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Mercedes-Benz GLS vs Audi RS Q8

Do you want to find out which car is the best, Mercedes-Benz GLS or Audi RS Q8? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between GLS and RS Q8. Mercedes-Benz GLS Price starts at Rs.1.44 Cr (ex-showroom) for 450d 4MATIC AMG Line and Audi RS Q8 Price starts at Rs.2.32 Cr (ex-showroom) for Performance. Mercedes-Benz GLS is 6 cylinder, 2989 cc Engine can generate 362 bhp @ 4000 rpm power whereas Audi RS Q8 is a 8 cylinder, 4000 cc Engine can generate 640 bhp @ 6000 rpm power. In terms of mileage, GLS provides a mileage of N/A kmpl (base model), and RS Q8 has a mileage of 8 kmpl (base model).

GLS vs RS Q8

Key HighlightsMercedes-Benz GLSAudi RS Q8
PriceRs.1.44 CrRs.2.32 Cr
Engine Capacity2989 cc4000 cc
Power362 bhp @ 4000 rpm640 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Mileage/RangeN/A kmpl8 kmpl
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Mercedes-Benz GLS 450d 4MATIC AMG Line car
450d 4MATIC AMG Line
Rs. 1.44 Cr
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Audi RS Q8 Performance car
Performance
Rs. 2.32 Cr
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
1.71 Cr
Price Breakup
2.76 Cr
Price Breakup
Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
User Rating
4.5
3.8
Boot Space (Litres)
493 Litres
605 Litres
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Engine Displacement
2989 cc
4000 cc
Max Power (bhp @rpm)
362 bhp @ 4000 rpm
640 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Colors
Images
GLS Images
GLS Images
GLS 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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Projector headlight
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Automatic Headlamps
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Follow Me Home Headlamps
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Front Suspension
Independent, Double Wishbone, Air Suspension with Adaptive Damping
Sport Adaptive Air Suspension
Rear Suspension
Independent, Multi-link, Air Suspension with Adaptive Damping
Sport Adaptive Air Suspension
Front Brakes
Disc
Disc
Rear Brakes
Disc
Disc
Wheels
Alloy
Alloy
Spare Wheel
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Alloy
Front Tyre Size
275/45 R21
295/35 R23
Rear Tyre Size
315/40 R21
295/35 R23
Turning Radius
6 meters
5.92 meters
Tyre Size Spare
175/65 R15
295/35 R23
Wheels Size
R21
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
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Digital
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Odometer
Digital
Digital

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
12.3 inches
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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Speakers
27
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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
3 Years/Unlimited Kms
2 Years/Unlimited Kms
Extended Warranty
8 Years/Unlimited kilometers
upto 7 Years/Unlimited Kms

Engine & Transmission

Engine Capacity
2989 cc
4000 cc
Engine Type
OM656 Turbocharged I6
TFSI Engine
No. of Cylinders
6
8
No. of valves per cylinder
4
4
Cylinder Configuration
Six Cylinders
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Gears
9
8
Power
362 bhp @ 4000 rpm
640 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Torque
750 Nm @ 1350 rpm
850 Nm @ 2050 rpm
Fast Charging
Drivetrain
AWD
AWD
ARAI Certified Economy
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8 kmpl
Top Speed
250 kmph
305 kmph
Emission Norm
BS6 Phase 2
BS6

Comfort & Convenience

Ventilated Seats
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Ventilated Seats Type
Front Only
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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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Keyless Entry
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Electronic Parking Brake
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Safety

Airbags
9
8
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount)
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Overspeed Warning
1 beep over 80kmph& Continuous beeps over 120kmph
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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
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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Dimensions & Capacity

Length
5209 mm
5012 mm
Width
2157 mm
1998 mm
Height
1823 mm
1694 mm
Wheelbase
3135 mm
2998 mm
Ground Clearance
200 mm
215 mm
No. of Seats
7
4
No. of Doors
5
4
Fuel Tank Capacity
90 Litres
85 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
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6.1 Litres
Boot Space
493 Litres
605 Litres
Kerb Weight
2505 kg
2390 kg
Body Type
SUV
SUV

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • Has a highly luxurious cabin
  • Looks Macho
  • Sufficiently Capable off the road
  • 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
  • Expensive to buy and maintain
  • 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 GLS and Audi RS Q8

Safety

GLS 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, 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, Blind Spot Detection, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Fog Lights, Lane Watch Camera/ Side Mirror Camera, ADAS, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror. 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, ADAS, Lane Watch Camera/ Side Mirror Camera, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror.

Body

GLS has doors and seats. It is an with 493 Litres boot space, 90 Litres fuel tank capacityand a ground clearance of 200 mm. It is 2157 mm wide, 1823 mm high and 5209 mm long. It has 2505 kg kerb weight and 3135 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 GLS comes with AWD and 9 Automatic transmission. And RS Q8 comes with AWD and 8 Automatic transmission.

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Mercedes-Benz GLS and Audi RS Q8 Owner Reviews

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    • st
      swadesh tomar
      2 Year ago
      5.0
      good comfort inside the cabin feels great
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    • P
      Praveen
      2 Year ago
      5.0
      Silver Star gave me a wonderful experience in buying the car. The consultants over there are very humble and clarified every doubt I had and gave me a day to think. I whole heartedly thank Silver Star.
      Likes (2)
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    • S
      Shikhar
      3 Year ago
      3.5
      The engine of the car is powerful, great acceleration and comfortable to drive
      Likes (4)
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    • r
      reena
      3 Year ago
      5.0
      nice car.
      Likes (1)
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    • AB
      Abhishek Biaswas
      3 Year ago
      3.8
      This comes with a powerful engine and Endless personalisation options which is rare with the competitor
      Likes (1)
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