2018 Audi Q7 vs. 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE
When comparing the 2018 Audi Q7's and the 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Audi Q7 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency and reliability. The 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE has the advantage in the areas of resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2018 Audi Q7's and the 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
2018 Audi Q7 vs. 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE Pricing
A used 2018 Audi Q7 ranges from $22,158 to $38,690 while a used 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE is priced between $23,998 to $55,823.
2018 Audi Q7 vs. 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2018 Audi Q7 loses 53.1 percent of its value and the 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE loses 46.4 percent of its value. This means the 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE retains 6.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2018 Audi Q7.
2018 Audi Q7 vs. 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi Q7 is 8.3 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz GLE's quality rating is 8.4 out of 10. This results in the Audi Q7 being ranked 3 out of 21 Best Luxury Midsize SUVs and the Mercedes-Benz GLE being ranked 5 out of 21. Out of 68 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs, the Audi Q7 is ranked 12 and the Mercedes-Benz GLE is ranked 13.
2018 Audi Q7 vs. 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi Q7 is 7.9 out of 10. For the Mercedes-Benz GLE the reliability rating is 7.2 out of 10. This gives the Audi Q7 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Mercedes-Benz GLE.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2018 Audi Q7’s base engine makes 252 horsepower, and the 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE base engine makes 302 horsepower. The Q7 is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 563 miles. The GLE is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 566 miles.This gives the 2018 Audi Q7 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE the advantage in maximum range. Both models use premium unleaded.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2018 Audi Q7 and the 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
22158 - 38690
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.530814
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
23998 - 55823
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.463928
Audi Q7 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.344969 / 10
Reliability:
7.934909 / 10
Retained Value:
7.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Mercedes-Benz GLE Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.421528 / 10
Reliability:
7.164585 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi Q7 Rankings
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1 out of / 8Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
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2 out of / 68Ranking
3 out of / 21Ranking
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9 out of / 21Ranking
10 out of / 68Ranking
10 out of / 33Ranking
10 out of / 21Ranking
11 out of / 68Ranking
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13 out of / 33Ranking
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16 out of / 68Ranking
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16 out of / 33Ranking
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20 out of / 33Ranking
21 out of / 24Ranking
22 out of / 68Ranking
25 out of / 33Ranking
25 out of / 33Ranking
27 out of / 33Ranking
29 out of / 68Ranking
41 out of / 59Ranking
61 out of / 68Mercedes-Benz GLE Rankings
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1 out of / 61Ranking
1 out of / 21Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
3 out of / 68Ranking
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3 out of / 61Ranking
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5 out of / 27Ranking
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5 out of / 10Ranking
7 out of / 21Ranking
9 out of / 68Ranking
9 out of / 61Ranking
10 out of / 68Ranking
11 out of / 20Ranking
13 out of / 68Ranking
14 out of / 21Ranking
14 out of / 21Ranking
21 out of / 68Ranking
30 out of / 68Ranking
31 out of / 61Ranking
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36 out of / 61Ranking
38 out of / 54Ranking
45 out of / 59Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
2018 Audi Q7 Trim Levels
2.0T quattro Premium, 2.0T quattro Premium Plus, 3.0T quattro Premium, 3.0T quattro Premium Plus, 3.0T quattro Prestige
2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE Trim Levels
AMG GLE 43, AMG GLE 63, AMG GLE 63 S, GLE 350, GLE 350 4MATIC
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
252 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
273 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
302 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
273 foot-lbs @ 3500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 25 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
428 / 563 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 23 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
443 / 566 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.5 inches
Cargo Space:
14.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
71.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.4 inches
Cargo Space:
38.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
80.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4707 lbs
Width:
87.1 inches
Height:
68.5 inches
Length:
199.6 inches
Wheelbase:
117.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4650 lbs
Width:
84.3 inches
Height:
70.7 inches
Length:
189.7 inches
Wheelbase:
114.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/60R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/50R19