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Honda CR-V vs Mercedes GLA - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (184 HP vs 421 HP), boot space and price (42800 £ vs 38800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda CR-V or Mercedes GLA?

Honda CR-V

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Mercedes GLA

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mercedes GLA has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 38800 £, while the Honda CR-V costs 42800 £. That’s a price difference of around 3935 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Honda CR-V manages with 0.90 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Mercedes GLA with 2.90 L. The difference is about 2 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Honda CR-V performs barely noticeable better – achieving up to 79 km, about 5 km more than the Mercedes GLA.

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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 GLA has a decisively edge – offering 421 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 237 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLA is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.30 s, while the Honda CR-V takes 9 s. That’s about 4.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLA performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Honda CR-V tops out at 195 km/h. The difference is around 75 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLA pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 500 Nm compared to 335 Nm. That’s about 165 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

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In curb weight, Mercedes GLA is slightly lighter – 1570 kg compared to 1821 kg. The difference is around 251 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Honda CR-V offers clearly perceptible more room – 617 L compared to 435 L. That’s a difference of about 182 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Honda CR-V performs slightly better – up to 1710 L, which is about 280 L more than the Mercedes GLA.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLA barely noticeable takes the win – 500 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Honda CR-V proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Honda CR-V is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £42,800
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Honda CR-V

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 184 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.9 - 6.7 L
  • Electric Range : 79 km
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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 GLA

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The Mercedes GLA blends Mercedes style with compact crossover practicality, looking sharper than its size suggests while still feeling purposeful around town. Inside it serves up premium materials and tech-forward ergonomics, and the composed ride makes it an appealing pick for buyers who want luxury wrapped in a city-friendly package with a wink of adventurous spirit.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
42800 - 52100 £
Price
38800 - 75300 £
Consumption L/100km
0.9 - 6.7 L
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 9.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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co2
19 - 152 g/km
co2
66 - 216 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
46 - 57 L
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1821 - 1988 kg
Curb weight
1570 - 1810 kg
Trunk capacity
579 - 617 L
Trunk capacity
385 - 435 L
Length
4706 mm
Length
4412 - 4443 mm
Width
1866 mm
Width
1834 - 1849 mm
Height
1673 - 1684 mm
Height
1590 - 1616 mm
Max trunk capacity
1634 - 1710 L
Max trunk capacity
1385 - 1430 L
Payload
439 - 475 kg
Payload
480 - 500 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 HP
Power HP
116 - 421 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 9.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 11 s
Max Speed
187 - 195 km/h
Max Speed
190 - 270 km/h
Torque
335 Nm
Torque
230 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 kW
Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Engine capacity
1993 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
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Brand
Honda
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What drivetrain options does the Honda CR-V have?

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

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