Mercedes-Benz M-Class vs. Audi Q7
When comparing the Mercedes-Benz M-Class's and the Audi Q7's specifications and ratings, the Mercedes-Benz M-Class has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. The Audi Q7 has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars Based on this comparison of the Mercedes-Benz M-Class's and the Audi Q7's specifications and ratings, the Mercedes-Benz M-Class is a better car than the Audi Q7.
Mercedes-Benz M-Class vs. Audi Q7 Pricing
A used 2015 Mercedes-Benz M-Class ranges from $14,500 to $27,975 while a used 2015 Audi Q7 is priced between $13,377 to $26,993.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Mercedes-Benz M-Class’s base engine makes 302 horsepower, and the Audi Q7 base engine makes 280 horsepower. The M-Class is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 590 miles. The Q7 is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 581 miles. This gives the Mercedes-Benz M-Class the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Audi Q7. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Mercedes-Benz M-Class has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Audi Q7 has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, front leg room and rear head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Audi Q7 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$14,500 - $27,975
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$13,377 - $26,993
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
53.1%
Mercedes-Benz M-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Audi Q7 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.3 / 10
Reliability:
7.9 / 10
Retained Value:
7.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Mercedes-Benz M-Class Rankings
Not yet available
Audi Q7 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
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3 out of / 67Ranking
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10 out of / 32Ranking
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14 out of / 67Ranking
14 out of / 20Ranking
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16 out of / 67Ranking
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29 out of / 67Ranking
43 out of / 60Ranking
55 out of / 67Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Mercedes-Benz M-Class Trim Levels
ML 250 BlueTEC, ML 350, ML 350 4MATIC, ML 400, ML 63 AMG
Audi Q7 Trim Levels
3.0 quattro TDI Premium, 3.0 quattro TDI Premium Plus, 3.0 quattro TDI Prestige, 3.0T quattro Premium, 3.0T quattro Premium Plus, 3.0T quattro S line Prestige
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
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:
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
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
280 hp @ 4920 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 2250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
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 / 24 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
443 / 590 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
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):
16 / 22 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
422 / 581 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Forward Collision 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
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
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:
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:
145.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
39 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.1 inches
Cargo Space:
10.9 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
72.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
144.1 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4652 lbs
Width:
84.3 inches
Height:
70.7 inches
Length:
189.1 inches
Wheelbase:
114.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.4 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5192 lbs
Width:
85.7 inches
Height:
68.4 inches
Length:
200.3 inches
Wheelbase:
118.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/50R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P255/55R18
