Model Year | 2018 | 2008 | |
Model | Audi Q7 | Mercedes-Benz R-Class | |
Engine | supercharged 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 333 hp@5500 325 lb-ft@2900 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6000 258 lb-ft@2400 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 117.9 in | 126.6 in | -8.7 in |
Length | 199.6 in | 203.0 in | -3.4 in |
Width | 77.5 in | 75.7 in | 1.8 in |
Height | 68.5 in | 65.4 in | 3.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4938 lb. | 4829 lb. | 109 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 25.1 gal. | -2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 39.8 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.5 in | 60.3 in | -0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 39.8 in | 1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 40.4 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 59.6 in | -1.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 36.2 in | 2.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.9 in | 37.2 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 49.4 in | 52.8 in | -3.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 29.2 in | 32.4 in | -3.2 in |
Total Legroom | 109.7 in (over 3 rows) | 108.4 in (over 3 rows) | 1.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.8 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 | -0.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 37.5 ft3 | 42.2 ft3 | -4.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 71.6 ft3 | 85.0 ft3 | -13.4 ft3 |
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.
2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very roomie see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3rd row seats are big enough and comfortable enough for an adult. 2nd row seats are the best captain chairs I have ever sat in in a car. Glass roof gives additional room appearance. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Great front view, comfortable seats. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 302-horsepower 5.0L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
There is excellent legroom in the middle and rear seats. All four recline. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Outstanding room in the second row- tons of leg room. Very comfortable see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Three different lumbar pumps...don't seem to be very different in what is inflated. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |