Comparison - Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class GLS 550 4MATIC 2019 - vs - Audi SQ8 TFSI 2021

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Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class GLS 550 4MATIC 2019

General

Other Names:

Also called:

GL-Class

Also called:

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Make:

Model:

Average Price:

95,750

Updated:

10 Apr 2019

95,000

Updated:

12 Nov 2020

Car Type:

SUV

Drive Type:

All Wheel Drive

Year:

2019

2021

Total Seating:

Transmission:

9-speed Shiftable Automatic

8-speed Shiftable Automatic

Bluetooth:

yes

Heated seats:

yes

Doors:

Fuel Tank Capacity:

26.40gals

22.50gals

Exterior Colors:

Color:

Black

#000000

Brilliant Blue Metallic

#0F0F96

Selenite Grey Metallic

#74849F

Iridium Silver Metallic

#ADB1B2

Lunar Blue Metallic

#18294B

Obsidian Black Metallic

#211810

Polar White

#E1E0DE

designo Cardinal Red Metallic

#A02C32

designo Diamond White Metallic

#EDE4D7

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

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews:

The 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class comes with all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 9-speed shiftable automatic.Limited GLS Grand Edition includes upgraded leather, wood trim, adaptive LED headlights, unique wheels.Part of the second GLS-Class generation introduced for 2013 (then called the GL-Class).

PROS
Spacious third-row seat can accommodate adults
Ample acceleration with any powertrain choice
Quiet cabin with luxurious trim
Available off-road package gives it true capability in the dirt

CONS
Many desirable features don't come standard
Large price jump from GLS 450 to GLS 550

By:

edmunds.com

The 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class wears its old-school heart on its sleeve, proudly.

Pros
Plenty of cargo- and people-space
Flexible seating
Luxury SUV-levels of swank
Latest safety equipment – much of which is standard
Surprisingly entertaining AMG model

Cons
No diesel option
COMAND system is due for replacement
Middling gas-engine fuel economy

By:

thecarconnection.com

The 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class ranked #2 in Luxury Large SUVs. Currently the Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class has a score of 8.6 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 36 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Ample engine power
Confident handling and comfortable ride
Upscale cabin quality
Three rows of spacious seats

Cons
Rivals have more standard features

By:

usnews.com

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

Fuel

Fuel Type:

Premium Unleaded

Fuel Economy City USA:

14.00mpg

15.00mpg

Fuel Economy HWY:

19.00mpg

21.00mpg

Engine type:

Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves:

Cylinders:

Engine Size/Displacement:

4.70L

4.00L

Torque:

516ft-lbs

at 1 800rpm

568ft-lbs

at 3 000rpm

Horsepower:

449hp

at 5 250rpm

500hp

at 5 500rpm

Cam Type:

Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Turning Circle:

40.70Feet

43.60Feet

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, Cruise And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length:

202.00in

196.60in

Width:

78.00in

78.50in

Height:

72.80in

67.20in

Ground Clearance:

8.50in

Front Track:

66.10in

Rear Track:

66.60in

Wheel Base:

121.10in

117.90in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

41.20

37.10

Rear Head Room:

40.00

38.10

Front Leg Room:

40.30in

41.60in

Rear leg room:

38.50in

40.20in

Front Shoulder Room:

58.50in

59.50in

Rear Shoulder room:

58.30in

58.50in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity:

93.80cu.ft

60.70cu.ft

Maximum Towing Capacity un-break:

7500lbs

7700lbs

Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place:

16.00cu.ft

30.50cu.ft

Angle of Approach:

33.00degrees

Angle of Departure:

27.00degrees

Curb Weight:

5578.00lbs

5324.00lbs

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:

4 one-touch power windows

Heated mirrors

Reverse tilt passenger only provides curb view when vehicle in reverse

Hands-Free Entry

Heated Mirrors

4 One-Touch Power Windows

Hands-Free Entry

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible:

yes

Front Seats Features:

10 -way power driver seat

Bucket front seats

Height adjustable passenger seat

Multi-level heating driver seat

Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support

Passenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support

Multi-level heating passenger seat

Leather

10-Way Power Passenger Seat

Height adjustable driver seat

Ventilated Driver Seat

Ventilated Passenger Seat

Massaging

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

Rear Seats Features:

Power folding split-bench third row seats

Reclining rear seats

Folding center armrest

Split-folding rear seatback

Rear Ventilation Ducts

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

Suspension

Front Suspension:

Front stabilizer bar

Audi S-tuned adaptive air suspension

Rear Suspension:

Rear stabilizer bar

Audi S-tuned adaptive air suspension

Suspension Info:

Four-wheel independent suspension

Four-Wheel Independent Suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration:

yes

Climate Control:

yes

More Comfort Features:

Dual illuminating vanity mirrors

Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Turn signal in mirrors

Three Zone Climate Control

Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors

Four Zone Climate Control

Turn Signal In Mirrors

Entertainment

DVD player:

yes

AM/FM Radio:

yes

Satellite radio:

yes

Video monitor:

yes

More Entertainment:

Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control

USB connection

Memory card slot

1 Subwoofer(S)

14 Total Speakers

830 Watts Stereo Output

Harman/Kardon Premium Brand Speakers

Harman/Kardon Premium Brand Stereo System

Speed-Sensitive Volume Control

Surround Audio Surround Audio (Discrete)

6 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

Satellite Radio W/Real Time Traffic Satellite Radio

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)

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:

Front ventilated disc brakes

Ventilated disc

Stability control:

yes

Rear brakes:

rear ventilated disc brakes

Ventilated disc

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:

Stolen Vehicle Tracking/Assistance*

Airbag Deployment Notification*

PARKTRONIC w/Active Parking Assist

Rear height adjustable headrests

Rear center 3-point belt

Remote anti-theft alarm system

Post-collision safety system

Brake drying

Pre-collision safety system

Emergency Braking Preparation

Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation

Turn signal mirrors

Rear Side Air Bags (SPC)

Emergency Service*

Vehicle Alarm notification*

LED Headlamp

Blind-Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

Cornering Lights

Self-Leveling Headlights

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

Options

Packages:

Driver Assistance Package

Grand Edition Package

Off-Road Package

Night Package

Prestige

Black Optic Package

Towing Package

Luxury Package

S Sport Package

Exterior Options:

MAGIC VISION CONTROL

Soft-Close Doors

Panorama Sunroof

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

Interior Options:

Heated 2nd-Row Seats

Ventilated Front Seats

Bang & Olufsen Sound System

2nd Row Side-Window Sunshades

Heated Steering Wheel

Rear Seat Entertainment Pre-Wiring

Rear Seat Entertainment

Heated & Cooled Front Cup Holders

Multicontour Front Seats W/Massage Feature

Power EASY-ENTRY Feature For 2nd-Row Seats

Cabin Air Purification System

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

Colors

Interior Colors:

Color:

Black, leather

#131313

designo Porcelain/Black Exclusive Nappa, premium leather

#E7DEDA

Crystal Grey/Black, leather

#A3A1A0

Espresso Brown, leatherette

#483F3D

Ginger Beige/Black, leather

#9E8B7C

Ginger Beige/Black, leatherette

#B6A598

Ginger Beige/Espresso Brown, leatherette

#9E8B7C

Saddle Brown/Black, leather

#936555

designo Espresso Brown Exclusive Nappa, premium leather

#534A48

designo Porcelain/Espresso Brown Exclusive Nappa, premium leather

#E7DEDA

Color:

Rotor Gray Valcona, leather

#889093

Black Valcona, leather

#000000

Arras Red Valcona, leather

#935554

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Comparison - Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class GLS 550 4MATIC 2019 - vs - Audi SQ8 TFSI 2021

General

Also called:

GL-Class

Also called:

--

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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