Mercedes-Benz GLE vs Audi Q8
Overview | |
MSRP$54,750 | MSRP$68,200 |
Listings9858 | Listings2663 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.2 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryRedesigned for 2020, the GLE-Class is the second-most-popular Mercedes-Benz in the U.S. It's a midsize luxury SUV in every traditional sense, but because Mercedes has way too much time and money to develop cars, the newest GLE has comfort and technology that border on ridiculous. The GLE Coupe models are brand-new for 2021 and among the strangest vehicles on the planet. Among the eight variants of this big Benz, at least one might fit your lifestyle, if not your budget. | |
Reviews SummaryThe two-row Audi Q8 delivers a lot of what affluent buyers are looking for. Its two higher-grade performance variants, the Audi SQ8 and Audi RS Q8 give buyers the option of adding more power and improved drive dynamics for the otherwise relatively traditional luxury SUV. It faces stiff competition in its segment but is positioned to be a worthy challenger. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 255 hp I4 | Engine |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive Train |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower255 hp @ 5800 rpm | Horsepower |
MPG City19 | MPG City |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 255 hp I4 | Engine Name3.0L 335 hp V6 |
Torque273 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm | Torque369 lb-ft @ 2800 rpm |
Horsepower255 hp @ 5800 rpm | Horsepower335 hp @ 5700 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City19 | MPG City |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway |
Interior | |
Leather Seats | Leather SeatsStandard |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space33.3 cu ft | Cargo Space30.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight4608 lbs | Curb Weight5004 lbs |
Height70.7 in | Height67.2 in |
Length194.3 in | Length196.6 in |
Width84.9 in | Width86.2 in |
Wheelbase117.9 in | Wheelbase117.9 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload1102 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity5950 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity7700 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $54,750 | $68,200 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.0 out of 10Read full review | 7.2 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Redesigned for 2020, the GLE-Class is the second-most-popular Mercedes-Benz in the U.S. It's a midsize luxury SUV in every traditional sense, but because Mercedes has way too much time and money to develop cars, the newest GLE has comfort and technology that border on ridiculous. The GLE Coupe models are brand-new for 2021 and among the strangest vehicles on the planet. Among the eight variants of this big Benz, at least one might fit your lifestyle, if not your budget. | The two-row Audi Q8 delivers a lot of what affluent buyers are looking for. Its two higher-grade performance variants, the Audi SQ8 and Audi RS Q8 give buyers the option of adding more power and improved drive dynamics for the otherwise relatively traditional luxury SUV. It faces stiff competition in its segment but is positioned to be a worthy challenger. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 255 hp I4 | |
Drive Train | RWD | |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Horsepower | 255 hp @ 5800 rpm | |
MPG City | 19 | |
MPG Highway | 26 | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 255 hp I4 | 3.0L 335 hp V6 |
Torque | 273 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm | 369 lb-ft @ 2800 rpm |
Horsepower | 255 hp @ 5800 rpm | 335 hp @ 5700 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 19 | |
MPG Highway | 26 | |
Interior | ||
Leather Seats | Standard | |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Standard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | Standard |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 33.3 cu ft | 30.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4608 lbs | 5004 lbs |
Height | 70.7 in | 67.2 in |
Length | 194.3 in | 196.6 in |
Width | 84.9 in | 86.2 in |
Wheelbase | 117.9 in | 117.9 in |
Maximum Payload | 1102 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 5950 lbs | 7700 lbs |

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