Compare performance (507 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (70600 £ vs 50300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q7 or Mercedes GLC?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Mercedes GLC has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 50300 £ , while the Audi Q7 costs 70600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20301 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes GLC manages with 1.60 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Audi Q7 with 3.80 L. The difference is about 2.20 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes GLC performs significantly better – achieving up to 714 km, about 632 km more than the Audi Q7.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes GLC has a evident edge – offering 680 HP compared to 507 HP. That’s roughly 173 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLC is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Audi Q7 takes 4.10 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLC pulls evident stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 770 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Audi Q7 offers evident more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.
In curb weight, Mercedes GLC is minimal lighter – 1910 kg compared to 2055 kg. The difference is around 145 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Audi Q7 offers clearly perceptible more room – 887 L compared to 620 L. That’s a difference of about 267 L.
When it comes to payload, Audi Q7 clearly perceptible takes the win – 885 kg compared to 600 kg. That’s a difference of about 285 kg.
Overall, the Mercedes GLC shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
The Audi Q7 cuts an imposing figure on the road, balancing restrained luxury with a spacious, tech-rich cabin that makes long journeys feel effortless. It rides with confident composure and polished manners, so if you want a premium family SUV that feels grown-up and worth the badge, the Q7 is a persuasive choice — even the in-laws will be impressed.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
70600 - 100600 £
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Price
50300 - 126600 £
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Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 11.9 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.9 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh
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Electric Range
81 - 82 km
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Electric Range
12 - 714 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
94 kWh
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co2
86 - 271 g/km
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co2
0 - 225 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
49 - 65 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5 - 7
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2055 - 2460 kg
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Curb weight
1910 - 2535 kg
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Trunk capacity
563 - 887 L
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Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
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Length
-
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Length
4716 - 4845 mm
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Width
1970 mm
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Width
1890 - 1913 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1603 - 1647 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1335 - 1740 L
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Payload
640 - 885 kg
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Payload
475 - 600 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
231 - 507 HP
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Power HP
186 - 680 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 7.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
208 - 275 km/h
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Torque
500 - 770 Nm
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Torque
320 - 1020 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Power kW
170 - 373 kW
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Power kW
137 - 500 kW
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Engine capacity
2967 - 3996 cm3
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Engine capacity
1991 - 2989 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025 - 2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, B, A
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.