Mercedes-Benz R-Class vs. Audi Q7
In comparing the Mercedes-Benz R-Class to the Audi Q7, 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 versus the Audi Q7, the Mercedes-Benz R-Class is a better car than the Audi Q7.
Mercedes-Benz R-Class vs. Audi Q7 Pricing
A used 2012 Mercedes-Benz R-Class ranges from $9,041 to $22,418 while a used 2012 Audi Q7 is priced between $9,550 to $19,983.
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 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:
$9,041 - $22,418
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$9,550 - $19,983
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
53.1%
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:
8.4 / 10
Reliability:
8.0 / 10
Retained Value:
7.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Mercedes-Benz R-Class Rankings
Not yet available
Audi Q7 Rankings
Ranking
5 out of / 21Ranking
5 out of / 11Ranking
8 out of / 67Ranking
8 out of / 25Ranking
9 out of / 21Ranking
10 out of / 67Ranking
13 out of / 25Ranking
15 out of / 25Ranking
15 out of / 21Ranking
56 out of / 67Summary Review
Not yet available
Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available 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
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:
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 Specifications
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
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
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:
alloy
Tire Size:
255/50R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
P255/55R18
