Audi Q7 45 TDI vs Mercedes-Benz GLS 350d 4MATIC

Audi Q7 45 TDI

Suv · Diesel · AWD

Mercedes-Benz GLS 350d 4MATIC

Suv · Diesel · AWD

Car A

Audi Q7 45 TDI

The Audi Q7 45 TDI is a seven-seat AWD SUV that prioritizes family space and efficiency for long trips. Strong torque and an 865-liter cargo area pair with 7.2 L/100km combined consumption to suit large families.

7 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety7.2 L/100kmAWD

Car B

Mercedes-Benz GLS 350d 4MATIC

A seven-seat AWD diesel that blends strong torque and efficient-for-its-class fuel use with generous cargo space, making it well-suited to large families and long trips. Its premium price and size make it less ideal for city-focused buyers.

7 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety286 hpAWD

Why compared same body typesame powertrainsame seatssame usage profilestrong usage match

Usage fit

Family 93 / 83

City 31 / 27

Budget / value 50 / 25

Road trip 82 / 82

Performance 32 / 35

Cargo 61 / 59

Practical 66 / 53

Premium 59 / 66

Winter 80 / 80

Scores out of 100. Blue = Audi Q7 45 TDI · Orange = Mercedes-Benz GLS 350d 4MATIC

Specs side-by-side

Spec Audi Q7 45 TDI Mercedes-Benz GLS 350d 4MATIC

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Pros & cons

Audi Q7 45 TDI

Seven seats and up to 865 liters of cargo space suit large families and gear.
Efficient for its class at 7.2 L/100km, ideal for long-distance travel.
AWD traction supports year-round and winter driving.
231 hp and 500 Nm (0–100 km/h in 6.1 s) give confident merging and overtakes.
Less suited to frequent city driving.
Not aimed at performance driving despite solid acceleration.
Diesel powertrain won’t fit buyers seeking electrified or zero-emission options.
Price of 59,900 may stretch some budgets.

Mercedes-Benz GLS 350d 4MATIC

Seven seats and an 825 L boot support family life and road trips.
7.5 L/100 km combined consumption is efficient for its class.
286 hp and 600 Nm (0–100 km/h in 6.3 s) give confident overtaking when loaded.
4MATIC AWD adds traction for winter and mixed conditions.
Premium pricing at 81,700 may exceed some budgets.
Seven-seat size can feel cumbersome in tight urban parking.
Diesel powertrain is less appealing for mostly short, city journeys.
If maximum fuel savings are the goal, smaller or hybrid models will be thriftier.

Verdict

Pick Audi Q7 45 TDI if…

Best fuel economy

Audi Q7 45 TDI uses 7.2 L/100km vs 7.5 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.

Pick Mercedes-Benz GLS 350d 4MATIC if…

More power

Mercedes-Benz GLS 350d 4MATIC puts out 286 hp vs 231 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

Audi Q7 45 TDI

Mercedes-Benz GLS 350d 4MATIC

Verdict

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