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Mercedes-Benz GLS 400d 4MATIC
Suv · Diesel · AWD
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Audi Q7 55 TFSI e
Suv · Hybrid · AWD
Mercedes-Benz GLS 400d 4MATIC
Car A
Mercedes-Benz GLS 400d 4MATIC
A premium 7-seat AWD diesel built for long-distance travel and large families, the GLS 400d 4MATIC blends strong torque, respectable efficiency, and generous cargo space. Best for road trips over tight-city or budget-focused use.
7 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safetyAWD
Audi Q7 55 TFSI e
Car B
Audi Q7 55 TFSI e
A premium 7-seat AWD plug-in hybrid that mixes strong acceleration with standout efficiency when charged. Well-suited to road trips and large families, but limited cargo space and a short EV range curb city versatility.
7 seatsSuvHybrid5-star safety2.4 L/100km367 hpAWDHybrid
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Usage fit

Family 76 / 62
City 27 / 36
Budget / value 26 / 36
Road trip 78 / 64
Performance 36 / 39
Cargo 49 / 23
Practical 48 / 43
Premium 66 / 65
Winter 80 / 80

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz GLS 400d 4MATIC · Orange = Audi Q7 55 TFSI e

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz GLS 400d 4MATIC Audi Q7 55 TFSI e
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Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz GLS 400d 4MATIC

  • Seven seats and a 640‑liter trunk suit family travel and luggage.
  • Diesel efficiency at 7.4 l/100 km is efficient for its class on long runs.
  • 700 Nm torque and 6.3 s 0–100 km/h support confident passing and merging.
  • AWD traction adds confidence for winter and mixed-road conditions.

Audi Q7 55 TFSI e

  • Seven seats suit large families and road trips
  • AWD traction supports winter and mixed conditions
  • Strong performance: 0–100 km/h in 5.7 s with 367 hp and 500 Nm
  • Efficient for its class when charged: 43 km EV range and 2.4 combined consumption

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz GLS 400d 4MATIC if…
Efficiency & everyday ease
Mercedes-Benz GLS 400d 4MATIC is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your priority.
Pick Audi Q7 55 TFSI e if…
More power
Audi Q7 55 TFSI e puts out 367 hp vs 330 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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