| Model Year | 2012 | 2023 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz R-Class | Audi Q7 | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 302 hp@6500 273 lb-ft@3500 |
turbocharged 3.0L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 335 hp@5700 369 lb-ft@2800 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 126.6 in | 117.9 in | 8.7 in |
| Length | 203.1 in | 199.3 in | 3.8 in |
| Width | 77.1 in | 77.6 in | -0.5 in |
| Height | 65.4 in | 68.5 in | -3.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4960 lb. | 4982 lb. | -22 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -1.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.9 in | -0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 60.3 in | 59.5 in | 0.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 41.7 in | -1.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.4 in | 38.8 in | 1.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.6 in | 58.5 in | 1.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 38.8 in | -2.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 37.2 in | 35.9 in | 1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 52.8 in | 49.4 in | 3.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 32.4 in | 29.2 in | 3.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 108.4 in (over 3 rows) | 109.7 in (over 3 rows) | -1.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.2 ft3 | 14.8 ft3 | 0.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.2 ft3 | 37.5 ft3 | 4.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.0 ft3 | 71.6 ft3 | 13.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Mercedes-Benz R-Class.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Audi Q7.