Rear door child safety locks:

yes

Daytime running lights:

yes

Engine immobilizer:

yes

Front fog lights:

Dusk sensing headlamps:

yes

Auto delay off headlamps:

yes

Front headrests:

yes

Rear headrests:

yes

Tire pressure monitoring:

yes

More Safety Features:

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

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:

E-ACTIVE BODY CONTROL Package

Warmth And Comfort Package

Air Balance Package

Executive Rear Seat Package

Executive Rear Seat Package PLUS

Acoustic Comfort Package

ENERGIZING Package PLUS

Convenience Package

Driver Assistance Package PLUS

Black Optic Package

Premium Plus

Executive Package

Towing Package

Exterior Options:

Trailer Hitch (Class IV)

Illuminated Running Boards

Silver Wheel Locks

20” 8-Spoke Wheels

Soft-Close Doors

Illuminated Star

20” Twin 5-Spoke Wheels

MAGIC VISION CONTROL

Panorama Sunroof

Roof Spoiler

21” Triple 5-Spoke Wheels

Black Side Cladding

Chrome Door Handle Inserts

21” 5-Spoke Wheels

Matrix Design LED Headlights

Audi Guard Wheel Lock Kit

Audi Base Carrier Bars W/Storage Bag

Audi Black Rings And Badges Kit

Privacy Trunk Cover

Paint Protection

21" Audi Sport 5-Double-Spoke-Modular-Design Wheels

Interior Options:

Heated 2nd-Row Seats

Head-Up Display

MBUX Interior Assistant

Wood/Leather Steering Wheel

5-Zone Automatic Climate Control

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

Ventilated Front Seats

4-Zone Automatic Climate Control

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

Multicontour Front Seats W/Massage Feature

Audi Cargo Box

USB Cables

Audi Guard Protection Kit

Audi Guard All-Weather Floor Mats

Cargo Net

Audi First Aid Kit

Audi Beam-Rings Front And Rear Doors

Audi Guard Cargo Mat

Black Cloth Headliner

Colors

Interior Colors:

Color:

Black, leather

#12151D

Expresso Brown/Magma Grey, leather

#40352E

Macchiato Beige/Magma Grey, leather

#ACA4A0

Expresso Brown, leatherette

#3C312B

Macchiato Beige/Magma Grey, leatherette

#ACA4A0

Black, leatherette

#12151D

Black/Tartufo, leather

#6D6463

Black /Magma Grey Exclusive Nappa, premium leather

#4D5159

Color:

Okapi brown, leather

#B29182

Metro gray, leather

#B7BCB6

Saiga Beige, leather

#D8BB9B

Black, leather

#222222

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Comparison - Mercedes-Benz GLS-class 450 4MATIC 2020 - vs - Audi Q7 55 TFSI Premium Plus 2021

General

Also called:

GL-Class

Also called:

--

Electric

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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