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.
Honda HR-V has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29700 £, while the Mercedes GLC costs 50300 £. That’s a price difference of around 20585 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes GLC manages with 1.60 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Honda HR-V with 5.40 L. The difference is about 3.80 L per 100 km.
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 GLC has a clearly edge – offering 680 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 549 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLC is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Honda HR-V takes 10.60 s. That’s about 7.10 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLC performs distinct better – reaching 275 km/h, while the Honda HR-V tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 105 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLC pulls decisively stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 767 Nm difference.
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: offers more seating capacity – vs .
In curb weight, Honda HR-V is clearly perceptible lighter – 1452 kg compared to 1910 kg. The difference is around 458 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLC offers significantly more room – 620 L compared to 319 L. That’s a difference of about 301 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLC performs evident better – up to 1740 L, which is about 451 L more than the Honda HR-V.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLC clearly perceptible takes the win – 600 kg compared to 418 kg. That’s a difference of about 182 kg.
Overall, the Mercedes GLC shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
The Honda HR-V is the sensible compact crossover that blends roomy practicality with a composed, friendly drive, making it an easy pick for buyers who want everyday usability without fuss. It won’t thrill hardcore enthusiasts, but its clever packaging, comfortable cabin and low-key styling make life simpler — and that’s exactly the point.
detailsThe Mercedes GLC blends plush cabin comfort and composed road manners into an SUV that feels more grown-up than it looks. It won’t shout for attention, but will quietly please buyers who want refinement, usable space and a touch of luxury without the drama.
details|
|
|
|
|
|
Costs and Consumption |
|
|---|---|
|
Price
29700 - 35400 £
|
Price
50300 - 126600 £
|
|
Consumption L/100km
5.40 L
|
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.9 L
|
|
Consumption kWh/100km
-
|
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh
|
|
Electric Range
-
|
Electric Range
12 - 714 km
|
|
Battery Capacity
-
|
Battery Capacity
94 kWh
|
|
co2
122 g/km
|
co2
0 - 225 g/km
|
|
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
|
Fuel tank capacity
49 - 65 L
|
Dimensions and Body |
|
|---|---|
|
Body Type
SUV
|
Body Type
SUV
|
|
Seats
5
|
Seats
5
|
|
Doors
5
|
Doors
5
|
|
Curb weight
1452 kg
|
Curb weight
1910 - 2535 kg
|
|
Trunk capacity
319 L
|
Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
|
|
Length
4355 mm
|
Length
4716 - 4845 mm
|
|
Width
-
|
Width
1890 - 1913 mm
|
|
Height
1582 mm
|
Height
1603 - 1647 mm
|
|
Max trunk capacity
1289 L
|
Max trunk capacity
1335 - 1740 L
|
|
Payload
418 kg
|
Payload
475 - 600 kg
|
Engine and Performance |
|
|---|---|
|
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
|
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Electric
|
|
Transmission
Automatic
|
Transmission
Automatic
|
|
Transmission Detail
CVT
|
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
|
|
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
|
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
|
|
Power HP
131 HP
|
Power HP
186 - 680 HP
|
|
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 10.8 s
|
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
|
|
Max Speed
170 km/h
|
Max Speed
208 - 275 km/h
|
|
Torque
253 Nm
|
Torque
320 - 1020 Nm
|
|
Number of Cylinders
4
|
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
|
|
Power kW
96 kW
|
Power kW
137 - 500 kW
|
|
Engine capacity
1498 cm3
|
Engine capacity
1991 - 2989 cm3
|
General |
|
|---|---|
|
Model Year
2025
|
Model Year
2025 - 2026
|
|
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
|
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, B, A
|
|
Brand
Honda
|
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
|
The Honda HR-V is available as Front-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.