Mercedes-AMG creates the ultimate muscle SUV with enough room for an extended family.
Pros Rocket ship acceleration, S-class interior luxury, high-tech features galore.
Cons Clumsy-shifting automatic transmission, discombobulated ride, eye-watering price tag.
The 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class's #4 ranking is based on its score within the Luxury Large SUVs category. Currently the Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class has a score of 7.9 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 12 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Lavish cabin with supple seats Composed handling and smooth ride Good cargo capacity Powerful engines
Cons Steep infotainment learning curve
The 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class manages to feel worth every dollar the automaker charges for its sublime ride, luxurious interior, and prodigious power.
Pros Beautiful ride/handling balance Gorgeous interior Loads of luxury Tons of power, no matter the model Serious tech
Cons So expensive So heavy So thirsty And a few penny-pinching touches
The Audi SQ8 adds a heady dose of diesel performance to the regular Q8's style-led form, creating a compelling new variant in the Audi Sport range.
Pros Enticing low rpm performance Impressive dynamics for the size Comfortable and quiet as a family SUV... But able to transform itself when asked to angry-up
Cons Not different enough from a cheaper Q8 inside Minor wind noise interruption at highway speeds Hides its size well on the open road, but not on city streets
The SQ8 is new for 2020.Kicks off the first SQ8 generation.
Pros Twin-turbo 500-hp V8 moves the SQ8 with authority Four-wheel steering keeps the big SUV feeling nimble 48-volt hybrid system provides added acceleration from a standstill
Cons Less practical than the related Q7 Infotainment system can be distracting to use Limited interior storage
Put simply, the Audi SQ8 is one of the fastest diesel-powered SUV in the world and can be had with loads of high-tech kit. Sadly, lots of these features are reserved for top-spec Vorsprung cars.
Pros Sports-car fast Posh and spacious interior Plenty of infotainment tech
Cons Alternatives are more fun to drive Cheaper Q8 50TDI makes more sense Petrol-powered alternatives are more dramatic
