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

Compare performance (184 HP vs 634 HP), boot space and price (42800 £ vs 96100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda CR-V or Mercedes GLS?

Honda CR-V

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Mercedes GLS

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

CR-V

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 GLS costs 96100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 53349 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Honda CR-V manages with 0.90 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Mercedes GLS with 7.80 L. The difference is about 6.90 L per 100 km.

GLS

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 GLS has a decisively 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 GLS is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.20 s, while the Honda CR-V takes 9 s. That’s about 4.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLS 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 GLS pulls significantly stronger with 850 Nm compared to 335 Nm. That’s about 515 Nm difference.

CR-V

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Mercedes GLS offers clearly perceptible more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Honda CR-V is clearly lighter – 1821 kg compared to 2550 kg. The difference is around 729 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Honda CR-V offers clearly more room – 617 L compared to 355 L. That’s a difference of about 262 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLS performs noticeable better – up to 2400 L, which is about 690 L more than the Honda CR-V.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLS clearly perceptible takes the win – 695 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 220 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Honda CR-V is far ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

Honda CR-V
Mercedes GLS

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CR-V

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

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 GLS

The GLS — usually just called the GLS — is Mercedes' flagship SUV, wrapping limousine-like comfort and commanding road presence into a smart, family-ready package. It pampers occupants with a hushed cabin, premium materials and intuitive tech, while still managing to feel confident and a little indulgent on the daily commute.

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Honda CR-V
Mercedes GLS

Costs and Consumption

Price
42800 - 52100 £
Price
96100 - 208500 £
Consumption L/100km
0.9 - 6.7 L
Consumption L/100km
7.8 - 13.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
79 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
19 - 152 g/km
co2
204 - 310 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
46 L
Fuel tank capacity
90 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1821 - 1988 kg
Curb weight
2550 - 2825 kg
Trunk capacity
579 - 617 L
Trunk capacity
355 L
Length
4706 mm
Length
5208 - 5233 mm
Width
1866 mm
Width
1956 mm
Height
1673 mm
Height
1782 - 1838 mm
Max trunk capacity
1710 L
Max trunk capacity
2400 L
Payload
439 - 475 kg
Payload
445 - 695 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, 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
333 - 634 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 9.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.7 s
Max Speed
195 km/h
Max Speed
238 - 280 km/h
Torque
335 Nm
Torque
500 - 850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
135 kW
Power kW
245 - 466 kW
Engine capacity
1993 cm3
Engine capacity
2989 - 3982 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
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 shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.