Audi Q7 vs Mercedes-Benz GLS

How does the Audi Q7 stack up against the Mercedes-Benz GLS? We put their headline specs side by side so you can see exactly where each car leads.

Audi Q7Audi Q7
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Mercedes-Benz GLSMercedes-Benz GLS
SpecAudi Q7Mercedes-Benz GLS
Horsepower (max)500 hp603 hp
0-100 km/h (fastest)4.1 s4.1 s
Top speed250 km/h280 km/h
Variants24
Body styleLarge 7-seat SUVFull-size 7-seat SUV
Generation4M LCIX167
Production2020 – present2020 – present
Length5,063 mm5,210 mm
Width1,970 mm1,956 mm
Height1,741 mm1,823 mm
Wheelbase2,995 mm3,135 mm

Audi Q7 vs Mercedes-Benz GLS: common questions

Is the Audi Q7 or Mercedes-Benz GLS faster?
Both the Audi Q7 and Mercedes-Benz GLS hit 0-60 mph in about 3.9s (0-100 km/h in 4.1s).
Which has more horsepower, the Audi Q7 or the Mercedes-Benz GLS?
The Mercedes-Benz GLS makes more power: 603 hp (450 kW) versus 500 hp (373 kW) for the Audi Q7.
Is the Audi Q7 or Mercedes-Benz GLS faster on top speed?
The Mercedes-Benz GLS has the higher top speed at 174 mph (280 km/h), versus 155 mph (250 km/h) for the Audi Q7.
What is the main difference between the Audi Q7 and the Mercedes-Benz GLS?
The Audi Q7 is a large 7-seat suv, while the Mercedes-Benz GLS is a full-size 7-seat suv. That difference in body style drives most of the others.
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