2024 Audi Q8 e-tron vs. 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 Review

Picture of the 2024 Audi Q8 e-tron

2024 Audi
Q8 e-tron

MSRP*: $74,400
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Picture of the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450

2024 Mercedes-Benz
GLS 450

MSRP*: $87,000
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MPG - City Info not available 19 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 6 seats
Cargo Space 56.4 ft3 84.7 ft3
Engine
  • 355-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 375-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 355 hp 375 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 7,700 lbs
Exterior Length 193.0 in 205.0 in
Exterior Width 76.2 in 79.9 in
Leg Room Front 40.8 in
Rear 39.1 in
Front 40.3 in
Rear 41.9 in
Head Room Front 38.1 in
Rear 39.0 in
Front 39.4 in
Rear 40.2 in

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Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 than in the Audi Q8 e-tron, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Audi Q8 e-tron, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the Audi Q8 e-tron will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450.

Dimensions
Since the Audi Q8 e-tron is much slimmer than the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Audi Q8 e-tron, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450.

Handling
The Audi Q8 e-tron has the same turning radius as the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Audi Q8 e-tron has a little less horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450.

Powertrain
The Audi Q8 e-tron has much lower torque than the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
The Audi Q8 e-tron has less seating than the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450, making the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The Audi Q8 e-tron has significantly less cargo capacity than the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450.