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Honda CR-V vs Mercedes C-Class Sedan - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (184 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (42800 £ vs 41200 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda CR-V or Mercedes C-Class Sedan?

Honda CR-V

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Mercedes C-Class Sedan

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mercedes C-Class Sedan has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 41200 £, while the Honda CR-V costs 42800 £. That’s a price difference of around 1605 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Honda CR-V manages with 0.90 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Mercedes C-Class Sedan with 1.60 L. The difference is about 0.70 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Mercedes C-Class Sedan performs noticeable better – achieving up to 117 km, about 38 km more than the Honda CR-V.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes C-Class Sedan has a convincingly edge – offering 680 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 496 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C-Class Sedan is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.40 s, while the Honda CR-V takes 9 s. That’s about 5.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes C-Class Sedan performs noticeable better – reaching 280 km/h, while the Honda CR-V tops out at 195 km/h. The difference is around 85 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes C-Class Sedan pulls decisively stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 335 Nm. That’s about 685 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Mercedes C-Class Sedan is barely noticeable lighter – 1695 kg compared to 1821 kg. The difference is around 126 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Honda CR-V offers noticeable more room – 617 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 162 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes C-Class Sedan a bit takes the win – 570 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 95 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mercedes C-Class Sedan proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes C-Class Sedan is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £41,200
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Mercedes C-Class Sedan

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 183 - 680 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.6 - 9 L
  • Electric Range : 11 - 117 km
Honda CR-V
Mercedes C-Class Sedan

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Honda CR-V

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The Honda CR-V blends sensible practicality with a polished feel, offering roomy interiors and a confident ride that keeps commutes and weekend escapes equally comfortable. Its unshowy styling and reliable reputation make it a smart, low‑drama choice for buyers who want versatility without fuss — the kind of car that quietly makes everyday life a little easier.

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Mercedes C-Class Sedan

The Mercedes C‑Class is the compact executive that dresses like it owns the boulevard, with an interior that blends modern elegance and plush comfort to make everyday driving feel unexpectedly special. On the road it pairs poise with a hint of cheeky agility, rewarding drivers who want refinement without forfeiting a touch of fun — and yes, it still looks great in the driveway.

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Honda CR-V
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Costs and Consumption

Price
42800 - 52100 £
Price
41200 - 103100 £
Consumption L/100km
0.9 - 6.7 L
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
79 km
Electric Range
11 - 117 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
co2
19 - 152 g/km
co2
41 - 205 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
46 - 57 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 66 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1821 - 1988 kg
Curb weight
1695 - 2195 kg
Trunk capacity
579 - 617 L
Trunk capacity
280 - 455 L
Length
4706 mm
Length
4751 - 4842 mm
Width
1866 mm
Width
1820 - 1900 mm
Height
1673 - 1684 mm
Height
1438 - 1458 mm
Max trunk capacity
1634 - 1710 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
439 - 475 kg
Payload
480 - 570 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 HP
Power HP
183 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 9.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
187 - 195 km/h
Max Speed
230 - 280 km/h
Torque
335 Nm
Torque
250 - 1020 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 kW
Power kW
135 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
1993 cm3
Engine capacity
1496 - 1999 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B, D, G
Brand
Honda
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drivetrain options does the Honda CR-V have?

The Honda CR-V is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.