2025 Mercedes-Benz G-Class vs 2026 Audi SQ7

$148,250 · SUV

$93,800 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The comparison between the 2025 Mercedes-Benz G-Class (car1) and the 2026 Audi SQ7 (car2) reveals a significant $54,450 MSRP disparity, with the G-Class starting at $148,250 versus the SQ7's $93,800. Despite the steep premium, car1 offers lower output, producing 443 hp and 413 lb-ft of torque compared to car2's superior 500 hp and 568 lb-ft. Fuel economy favors the G-Class marginally, achieving 18 combined MPG versus the SQ7's 16 combined MPG, requiring premium unleaded for both. The physical differences are also notable: the G-Class stands substantially taller at 77.7 inches compared to the SQ7's 68.5 inches, although the SQ7 is slightly longer overall at 199.6 inches. Cargo space heavily favors the G-Class with 34.8 cu ft versus the SQ7's 13.6 cu ft, balancing the SQ7's substantial power advantage.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Mercedes-Benz G-Class

The G-Class offers a marginally better combined MPG rating of 18 versus the SQ7's 16, resulting in slightly lower running costs for regular routes.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Mercedes-Benz G-Class

The G-Class provides 34.8 cu ft of cargo capacity, more than double the 13.6 cu ft offered by the SQ7.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2026 Audi SQ7

The 2026 Audi SQ7 is significantly more potent, generating 500 hp and 568 lb-ft of torque compared to the G-Class's 443 hp and 413 lb-ft.

💰 Best Value

2026 Audi SQ7

The SQ7 offers 57 more horsepower and greater torque for $54,450 less than the starting MSRP of the G-Class.

Choose the Mercedes-Benz G-Class if...

Utility and vertical storage space are paramount, as the G-Class provides 34.8 cu ft of cargo capacity.
A more traditional, taller SUV profile is desired, evidenced by the 77.7-inch height versus the SQ7's 68.5 inches.
Fuel economy must be maximized, with the G-Class achieving 18 combined MPG compared to 16 MPG for the SQ7.

Choose the Audi SQ7 if...

Maximum engine output is the priority, as the SQ7 leads with 500 hp and 568 lb-ft of torque.
Budget consciousness is necessary, given the $54,450 lower starting MSRP ($93,800 vs $148,250).
A slightly longer overall footprint (199.6 inches) is preferred over the G-Class's 190.0-inch length.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Mercedes-Benz G-Class	Audi SQ7
Length	190.0"	199.6"
Width	76.0"	77.5"
Height	77.7"	68.5"
Wheelbase	113.8"	118.0"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	Audi
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Driver Attention 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	✓	✓
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
Brake Drying	✓	—
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Preparation System	✓	—
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Adaptive Headlights	✓	—
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Cornering Lights	✓	—
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Power Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	—	✓
Front Integrated Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	Audi
Base Engine Displacement	3.0 L	4.0 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 6	V8
Base Engine Type	mild hybrid	mild hybrid
Horsepower	443 hp @ 6100 rpm	500 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque	413 lb-ft @ 1950 rpm	568 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm
Number of Valves	24	32
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	Audi
Transmission Type	9-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	four wheel drive	all wheel drive
4WD System Type	Full Time	—
Transfer Case Gearing	Electronic Hi-Lo	—
Center Differential Type	Limited Slip	Limited Slip
[object Object]	✓	—
[object Object]	✓	—
[object Object]	✓	—
Hill Descent Control	✓	✓

Fuel

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	Audi
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (required)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	17/19 MPG	14/20 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	18 MPG	16 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	448.8/501.6 mi.	315.0/450.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	26.4 gal.	22.5 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	Audi
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	—
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Front View Camera	✓	✓
Side View Camera	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Automatic Parking Assist	✓	—
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Heated 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	✓	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	—	✓
Manual Rear Seat Easy Entry	—	✓
Four Zone Climate Control	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	Audi
Infotainment Display	12.3 in	10.1 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Premium Brand Stereo System	Burmester	—
Premium Speaker Brand	Burmester	—
Stereo Power	760W	755W
Speaker System	18	19
Surround Audio	Discrete	Discrete
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	6 months	3 months
Premium Brand Speakers	—	Bang & Olufsen
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	—	✓

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	Audi
Front Head Room	41.9 in.	39.9 in.
Front Leg Room	38.7 in.	41.3 in.
Front Shoulder Room	57.8 in.	59.5 in.
Seat Material: Leather	✓	✓
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	10-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	✓	—
Driver Seat Memory Settings	3	2
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	10-way	8-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Thigh Extension	✓	—
Passenger Seat Memory Settings	3	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power

Rearseats

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	Audi
Rear Head Room	40.5 in.	38.8 in.
Rear Leg Room	39.5 in.	38.8 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	57.4 in.	58.5 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Rear Seat Feature	✓	—
Pass-Thru Center Armrest	✓	—
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)	✓	—
Reclining Rear Seats	—	✓
Folding Center Armrest	—	✓
Power Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	Audi
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Size	19 x 8.5 in	21 in
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	275/55R19	✓
Spare Tire Type	Full Size Matching	—
Spare Tire Location	Outside Rear Mounted	—
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Mercedes-Benz	Audi
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Hybrid Component Warranty	6 yr./ 62000 mi.	—
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	12 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ unlimited mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	3 yr./ 30000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Mercedes-Benz G-Class and 2026 Audi SQ7.

What is the key performance difference between the two SUVs?

The 2026 Audi SQ7 is demonstrably more powerful, producing 500 horsepower and 568 lb-ft of torque. The 2025 Mercedes-Benz G-Class produces 443 hp and 413 lb-ft of torque, making the SQ7 superior in raw power metrics.

How does the base price affect the perceived value of these vehicles?

The price difference is substantial at $54,450; the SQ7 starts at $93,800 while the G-Class is priced from $148,250. This makes the SQ7 a significantly better value proposition based purely on MSRP versus provided power figures.

Which vehicle is better suited for hauling luggage and gear?

The G-Class (car1) is far superior for cargo, offering 34.8 cu ft of space. The SQ7 (car2) provides only 13.6 cu ft, making the G-Class the practical choice for utility.

Do both vehicles require premium fuel, and what is the MPG difference?

Yes, both vehicles require premium unleaded fuel. The G-Class is slightly more efficient at 18 combined MPG, whereas the SQ7 returns 16 combined MPG.

What are the differences in their overall dimensions and drivetrain?

The G-Class is significantly taller at 77.7 inches compared to the SQ7's 68.5 inches, but the SQ7 is nearly 10 inches longer. Both use sophisticated drive systems, with the G-Class featuring four-wheel drive and the SQ7 utilizing all-wheel drive.

How do the transmission systems differ?

The 2025 G-Class uses a 9-speed shiftable automatic transmission, providing an extra gear ratio over the 2026 Audi SQ7, which is equipped with an 8-speed shiftable automatic.