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Audi SQ7 vs Mercedes-Benz GLC63 S

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC63 S

Overview

SpecAudi SQ7Premium PlusMercedes-Benz GLC63 SAMG GLC 63 S
Selected trimPremium PlusAMG GLC 63 S
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)premium unleaded (required)
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic9-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typemild hybridgas
Model year20262021

Pricing & market

SpecAudi SQ7Premium PlusMercedes-Benz GLC63 SAMG GLC 63 S
MSRP$93,800$84,500 (best)
Lowest listing price$49,465 (best)
Median listing price$104,412 (best)
Highest listing price$121,408 (best)
For sale now8 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecAudi SQ7Premium PlusMercedes-Benz GLC63 SAMG GLC 63 S
Combined MPG16 MPG17 MPG (best)
City MPG14 MPG15 MPG (best)
Highway MPG20 MPG22 MPG (best)
Fuel tank22.5 gal (best)17.4 gal

Performance

SpecAudi SQ7Premium PlusMercedes-Benz GLC63 SAMG GLC 63 S
Horsepower500 hp503 hp (best)
Torque568 lb-ft (best)516 lb-ft
Engine size4 L4 L
CylindersV8V8

Size & capability

SpecAudi SQ7Premium PlusMercedes-Benz GLC63 SAMG GLC 63 S
Seating7 seats (best)5 seats
Doors45 (best)
Cargo volume68.1 cu ft (best)36.1 cu ft
Towing capacity7,700 lbs (best)3,500 lbs
Payload1,301 lbs (best)
Curb weight5,280 lbs4,586 lbs (best)
Ground clearance6.4 in (best)
Wheelbase118 in (best)113.1 in
Length199.6 in (best)186.9 in
Width77.5 in (best)76 in
Height68.5 in (best)62.4 in

Safety & recalls

SpecAudi SQ7Premium PlusMercedes-Benz GLC63 SAMG GLC 63 S
NHTSA overallNot Rated
Frontal crash (driver)Not Rated
Frontal crash (passenger)Not Rated
Side crash (driver)Not Rated
Side crash (passenger)Not Rated
Side poleNot Rated
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)1None reported (best)

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimAudi SQ7Mercedes-Benz GLC63 S
1

Premium Plus

$93,800 MSRP(Currently comparing)

AMG GLC 63 S

$84,500 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Prestige

$99,800 MSRP

Live inventory

Audi SQ7 vs Mercedes-Benz GLC63 S FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Audi SQ7 or 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC63 S?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Audi SQ7 vs 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC63 S on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2026 Audi SQ7 or 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC63 S?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC63 S starts lower at $84,500. Live Audi SQ7 listings start at $49,465.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Audi SQ7 or 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC63 S?
The 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC63 S leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (84,500).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Audi SQ7 or 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC63 S?
The 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC63 S leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (17).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Audi SQ7 or 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC63 S?
The 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC63 S leads on horsepower in this comparison (503).
Which has better seats: 2026 Audi SQ7 or 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC63 S?
The 2026 Audi SQ7 leads on seats in this comparison (7).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Audi SQ7 or 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC63 S?
The 2026 Audi SQ7 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (7,700).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Audi SQ7 vs 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC63 S?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Audi SQ7 (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).