The large BMW X7 isn’t quite as large as the full-size Lincoln Navigator or Cadillac Escalade, but it has plenty of luxurious competition with mild-hybrid systems.
The Audi Q7 is smaller, especially in the third row, but comes loaded with impressive standard safety features.
Redesigned last year, the GLS stretches out past the GLE into Maybach territory with sumptuous luxury.
Relaunched for 2017, the Discovery’s infotainment can feel dated even if the design is timeless.
The Lincoln Aviator has the luxury bona fides of the Navigator, but it can fit in the garage.
The Volvo XC90 continues to impress with attractive styling and good standard features, but lacks the performance options of the Germans.
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The 2021 BMW X7 doesn’t compromise roominess, comfort, performance, or price. |
The 2021 Audi Q7 three-row SUV features more standard safety and convenience features, an excellent infotainment system, and a soft, luxurious ride. |
The 2021 Lincoln Aviator drops sensational style and space, but the Grand Touring plug-in’s a bit of a misfire. |
Low-key luxury lies in the 2021 Volvo XC90’s serene cockpit, in its strong acceleration, and in its gray-wool confines. |
The latest Land Rover Discovery trades Patagonia for Hugo Boss, but it’ll still head to the trails with the best of them. |
The 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class is a three-row crossover SUV that redefines luxurious family transport. |
| MSRP From | |||||
| $74,900 | $54,950 | $51,570 | $49,000 | $52,300 | $75,950 |
| Gas Mileage | |||||
| 15 MPG City / 24 MPG Hwy | 15 MPG City / 23 MPG Hwy | 17 MPG City / 26 MPG Hwy | 19 MPG City / 30 MPG Hwy | 16 MPG City / 26 MPG Hwy | 16 MPG City / 23 MPG Hwy |
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| Intercooled Turbo Gas/Electric I-6 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded V-6 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Supercharger Premium Unleaded V-6 | Intercooled Turbo Gas/Electric I-6 |
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| N/A | Standard SUV 4WD | Standard SUV 2WD | Standard SUV 2WD | N/A | N/A |
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| xDrive40i Sports Activity Vehicle | Premium 45 TFSI quattro | Standard RWD | T5 FWD Momentum 7P | SE V6 Supercharged | GLS 450 4MATIC SUV |
| Drivetrain | |||||
| All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Four Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Passenger Capacity | |||||
| 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 5 | 7 |
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| N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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| Sports Activity Vehicle | quattro Sport Utility | RWD | Sport Utility | Sport Utility | 4MATIC |
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| Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD |
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| 2021 BMW X7 vs. 2021 Audi Q7 | 2021 BMW X7 vs. 2021 Lincoln Aviator | 2021 BMW X7 vs. 2021 Volvo XC90 | 2021 BMW X7 vs. 2020 Land Rover Discovery | 2021 BMW X7 vs. 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLS Class | |
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