Mercedes-Benz R-Class vs. Audi Q7
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Mercedes-Benz R-Class and Audi Q7 contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Mercedes-Benz R-Class and the Audi Q7.
When comparing the Mercedes-Benz R-Class's and the Audi Q7's specifications and ratings, the Mercedes-Benz R-Class has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and interior volume. The Audi Q7 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Mercedes-Benz R-Class and Audi Q7 have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Mercedes-Benz R-Class's and the Audi Q7's specifications and ratings, the Mercedes-Benz R-Class is a better car than the Audi Q7.
Pricing: A used 2012 Mercedes-Benz R-Class ranges from $6,350 to $20,871 while a used 2012 Audi Q7 is priced between $6,991 to $16,654.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Mercedes-Benz R-Class’s base engine makes 268 horsepower, and the Audi Q7 base engine makes 280 horsepower. Both the R-Class and the Q7 are rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 443 and 581 miles respectively. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Mercedes-Benz R-Class has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The Audi Q7 has the advantage in the areas of front leg room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings: The Audi Q7 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$52,690
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
N/A
Category Starting MSRP Range:
N/A
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$46,250
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
$54,548
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
$39,075 - $90,300
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$12,579
Price Range:
$6,350 - $20,871
Category Avg Price:
N/A
Category Avg Price Range:
N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
4
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
91,964
# Good or Great Deals:
3
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$11,839
Price Range:
$6,991 - $16,654
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
$15,189
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
$10,773 - $22,068
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
25
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
129,695
# Good or Great Deals:
7
Mercedes-Benz R-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Audi Q7 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.0 / 10
Reliability:
8.1 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Mercedes-Benz R-Class
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Audi Q7
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.4
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.6
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
2.9
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
1.3 - 19.5
Mercedes-Benz R-Class Rankings
Not yet available
Audi Q7 Rankings
Ranking
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4 out of / 68Ranking
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6 out of / 68Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
6 out of / 20Ranking
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10 out of / 29Ranking
11 out of / 68Ranking
11 out of / 29Ranking
11 out of / 20Ranking
12 out of / 68Ranking
12 out of / 68Ranking
12 out of / 29Ranking
13 out of / 26Ranking
14 out of / 68Ranking
14 out of / 29Ranking
14 out of / 20Ranking
15 out of / 68Ranking
15 out of / 29Ranking
15 out of / 29Ranking
16 out of / 68Ranking
19 out of / 29Ranking
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21 out of / 29Ranking
24 out of / 68Ranking
24 out of / 29Ranking
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29 out of / 68Ranking
42 out of / 59Ranking
64 out of / 68Available Body Styles
Wagon
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Mercedes-Benz R-Class Trim Levels
R 350, R 350 BlueTEC
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:
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
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
268 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 2400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
280 hp @ 4920 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 2250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.053 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:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 21 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
338 / 443 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
Air Suspension:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Captain's seat:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Quad Seats:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Roadside assistance:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Air Suspension:
Available
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Captain's seat:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Available
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
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 Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
39.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
59.6 inches
Cargo Space:
15.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
85 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
42.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
162.2 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
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
42.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
144.1 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4949 lbs
Width:
85.4 inches
Height:
65.4 inches
Length:
203 inches
Wheelbase:
126.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5291 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
Exterior Colors
Beige
Pearl Beige Metallic
Black
Black / Obsidian Black Metallic
Blue
Capri Blue Metallic
Brown
Dakota Brown Metallic
Gray
Palladium Silver Metallic / Steel Grey Metallic
Silver
Iridium Silver Metallic
White
Arctic White / Diamond White Metallic
Exterior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Orca Black Metallic
Blue
Cobalt Blue Metallic / Mugello Blue Pearl Effect
Brown
Teak Brown Metallic
Gray
Daytona Gray Pearl Effect / Graphite Gray Metallic / Lava Gray Pearl Effect
Silver
Ice Silver Metallic
White
Glacier White Metallic / Ibis White
Interior Colors
Beige
Almond Beige
Black
Black
Gray
Ash
Brown
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Cardamom Beige
Black
Black
Gray
Limestone Gray
Brown
Espresso Brown