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Sport Utility Vehicles have evolved into the best way to get everything done, and in one trip. The ultimate way is in a luxury SUV, namely a midsize luxury SUV that offers elegance, prestige and performance. Nearly 15 years ago, Audi launched the sporty 3-row Q7 and since then, it has set the benchmark as the definitive SUV.
As you surely know, there are numerous offerings in the segment that boast high-end luxury amenities, novel technologies and design but few match the Audi Q7’s inherent poise. One SUV that comes close is the new 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE and so, let’s pit them against each other and see who comes out on top.
Where specifications are concerned, the Audi and the Mercedes are closely matched. Both SUVs are powered by turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engines. The Audi’s mill generates 248-horsepower while the Mercedes-Benz’s puts out 255-horsepower. Both produce identical torque at 273 lb.-ft. There are turbocharged 3.0-liter 6-cylinder engines with similar 48-volt mild hybrid technology for improved performance and utility. The Q7 55 TFSI delivers 335-horsepower while GLE 450’s output is rated at 362-horsepower. Once more, both generate the same amount of torque at 369 lb.-ft. As well, both the Q7 55 TFSI and the GLE 450 can tow 7,700 lb.
Technology, be it infotainment or safety, is crucial in these vehicles. This is why the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE and 2020 Audi Q7 are loaded with the latest technological safety advancements to keep everyone safe, and comfortable. On the latter point, the Audi Q7 is unmatched.
With standard comfortable seating for seven passengers, the Q7’s trunk goes from capacious to huge when the third row is stowed. A third row of seating is an expensive option in the GLE. What both offer as standard is a series of large highly-sophisticated displays. They include 12.3-inch instrument panel, and various infotainment screens. The Q7 is further delivered with MMI touch response as standard, with a 10.1-inch upper display used for controlling infotainment and navigation functions and an 8.6-inch lower display used for climate control, comfort and convenience functions.
Above and beyond the power, the technologies and comfort features, the freshly revised 2020 Audi Q7 has never better integrated a sporty and defined presence with subtle and graceful Audi design.
Come in and behold what is one of the most desirable luxury SUVs on the market today.
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