2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS and 2022 Audi Q7 are two huge luxury vehicles that come with every convenience you need on the road and make a statement of your status and wealth. They are both spacious, comfortable, offer you plenty of power and excellent control but they differ in details. For this reason, it’s important to learn more about these vehicles before making a final decision. That’s why we’ve prepared this comparison between the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS vs. the 2022 Audi Q7 to help you decide which car will be the best choice for your needs.
Design & Style
Both cars feature similar exterior dimensions, but that doesn’t mean they both look alike. On the one hand, you have BMW’s bolder, more extroverted design cues; on the other hand, you have a more subtle yet equally bold and striking design in its way. It all comes down to personal taste—but one thing is for sure: When it comes to exterior design, these two are no carbon copies of each other. Their closest rivals (the Volvo XC90 and Volkswagen Atlas) don’t offer quite as many unique styling details.
The 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS is offered in three different trim levels, and each features a premium interior designed with leather upholstery and brushed aluminum trim. The 2022 Audi Q7 offers only one interior design, making it one of the few luxury SUVs not to offer buyers different interior options to choose from.
Technology & Safety
Both offer cutting-edge safety features, including automatic emergency braking and lane keep assist. The 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS also has several driver assistance technologies (with cameras, sensors, and another tech) that help you park and steer if you get too close to other vehicles or obstacles like pedestrians or cyclists. The 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS might have a slight edge here because it offers adaptive cruise control while neither SUV can change lanes on its own yet (the Q7 does come with a camera that helps it see traffic around it).
Performance
When you take into account that both of these SUVs offer comparable engine performance specs, it’s not difficult to figure out which of these two is better for your needs and lifestyle in terms of fuel economy. Take, for example, their 1/2-ton tow ratings and powertrain performance. When you compare on that scale, you’ll see that the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS is rated higher than the 2022 Audi Q7. So, if working with a smaller engine size without sacrificing engine performance or power towing capability matters most to you, then looking at a new 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLA 45 AMG® Crossover might be an excellent choice for your needs!
The Bottom Line
If you have your sights set on an SUV and have a clear preference for a German design, then there’s no contest. The 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS is simply a better vehicle than its competition, with more space and style to boot. That said, if you lean more toward performance and gas mileage than luxury and pure off-road capability, check out the 2022 Audi Q7 as well—it may be just what you’re looking for. After all, it’s an impressive vehicle in its own right. Either way, we hope we were able to help you compare these two amazing vehicles; congratulations on choosing your next new car, the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS!
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