2025 Audi Q7 vs 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Coupe

$60,500 · Crossover

$76,400 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The $15,900 MSRP gap between the 2025 Audi Q7 ($60,500) and the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Coupe ($76,400) is the most significant initial differentiator. This price disparity reflects substantial performance variances, as the GLE Coupe offers a commanding 375 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque, vastly exceeding the Q7's 261 hp and 273 lb-ft. Fuel economy is marginally better in the Audi, achieving 22 combined MPG compared to the Mercedes' 21 combined MPG, despite both requiring premium unleaded fuel. Dimensionally, the Q7 is slightly longer at 199.3 inches versus the GLE Coupe's 194.5 inches, although the GLE Coupe presents a significantly larger interior volume with 31.6 cu ft of cargo capacity, nearly doubling the Q7's 14.2 cu ft. Both vehicles feature AWD and utilize sophisticated automatic transmissions, with the GLE opting for a 9-speed unit over the Q7's 8-speed.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Audi Q7

The Audi Q7 offers a marginally better combined fuel economy rating of 22 MPG, making it slightly less expensive for routine driving.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Coupe

The Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Coupe provides superior utility with 31.6 cu ft of cargo capacity compared to the Q7's 14.2 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Coupe

The GLE Coupe boasts substantially higher performance figures, producing 375 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque.

💰 Best Value

2025 Audi Q7

The Audi Q7 undercuts the Mercedes-Benz by a significant $15,900 MSRP difference while still offering AWD capability.

Choose the Audi Q7 if...

You prioritize a lower entry price, starting at $60,500 versus the competitor's $76,400.
You prefer the slightly more conservative exterior length of 199.3 inches.
You value marginally better efficiency, achieving 22 combined MPG over 21 combined MPG.

Choose the Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Coupe if...

Maximum utility is required, evidenced by 31.6 cu ft of cargo space.
Performance is paramount, indicated by the 114 hp advantage (375 hp vs 261 hp).
You prefer the engagement of a 9-speed transmission over an 8-speed automatic.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Audi Q7	Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Coupe
Length	199.3"	194.5"
Width	77.6"	79.3"
Height	68.5"	68.1"
Wheelbase	117.9"	115.6"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Audi	Mercedes-Benz
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	—
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	—
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	—
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	—
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	✓	—
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Front Fog Lights	✓	—
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Multi-Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓
Brake Drying	—	✓
Brake Preparation System	—	✓
Adaptive Headlights	—	✓
Front Power Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Audi	Mercedes-Benz
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	3.0 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 6
Base Engine Type	mild hybrid	mild hybrid
Horsepower	261 hp	375 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque	273 lb-ft	369 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm
Number of Valves	16	24
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Audi	Mercedes-Benz
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	9-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	all wheel drive
Center Differential Type	Limited Slip	Limited Slip
Hill Descent Control	✓	✓

Fuel

Feature	Audi	Mercedes-Benz
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (required)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	20/26 MPG	19/25 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	22 MPG	21 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	450.0/585.0 mi.	427.5/562.5 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	22.5 gal.	22.5 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Audi	Mercedes-Benz
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	—
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	✓	—
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Manual Rear Seat Easy Entry	✓	—
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	✓	—
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Cargo Floor Mats	✓	—
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	—	✓
Front View Camera	—	✓
Side View Camera	—	✓
Automatic Parking Assist	—	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	—	✓
Cruise Control	—	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	—	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Audi	Mercedes-Benz
Infotainment Display	10.1 in	12.3 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Stereo Power	180W	—
Speaker System	10	—
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	6 months
Subwoofer Count	—	2

Power Feature

Feature	Audi	Mercedes-Benz
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Moonroof Type	1st Row Power Glass Extended	1st Row Power Glass Extended
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Audi	Mercedes-Benz
Front Head Room	39.9 in.	40.5 in.
Front Leg Room	41.7 in.	40.3 in.
Front Shoulder Room	59.5 in.	59.3 in.
Seat Material: Leather	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	10-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	3
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	10-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Front Hip Room	—	60.8 in.
Seat Material: Leatherette	—	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power
Passenger Seat Memory Settings	—	3

Rearseats

Feature	Audi	Mercedes-Benz
Rear Head Room	38.8 in.	36.9 in.
Rear Leg Room	38.8 in.	40.9 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	58.5 in.	58.3 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Power Folding Third Row Seat	✓	—
Rear Hip Room	—	59.8 in.

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Audi	Mercedes-Benz
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Diameter	19 in	—
Tire Size	255/55R H	275/50R20
Run Flat Tires	✓	—
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy
Wheel Size	—	20 x 9.0 in
Tire Type	—	All Season
Spare Tire Type	—	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	—	Inside Mounted

Suspension

Feature	Audi	Mercedes-Benz
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	Audi	Mercedes-Benz
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	12 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Hybrid Component Warranty	—	6 yr./ 62000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Audi Q7 and 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Coupe.

What is the primary functional difference in cargo space between the two crossovers?

The 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Coupe offers substantially more utility, providing 31.6 cubic feet of cargo capacity. In contrast, the 2025 Audi Q7 is severely limited, offering only 14.2 cubic feet, making the GLE Coupe the clear choice for large hauling needs.

How much more power does the GLE Coupe deliver over the Audi Q7?

The Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Coupe delivers 375 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque, which is a deficit of 114 horsepower and 96 lb-ft of torque for the Audi Q7's 261 hp and 273 lb-ft.

Are fuel economy ratings significantly different between the two premium AWD models?

No, the difference in efficiency is marginal; the Audi Q7 manages 22 combined MPG, while the GLE Coupe achieves 21 combined MPG, indicating that both require premium unleaded for their respective power outputs.

What is the dollar amount separating the starting MSRPs?

There is a substantial $15,900 gap in Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price, with the Audi Q7 starting at $60,500 and the Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Coupe beginning at $76,400.

Do these vehicles use different transmission technologies?

Yes, while both utilize automatic, shiftable AWD systems, the GLE Coupe utilizes a 9-speed shiftable automatic transmission, whereas the Q7 is equipped with an 8-speed unit.

Which vehicle has a wider physical footprint?

Despite the Audi Q7 being longer overall at 199.3 inches versus the GLE Coupe's 194.5 inches, the Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Coupe is wider at 79.3 inches, compared to the Q7's 77.6 inches.