In the SUV market in Malaysia, many buyers compare the Honda CR-V and Mercedes-Benz GLB when choosing a car. These two models are quite close in price and positioning. Today, we will make a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help you save time on research.
The Honda CR-V OTR price in Malaysia is RM 178,200 - 195,900, with a total of 4 versions, including 2026 e:HEV 2.0L 2WD RS (RM 195,900), 2026 1.5T 4WD V (RM 181,900), 2026 e:HEV 2.0L 2WD E (RM 178,200), etc.
The Mercedes-Benz GLB OTR price in Malaysia is RM 299,888 - 352,888, with a total of 1 version, including Standard (RM 299,888), etc.
From a price perspective, the starting price of the Honda CR-V is indeed RM 121,688 cheaper than the Mercedes-Benz GLB. If your budget is limited, Honda's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. However, be aware that the cheaper few thousand may involve trade-offs in features, depending on your specific requirements.

The Honda CR-V is powered by a 2.0L 4-cyl, with 170 hp. Official fuel consumption is 8.0 L/100km.
The Mercedes-Benz GLB is powered by a 2.0L Turbo, with 220 hp. Official fuel consumption is 9.5 L/100km.
In terms of power, the Mercedes-Benz GLB's 2.0L Turbo has 50 more horsepower than the Honda CR-V's 2.0L 4-cyl. However, for daily city driving, both cars have sufficient power and will not feel underpowered.

The Honda CR-V safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), and the active safety system includes Honda SENSING (ACC, CMBS, LKAS, RDM).
The Mercedes-Benz GLB safety rating is 5★ (Euro NCAP), and the active safety system includes Premium ADAS.
In terms of safety features, both cars received good ratings. However, there are some differences in functions between the Honda CR-V's Honda SENSING (ACC, CMBS, LKAS, RDM) and the Mercedes-Benz GLB's Premium ADAS. If you value active safety, you can compare their feature lists carefully.

The Honda CR-V body length is 4500 mm, with 450 L trunk space.
The Mercedes-Benz GLB body length is 4400 mm, with 400 L trunk space.
In terms of space, the Honda CR-V body is 100 mm longer than the Mercedes-Benz GLB, so the interior passenger space is slightly more spacious, especially rear legroom. If you often carry family or need to fit a stroller, a larger body is indeed more practical.

The Honda CR-V warranty is 5 years/unlimited mileage, service interval every 10,000km or 6 months.
The Mercedes-Benz GLB warranty is 3 years/100,000km, service interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Overall, both the Honda CR-V and Mercedes-Benz GLB are excellent models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. It is recommended to do your research, compare quotes from several dealerships, and then go for a test drive to make the final decision. Buying a car is a big matter; spending time researching is never wrong.