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Honda CR-V vs Mercedes GLE – Which one offers the better deal?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda CR-V or Mercedes GLE?

Honda CR-V

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Mercedes GLE

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Honda CR-V has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 42800 £, while the Mercedes GLE costs 76300 £. That’s a price difference of around 33499 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Honda CR-V manages with 0.90 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Mercedes GLE with 2 L. The difference is about 1.10 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Mercedes GLE performs clearly perceptible better – achieving up to 114 km, about 35 km more than the Honda CR-V.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes GLE has a clearly edge – offering 634 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 450 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLE is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the Honda CR-V takes 9 s. That’s about 5.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLE performs clearly perceptible 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 GLE pulls convincingly stronger with 850 Nm compared to 335 Nm. That’s about 515 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Honda CR-V is evident lighter – 1821 kg compared to 2310 kg. The difference is around 489 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLE offers barely noticeable more room – 655 L compared to 617 L. That’s a difference of about 38 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLE performs slightly better – up to 2055 L, which is about 345 L more than the Honda CR-V.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLE distinct takes the win – 705 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 230 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mercedes GLE proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes GLE is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

Honda CR-V
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Mercedes GLE

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 289 - 634 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2 - 12.5 L
  • Electric Range : 89 - 114 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 GLE

The Mercedes GLE blends luxurious comfort with a confident road presence, wrapping tech and refinement in an SUV shape that still knows how to behave on a twisty back road. Inside it's plush and quiet, with clever storage and driver aids that make long trips effortless — plus the badge gives it that easy-to-respect curb appeal.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
42800 - 52100 £
Price
76300 - 175800 £
Consumption L/100km
0.9 - 6.7 L
Consumption L/100km
2 - 12.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
79 km
Electric Range
89 - 114 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
24.8 - 25 kWh
co2
19 - 152 g/km
co2
53 - 284 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
46 - 57 L
Fuel tank capacity
65 - 85 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
2310 - 2800 kg
Trunk capacity
579 - 617 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 655 L
Length
4706 mm
Length
4924 - 4961 mm
Width
1866 mm
Width
1947 mm
Height
1673 - 1684 mm
Height
1716 - 1797 mm
Max trunk capacity
1634 - 1710 L
Max trunk capacity
1645 - 2055 L
Payload
439 - 475 kg
Payload
460 - 705 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
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 HP
Power HP
289 - 634 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 9.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
187 - 195 km/h
Max Speed
210 - 280 km/h
Torque
335 Nm
Torque
500 - 850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Power kW
135 kW
Power kW
213 - 466 kW
Engine capacity
1993 cm3
Engine capacity
1993 - 3982 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, F
Brand
Honda
Brand
Mercedes-Benz

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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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