Model Year | 2018 | 2007 | |
Model | Audi Q7 | Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Engine | supercharged 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 333 hp@5500 325 lb-ft@2900 |
4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 335 hp@6000 339 lb-ft@2700 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,995 mm | 3,076 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 5,070 mm | 5,088 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,969 mm | 1,920 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,740 mm | 1,839 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,240 kg | 2,381 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 85 L | 98 L | -13 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 975 mm | 1,019 mm | 974 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,511 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,059 mm | 1,024 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 986 mm | 1,031 mm | 985 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,486 mm | 1,496 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 986 mm | 1,003 mm | 985 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 912 mm | 978 mm | -66 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,255 mm | 1,283 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 742 mm | 864 mm | -122 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,786 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,891 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 419 L | 405 L | 14 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,062 L | 1,240 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,027 L | 2,359 L | 0 L |
2018 Audi Q7 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Now that the Audi Q7's price and styling have been given their due, my other "why nots" are much less clear cut. You sit SUV-high in the new Audi Q7, even higher (if memory serves) than in the Volvo, and certainly higher than in the relatively car-like Acura. While the commanding view over traffic will appeal to many drivers, they're less likely to enjoy the Q7's high floor. The step up won't be an easy one for shorter or older drivers. They'll want running boards. For such a beamy vehicle, with about two inches more shoulder room than in the far-from-narrow Volvo XC90, the Audi Q7 has unexpectedly little stretch out room in the front seats. The culprit: an unusually high and wide center console. The XC90, with a much narrower and lower console, feels roomier--but not as sporty. see full Audi Q7 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Audi Q7.
2007 Mercedes-Benz GL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Excellent, usable 3rd row seating see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Roomy and adjustable. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Second row is good. Third row is EXCELLENT. Bigger than some of the monster American SUVs. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 4.7L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Large third row seating to accomodate adults in far back row... see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |