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Audi SQ7 vs Mercedes-Benz GLE53 AMG

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

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2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE53 AMG

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Overview

SpecAudi SQ7Premium PlusMercedes-Benz GLE53 AMGAMG GLE 53
Selected trimPremium PlusAMG GLE 53
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)premium unleaded (required)
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic9-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typemild hybridmild hybrid
Model year20262026

Pricing & market

SpecAudi SQ7Premium PlusMercedes-Benz GLE53 AMGAMG GLE 53
MSRP$93,800$90,000 (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 GLE53 AMGAMG GLE 53
Combined MPG16 MPG20 MPG (best)
City MPG14 MPG18 MPG (best)
Highway MPG20 MPG23 MPG (best)
Fuel tank22.5 gal22.5 gal

Performance

SpecAudi SQ7Premium PlusMercedes-Benz GLE53 AMGAMG GLE 53
Horsepower500 hp (best)429 hp
Torque568 lb-ft (best)384 lb-ft
Engine size4 L (best)3 L
CylindersV8I6

Size & capability

SpecAudi SQ7Premium PlusMercedes-Benz GLE53 AMGAMG GLE 53
Seating7 seats (best)5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume68.1 cu ft74.9 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity7,700 lbs7,700 lbs
Payload1,301 lbs (best)—
Curb weight5,280 lbs5,280 lbs
Wheelbase118 in (best)117.9 in
Length199.6 in (best)194.4 in
Width77.5 in79.3 in (best)
Height68.5 in70.2 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecAudi SQ7Premium PlusMercedes-Benz GLE53 AMGAMG GLE 53
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 GLE53 AMG
1

Premium Plus

$93,800 MSRP(Currently comparing)

AMG GLE 53

$90,000 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Prestige

$99,800 MSRP

AMG GLE 53

$92,150 MSRP

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Audi SQ7 vs Mercedes-Benz GLE53 AMG FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Audi SQ7 or 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE53 AMG?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Audi SQ7 vs 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE53 AMG 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 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE53 AMG?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE53 AMG starts lower at $90,000. Live Audi SQ7 listings start at $49,465.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Audi SQ7 or 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE53 AMG?
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE53 AMG leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (90,000).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Audi SQ7 or 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE53 AMG?
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE53 AMG leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (20).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Audi SQ7 or 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE53 AMG?
The 2026 Audi SQ7 leads on horsepower in this comparison (500).
Which has better seats: 2026 Audi SQ7 or 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE53 AMG?
The 2026 Audi SQ7 leads on seats in this comparison (7).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Audi SQ7 vs 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE53 AMG?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Audi SQ7 (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).