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Audi Q8 vs. Mercedes-Benz GLE

In comparing the Audi Q8 to the Mercedes-Benz GLE, the Audi Q8 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Mercedes-Benz GLE has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Audi Q8 versus the Mercedes-Benz GLE, the Mercedes-Benz GLE is a better car than the Audi Q8.

Audi Q8 versus Mercedes-Benz GLE Pricing

A used 2023 Audi Q8 ranges from $71,836 to $95,134 while a used 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE is priced between $64,390 to $104,476. For a new model, the Audi Q8's price is between $76,883 and $95,114, with the Mercedes-Benz GLE priced between $64,029 and $104,943.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison

For engine performance, the Audi Q8’s base engine makes 335 horsepower, and the Mercedes-Benz GLE base engine makes 255 horsepower. The Q8 is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 518 miles. The GLE is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 563 miles. Both models use premium unleaded.

Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison

The Mercedes-Benz GLE has the advantage of offering higher ground clearance and payload capacity than the Audi Q8.

Safety Ratings Comparison

When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Audi Q8 and the Mercedes-Benz GLE have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.

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2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE

Pricing

New Asking Price:

$76,883 - $95,114

Used Asking Price:

$71,836 - $95,134

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

52.3%

Pricing

New Asking Price:

$64,029 - $104,943

Used Asking Price:

$64,390 - $104,476

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

46.4%

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

Not available

Reliability:

Not available

Retained Value:

7.2 / 10

Safety:

9.0 / 10

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.0 / 10

Reliability:

5.8 / 10

Retained Value:

8.1 / 10

Safety:

10.0 / 10

iSeeCars Rankings

Luxury Large SUVs with Best Resale Value

7 / 18

Luxury Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

50 / 67

iSeeCars Rankings

Luxury Midsize SUVs with Best Resale Value

5 / 21
10 / 21

Most Reliable Luxury Midsize SUVs

16 / 21
17 / 67

Luxury Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

21 / 67

Most Reliable Luxury Crossover SUVs

31 / 67

Summary Review

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Summary Review

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Pros and Cons

Not yet available

Pros and Cons

Not yet available

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Trim Levels

quattro Premium 55 TFSI, quattro Premium Plus 55 TFSI, quattro Prestige 55 TFSI

Trim Levels

AMG GLE 53, AMG GLE 63 S, GLE 350, GLE 350 4MATIC, GLE 450 4MATIC, GLE 580 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:

335 hp @ 5000 rpm

Torque:

369 foot-lbs @ 1370 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.067 hp per pound

Towing Capacity:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specifications

Horsepower:

255 hp @ 5800 rpm

Torque:

273 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.055 hp per pound

Towing Capacity:

Not yet available

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

3 liters

Engine Configuration:

V

Number of Cylinders:

6

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

AWD

EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):

18 / 23 / 20

Range (city/hwy):

405 / 518 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Premium Unleaded

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

2 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

RWD / AWD

EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):

20 / 25 / 22

Range (city/hwy):

450 / 563 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Premium Unleaded

Standard/Optional Features

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Heated Seats:

Standard

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Standard

Navigation System:

Standard

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Standard

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Standard/Optional Features

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Heated Seats:

Standard

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Standard

Navigation System:

Standard

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Standard

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Available

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

Available

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

N/A

Lane Keeping Assist:

N/A

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

N/A

360-Degree Camera:

Available

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Standard

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

37.1 inches

Front Leg Room:

41.6 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

59.5 inches

Rear Head Room:

38.1 inches

Rear Leg Room:

40.2 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

58.5 inches

Cargo Space:

30.5 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

60.7 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

Not yet available

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

40.5 inches

Front Leg Room:

40.3 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

59.3 inches

Rear Head Room:

36.9 inches

Rear Leg Room:

40.9 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

58.3 inches

Cargo Space:

33.3 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

74.9 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

Not yet available

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

4971 lbs

Width:

86.2 inches

Height:

67.2 inches

Length:

196.6 inches

Wheelbase:

117.9 inches

Ground Clearance:

5.8 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

4608 lbs

Width:

84.9 inches

Height:

70.7 inches

Length:

194.3 inches

Wheelbase:

117.9 inches

Ground Clearance:

7.1 inches

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

21.0 x 10.0 inches

Wheel Type:

alloy

Tire Size:

285/45R21

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

19.0 x 8.0 inches

Wheel Type:

alloy

Tire Size:

255/50R19