Compare the Audi Q8 vs Mercedes-Benz GLE
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Both the Audi Q8 and Mercedes-Benz GLE provide loads of room up front with plenty of adjustment, and both feature standard air suspension that keeps their rides comfortable. However, their interiors handle key functions differently. The Mercedes-Benz GLE provides a row of physical buttons for the climate control, while the Audi Q8 relies on a touchscreen for heating and ventilation that is a bit fiddly to use on the move. Even so, touch controls prove awkward in both cars, with the touch-sensitive steering wheel buttons in the Mercedes-Benz GLE also proving a pain while driving. When it comes to everyday practicality, the Audi Q8 can tow more, but only the Mercedes-Benz GLE offers the option of a third row of seats.
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Compare the specs
Standard kit
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3 isofix points
Three child-seat mounting points, so three car seats can fit across the back if needed.
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Android Auto
Mirrors your Android phone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
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Apple CarPlay
Mirrors your iPhone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
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Climate control
Automatically keeps the cabin at a set temperature, rather than a manual heater dial.
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Cruise control
Holds a steady speed on the motorway without keeping your foot on the accelerator.
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Heated seats
Warms the seat itself on cold mornings.
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Leather seats
Leather (or leather-look) seat upholstery instead of cloth.
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Navigation
Built-in sat nav on the car's own screen, no phone needed.
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Parking Camera
A rear (sometimes 360°) camera that shows what's behind you while parking.
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Parking Sensors
Beeps that get faster as you get closer to something while parking.
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Touchscreen infotainment
A touch-operated screen for media, settings and (often) navigation.
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Android Auto
Mirrors your Android phone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
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Apple CarPlay
Mirrors your iPhone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
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Climate control
Automatically keeps the cabin at a set temperature, rather than a manual heater dial.
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Cruise control
Holds a steady speed on the motorway without keeping your foot on the accelerator.
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Heated seats
Warms the seat itself on cold mornings.
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Leather seats
Leather (or leather-look) seat upholstery instead of cloth.
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Navigation
Built-in sat nav on the car's own screen, no phone needed.
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Parking Camera
A rear (sometimes 360°) camera that shows what's behind you while parking.
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Parking Sensors
Beeps that get faster as you get closer to something while parking.
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Touchscreen infotainment
A touch-operated screen for media, settings and (often) navigation.
Key information
| Body type SUVs | Body type SUVs |
| Available fuel types Diesel | Available fuel types Diesel |
| Number of seats 5 | Number of seats 5 |
| Boot space, seats up 680 litres (5+ suitcases) Best | Boot space, seats up 630 litres (5+ suitcases) |
| Boot space, seats down 1,755 litres | Boot space, seats down 2,055 litres Best |
| External dimensions (L x W x H) 5,006 mm x ?? mm x 1,678 mm | External dimensions (L x W x H) 4,954 mm x 2,018 mm x ?? mm |
| Towing capacity 3,500 kg Best | Towing capacity 2,700 kg |
| First year tax rate £3,420 | First year tax rate £2,270 Best |
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Fuel economy
This measures how much fuel a car uses, according to official tests. It's measured in miles per gallon (MPG) and a higher number means the car is more fuel efficient.
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Fuel economy
This measures how much fuel a car uses, according to official tests. It's measured in miles per gallon (MPG) and a higher number means the car is more fuel efficient.
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| Drive type Four wheel drive | Drive type Four wheel drive |
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Insurance
The insurance group the car sits in, from 1 to 50. The lower the group, the cheaper it usually is to insure.
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Insurance
The insurance group the car sits in, from 1 to 50. The lower the group, the cheaper it usually is to insure.
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Drivetrain & power
| Engine name 3.0 TDI Quattro 286 Tiptronic | Engine name GLE 300d 4Matic 9G-Tronic |
| Engine size 3.0 L Diesel • 286 BHP | Engine size 2.0 L Diesel • 269 BHP |
| Body type SUVs | Body type SUVs |
| Fuel type Diesel | Fuel type Diesel |
| Transmission Automatic | Transmission Automatic |
| Drive type Four wheel drive | Drive type Four wheel drive |
| Forward gears 8 | Forward gears 9 |
| Acceleration 6.1 s (0-60 mph) Best | Acceleration 6.9 s (0-60 mph) |
Dimensions & space
| Number of seats 5 | Number of seats 5 |
| Number of doors 5 | Number of doors 5 |
| Boot (seats up) 680 litres Best | Boot (seats up) 630 litres |
| Boot (seats down) 1,755 litres | Boot (seats down) 2,055 litres Best |
| Length 5,006 mm | Length 4,954 mm |
| Width — | Width 2,018 mm |
| Height 1,678 mm | Height — |
| Wheelbase 3.0 m | Wheelbase 3.0 m |
| Turning circle 13.3 m | Turning circle 12.4 m |
Full features list
*Please contact the dealer for a personalised quote, including terms and conditions. Quote is subject to dealer requirements, including status and availability. Illustrations are based on personal contract hire, 9 month upfront fee, 48 month term and 8000 miles annually, VAT included.