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Mercedes GLE vs Honda CR-V comparison

Compare performance (585 HP vs 184 HP), boot space and price (78,900 £ vs 40,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLE or Honda CR-V?

Mercedes GLE vs Honda CR-V: Key differences

Mercedes GLE

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • markedly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally more trunk space
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Honda CR-V

4.7 (6 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • markedly lighter
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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

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Honda CR-V is clearly cheaper – starting at 40,200 £ , while the Mercedes GLE costs 78,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 38,712 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Honda CR-V uses 2.6 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mercedes GLE with 3.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.6 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes GLE offers markedly more range – reaching up to 104 km, about 26 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 offers clearly more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 401 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLE is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Honda CR-V takes 9 s. That’s about 4.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLE delivers clearly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 335 Nm. That’s about 415 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Honda CR-V is markedly lighter – 1,821 kg compared to 2,390 kg. The difference is around 569 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLE offers marginally more boot space – 655 L compared to 617 L. That’s a difference of about 38 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLE carries noticeably more – 770 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 295 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes GLE stands well ahead of its rival 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 £78,900
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Mercedes GLE

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 309 - 585 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 3.2 - 10.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range 91 - 104 km
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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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Reviews Mercedes GLE

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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Andreas
7 Jun 2026, 08:43:32

Mercedes is completely superior to Volvo, which feels plasticky and noisy with poor fit and finish, a poor tactile feel in the controls and a lack of buttons.

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Victor
10 Apr 2026, 07:46:13

I just love Benz cars

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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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Reviews Honda CR-V

4.7 (6 Reviews)
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Henk van der Werf
1 Jun 2026, 20:15:51

The fuel economy you report in your test is, of course, nonsense. This is a plug-in, and so you're being fooled. Of course a CR‑V isn't more economical than an HR‑V. Think!

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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Costs and Consumption
Price
78,900 - 115,800 £
Price
40,200 - 48,800 £
Consumption L/100km
3.2 - 10.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.6 - 6.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
91 - 104 km
Electric Range
78 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
72 - 241 g/km
co2
59 - 152 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
2,390 - 2,815 kg
Curb weight
1,821 - 1,988 kg
Trunk capacity
485 - 655 L
Trunk capacity
579 - 617 L
Length
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Length
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Width
2,010 - 2,018 mm
Width
1,866 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
495 - 770 kg
Payload
439 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
309 - 585 HP
Power HP
184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 9.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
560 - 750 Nm
Torque
335 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
227 - 430 kW
Power kW
135 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,993 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Honda
What drive types are available for the Mercedes GLE?

The Mercedes GLE is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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