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Honda CR-V vs Mercedes V Class comparison

Compare performance (184 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (42,800 £ vs 48,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda CR-V or Mercedes V Class?

Honda CR-V vs Mercedes V Class: Key differences

Honda CR-V

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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  • a bit cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • noticeably lighter
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Mercedes V Class

  • clearly more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

CR-V

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Honda CR-V is a bit cheaper – starting at 42,800 £ , while the Mercedes V Class costs 48,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,393 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Honda CR-V uses 2.6 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Mercedes V Class with 7.1 L/100km. The difference is about 4.5 L/100km.

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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 V Class offers clearly more power – delivering 237 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 53 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes V Class is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Honda CR-V takes 9 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes V Class delivers clearly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 335 Nm. That’s about 165 Nm more.

CR-V

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.

Seats: Mercedes V Class offers more seats – 6 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Honda CR-V is noticeably lighter – 1,821 kg compared to 2,192 kg. The difference is around 371 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes V Class carries significantly more – 908 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 433 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Honda CR-V is clearly superior 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.

from £42,800
CR-V

Honda CR-V

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 184 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.6 - 6.7 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 78 km
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Honda CR-V

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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4.9 (5 Reviews)
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Roger
23 May 2026, 22:21:51

My 2026 CR‑V hybrid has had no problems. It’s quieter than my previous 2019 RAV4 hybrid. The exterior finish feels more solid across the whole vehicle. It’s less affected by crosswinds. I prefer the CR‑V’s driving. Its only drawback is that it uses just a little more fuel than the RAV4.

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Marek
19 May 2026, 07:08:56

Very comfortable, lots of space, combined fuel consumption about 6 l, reliable, simple to operate, without unnecessary gadgets, very well made, easy to drive, a car for the city and long trips.

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Yvi
18 Mar 2026, 18:55:49

Good car, very comfortable. It still drinks petrol — I do a lot of driving, so the hybrid system only makes itself felt in traffic jams....

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Mercedes V Class

Costs and Consumption
Price
42,800 - 52,100 £
Price
48,200 - 83,300 £
Consumption L/100km
2.6 - 6.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 10.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
78 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
59 - 152 g/km
co2
187 - 232 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
6
Doors
-
Doors
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Curb weight
1,821 - 1,988 kg
Curb weight
2,192 - 2,464 kg
Trunk capacity
579 - 617 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,866 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
439 - 475 kg
Payload
636 - 908 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
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
163 - 237 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 9.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
335 Nm
Torque
370 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 kW
Power kW
120 - 174 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 cm3
Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Honda
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the Honda CR-V offered with different drivetrains?

The Honda CR-V is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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