Mercedes-Benz Gls600 vs Audi Sq6 E-Tron
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Mercedes-Benz Gls600

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2022 price

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Audi Sq6 E-Tron

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2025 price

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Summary

2022 Mercedes-Benz Gls600

2025 Audi Sq6 E-Tron

By Tung Nguyen

By Emily Agar

Safety Rating

Engine Type

Bi Turbo V8, 4.0L

Not Applicable, 0.0L

Fuel Type

Premium Unleaded Petrol

Electric

Fuel Efficiency

12.5L/100km (combined)

0.0L/100km (combined)

Seating

Likes

Next level interior
Second-row comfort and space
Striking design

Gorgeous design inside and out
Powerful and dynamic on-road handling
Quick charging and long drive range

Dislikes

High price tag
Glitchy second-row tablet
Little bit dull behind the wheel

Not super fun for an S badge
A couple of tech gremlins
Significant price jump from other grades

2022 Mercedes-Benz Gls600 Summary

You could argue that no brand is more synonymous with luxury than Mercedes-Benz, but what happens with a standard GLS SUV just isn’t exclusive enough for your tastes?

Enter the Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600, which builds on the brand’s large SUV offering with extra helpings of opulence and lavishness.

This thing screams money like Louis Vuitton or Cartier, only it has four wheels and will transport passengers in nearly unrivalled levels of refinement and comfort.

But is it more than just a showpiece? And can it handle the rigours of day-to-day life without losing its shiny, jewel-like lustre? Let’s go for a drive and find out.

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2025 Audi Sq6 E-Tron Summary

Sharing the same Volkswagen Group PPE platform as its main rival, the Porsche Macan 4S, the newly launched Audi SQ6 e-tron has promised both efficiency and performance.

Is it a combination that can be achieved in real life? My family of three have been testing it out this week to find out for you.

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Deep dive comparison

2022 Mercedes-Benz Gls600 2025 Audi Sq6 E-Tron

Verdict

It’s big, it’s bold and totally baller, but that’s kind of the point.

The Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 might not win over many fans with its in-your-face design or its sky-high price tag, but there is definitely an appeal here.

Taking luxury to another level is no easy feat, especially in a Mercedes, but the attention to detail, lavish second row and butter-smooth V8 engine combine to turn the already-good GLS into this exquisite Maybach.

Note: CarsGuide attended this event as a guest of the manufacturer, with accommodation and meals provided.

Verdict

When it comes to a performance electric SUV, the Audi SQ6 e-tron is a fine example and showcases a masterclass in design. It drives and handles beautifully, even if it’s not as fun as I expected.

The technology looks amazing and I'm sure the little bumps we experienced will be ironed out with a software update.

The SQ6 will suit a smaller family best but the decent driving range and fast charging capabilities means regional families might like it too.

Mercedes-Benz Gls600 vs Audi Sq6 E-Tron What's the difference?

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Mercedes-Benz Gls600 vs Audi Sq6 E-Tron
What's the difference?