| Model Year | 2017 | 2022 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz GLS | Audi RS Q8 | |
| Engine | turbocharged 5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 577 hp@5500 561 lb-ft@1750 |
turbocharged 4.0L V8 Hybrid DOHC-4v 591 hp@6000 590 lb-ft@2200 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 117.9 in | 3.2 in |
| Length | 202.0 in | 197.3 in | 4.7 in |
| Width | 76.1 in | 78.7 in | -2.6 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 66.7 in | 6.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 5754 lb. | 5490 lb. | 264 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 26.4 gal. | 22.5 gal. | 3.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 41.1 in | 0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 59.5 in | -1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 41.2 in | -0.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 38.6 in | 1.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.3 in | 58.5 in | -0.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 40.1 in | -1.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 38.9 in | 0.0 in | 38.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.5 in | 0.0 in | 50.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 35.0 in | 0.0 in | 35 in |
| Total Legroom | 113.8 in (over 3 rows) | 81.3 in (over 2 rows) | 32.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.0 ft3 | 30.5 ft3 | -14.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 49.4 ft3 | 30.5 | 18.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 93.8 ft3 | 60.7 ft3 | 33.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2022 Audi RS Q8.