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Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class vs Audi RS Q8

Do you want to find out which car is the best, Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class or Audi RS Q8? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between GLE-Class and RS Q8. Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Price starts at Rs.1.12 Cr (ex-showroom) for 400d 4MATIC OM656 Turbocharged I6 Diesel AT and Audi RS Q8 Price starts at Rs.23.24 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Performance. Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class is 6 cylinder, 2925 cc Engine can generate 335 PS @ 3600 rpm power whereas Audi RS Q8 is a 8 cylinder, 4000 cc Engine can generate 640 bhp @ 6000 rpm power. In terms of mileage, GLE-Class provides a mileage of 12.6 kmpl (base model), and RS Q8 has a mileage of 8 kmpl (base model).

GLE-Class vs RS Q8

Key HighlightsMercedes-Benz GLE-ClassAudi RS Q8
PriceRs.1.12 CrRs.23.24 Lakh
Engine Capacity2925 cc4000 cc
Power335 PS @ 3600 rpm640 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Mileage/Range12.6 kmpl8 kmpl
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Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class 400d 4MATIC OM656 Turbocharged I6 Diesel AT car
400d 4MATIC OM656 Turbocharged I6 Diesel AT
Rs. 1.12 Cr
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Performance
Rs. 23.24 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
1.32 Cr
Price Breakup
26.87 Lakh
Price Breakup
Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
User Rating
4.3
3.8
Boot Space (Litres)
690 Litres
605 Litres
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Engine Displacement
2925 cc
4000 cc
Max Power (bhp @rpm)
335 PS @ 3600 rpm
640 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Colors
Images
GLE-Class Images
GLE-Class Images
GLE-Class Images
RS Q8 Images
RS Q8 Images
RS Q8 Images
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Exterior

Sunroof Type
Panoramic
Panoramic
Sunroof
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Power Windows
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Adjustable ORVMs
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Turn Indicators on ORVMs
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Rear Wiper
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Rear Defogger
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Bootlid Opener
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Rain Sensing Wipers
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Daytime Running Lights
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LED headlight
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Automatic Headlamps
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Follow Me Home Headlamps
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Front Suspension
Airmatic
Sport Adaptive Air Suspension
Rear Suspension
Airmatic
Sport Adaptive Air Suspension
Front Brakes
Disc
Disc
Rear Brakes
Ventilated Disc
Disc
Wheels
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Alloy
Spare Wheel
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Alloy
Front Tyre Size
255/50 R18
295/35 R23
Rear Tyre Size
255/50 R18
295/35 R23
Turning Radius
5.9 meters
5.92 meters
Tyre Size Spare
275/50 R20
295/35 R23
Wheels Size
R18
R23

Instrumentation

Low Fuel Level Warning
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Adjustable Cluster Brightness
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Fuel level guage
Digital
Digital
Gear Indicator
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Shift Indicator
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Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Avg fuel economy display
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Infotainment & Communication

Apple CarPlay
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Android Auto
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Voice Command
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Infotainment Screen
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Multifunction Display
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Touchscreen Size
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10.1 inches
Display Screen for Rear Passengers
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Bluetooth Compatibility
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Gesture Control
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Integrated Music System
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AM/FM Radio
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USB Compatibility
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Wireless Charger
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Warranty

Basic Warranty
2 Years/Unlimited Kms
2 Years/Unlimited Kms
Extended Warranty
Upto 6 years
upto 7 Years/Unlimited Kms

Engine & Transmission

Engine Capacity
2925 cc
4000 cc
Engine Type
V Type Engine
TFSI Engine
No. of Cylinders
6
8
No. of valves per cylinder
4
4
Cylinder Configuration
In-line
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Gears
9 Speed
8
Power
335 PS @ 3600 rpm
640 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Torque
700 Nm @ 1200 rpm
850 Nm @ 2050 rpm
Battery Capacity
1.2 kwh
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Fast Charging
Drivetrain
All Wheel Drive (AWD)
AWD
ARAI Certified Economy
10 kmpl
8 kmpl
Top Speed
247 kmph
305 kmph

Comfort & Convenience

Ventilated Seats
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AC
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Rear AC Vents
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Automatic climate control
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Heater
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Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
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Cruise Control
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Start / Stop Button
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Power Steering
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Adjustable steering
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Multifunction Steering Wheel
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Leather streering wheels
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Drive Modes
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Keyless Entry
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Electronic Parking Brake
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Safety

Airbags
7
8
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount)
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ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
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EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution)
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EBA (Electronic Brake Assist)
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ESP (Electronic Stability Program)
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ASR / Traction Control
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Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
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Lane Departure Warning
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Emergency Brake Light Flashing
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Seat Belt Warning
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Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
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Rear Middle Head Rest
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Hill Assist
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Hill Descent Control
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Dimensions & Capacity

Length
4924 mm
5012 mm
Width
2157 mm
1998 mm
Height
1772 mm
1694 mm
Wheelbase
2995 mm
2998 mm
Ground Clearance
200 mm
215 mm
No. of Seats
5
4
No. of Doors
4
4
Fuel Tank Capacity
93 Litres
85 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
8.5 Litres
6.1 Litres
Boot Space
690 Litres
605 Litres
Kerb Weight
2150 kg
2390 kg
Body Type
SUV
SUV

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • Engines are smoother and peppier
  • High quality levels remain, feature loaded as well
  • Increased space and comfort levels
  • It shares its DNA with the Lamborghini Urus - same platform and engine.
  • This 2494 kg SUV can do 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.4 seconds.
  • Can also be used as a daily driver considering its comfortable ride.
  • It looks much more handsome and sharper than the regular Q8.
Cons
  • Dynamics aren't as good as say the BMW options
  • Pricing has gone up considerably
  • The exhaust note could have been better.
  • Despite its outstanding screens and interior layout, it appears outdated when compared to other German luxury SUVs.
  • Not as practical as other Audi cars.
  • The 4.0L V8 drinks fuel like a fish.
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Detailed Comparison of Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class and Audi RS Q8

Safety

GLE-Class comes loaded with ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), EBA (Electronic Brake Assist), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ASR / Traction Control, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Hill Assist, Reverse Camera, Central Locking, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror, ADAS. RS Q8 has ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), EBA (Electronic Brake Assist), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ASR / Traction Control, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Emergency Brake Light Flashing, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Rear Middle Head Rest, Hill Assist, Hill Descent Control, 360 degree camera, Reverse Camera, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Fog Lights, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror, ADAS, Lane Watch Camera/ Side Mirror Camera.

Body

GLE-Class has doors and seats. It is an with 690 Litres boot space, 93 Litres fuel tank capacityand a ground clearance of 200 mm. It is 2157 mm wide, 1772 mm high and 4924 mm long. It has 2150 kg kerb weight and 2995 mm wheel base. Alternativelly, RS Q8 is an with doors and seats ,85 Litres fuel tank capacity, 605 Litres boot space, 215 mm ground clearance.It has 1694 mm height, 5012 mm length, 1998 mm width, and 2390 kgkerb weight.

Transmission

Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class comes with All Wheel Drive (AWD) and 9 Speed Automatic transmission. And RS Q8 comes with AWD and 8 Automatic transmission.

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Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class and Audi RS Q8 Owner Reviews

  • GLE-Class Review
  • RS Q8 Review
    • VS
      Vaibhav Singh
      1 Year ago
      4.3
      Classy interior, superb mileage, all in all, best in class According to me, GLE is totally worth buying I’ll recommend this car to anyone who wants style & class at the same time
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      prem kumar
      2 Year ago
      5.0
      I recently purchased GLE 400d 4 Matic in Mercedes-Benz silver star, Banjara hills and sales person receiving is so nice from starting to till ending of purchase and test drive facility was excellent and show room environment is so amazing and they are maintaining all types of accessories.
      Likes (1)
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    • LN
      Lopamundra Niruma
      3 Year ago
      3.5
      The car has modern features and comfort ride
      Likes (2)
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    • CN
      Ch Nagraju
      3 Year ago
      4.0
      This car dominance in the luxury SUV segment with the new-gen GLE, which is available in the LWB guise.
      Likes (2)
      Reply
    • UK
      Umesh Kumar
      3 Year ago
      4.2
      brand needs to work on pricing as its bit expensive than the competitior.
      Likes (1)
      Reply
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