Audi A7 40 TDI vs Mercedes-Benz G 350 d

Audi A7 40 TDI

Sedan · Diesel · AWD

Mercedes-Benz G 350 d

Sedan · Diesel · FWD

Car A

Audi A7 40 TDI

The Audi A7 40 TDI blends long‑distance efficiency with AWD assurance and strong pace, making it a natural for premium road trips. Five seats and a 535‑liter trunk boost practicality, though urban commuters may want a different powertrain focus.

5 seatsSedanDiesel5-star safety5.5 L/100kmAWD

Car B

Mercedes-Benz G 350 d

The Mercedes-Benz G 350 d focuses on road-trip comfort and power, combining a 286 hp diesel and 600 Nm with a capacious 890 L cargo area. Premium pricing and front-wheel drive make it less compelling for city-first drivers or those wanting AWD traction.

5 seatsSedanDiesel5-star safety286 hp

Why compared same body typesame powertrainsame seatssame usage profilestrong usage match

Usage fit

Family 55 / 67

City 35 / 24

Budget / value 35 / 13

Road trip 69 / 77

Performance 36 / 32

Cargo 30 / 50

Practical 35 / 39

Premium 60 / 70

Winter 70 / 30

Scores out of 100. Blue = Audi A7 40 TDI · Orange = Mercedes-Benz G 350 d

Specs side-by-side

Spec Audi A7 40 TDI Mercedes-Benz G 350 d

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Pros & cons

Audi A7 40 TDI

Efficient for its class at 5.5 L/100 km, great for highway mileage
AWD traction supports winter and mixed‑weather travel
0–100 km/h in 5.7 s for confident overtakes and ramps
Five seats and a 535‑liter trunk work for a growing family’s luggage
Diesel powertrain is less at ease in stop‑start city driving
Trunk capacity may fall short for cargo‑heavy use
Premium pricing around 68,000 may exceed tighter budgets
Not suited to drivers seeking electric‑only or ultra‑quiet urban running

Mercedes-Benz G 350 d

Strong diesel torque (600 Nm) for confident overtakes when fully loaded
Quick 0–100 km/h in 6.4 s aids easy highway merging
Large 890 L trunk fits road-trip luggage and family gear
Premium positioning aligns with comfort-focused travel
Premium price (100000) reduces appeal for budget-focused buyers
Front-wheel drive may not satisfy shoppers seeking AWD traction
9.2 L/100 km combined consumption is less suited to short city trips
Five seats only, so no third row for larger families

Verdict

Pick Audi A7 40 TDI if…

Best fuel economy

Audi A7 40 TDI uses 5.5 L/100km vs 9.2 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.

Pick Mercedes-Benz G 350 d if…

More power

Mercedes-Benz G 350 d puts out 286 hp vs 204 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

Audi A7 40 TDI

Mercedes-Benz G 350 d

Verdict

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