In the SUV market in Malaysia, many buyers compare the Honda CR-V and Mercedes-Benz GLC when choosing a car. Both cars are quite close in price and positioning, so 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. There are 4 versions in total, 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 GLC OTR price in Malaysia is RM 336,888 - 336,888. There are 2 versions in total, including GLC 200 (RM 290,000), GLC 300 (RM 340,000), etc.
From a price perspective, the Honda CR-V starting price is indeed RM 158,688 cheaper than the Mercedes-Benz GLC. If your budget is limited, Honda's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. But note that the few thousand dollars cheaper might involve trade-offs in features, depending on your specific needs.

The Honda CR-V safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include Honda SENSING (ACC, CMBS, LKAS, RDM).
The Mercedes-Benz GLC safety rating is 5★ (Euro NCAP), active safety systems include Premium ADAS.
Regarding safety features, both cars received good ratings. However, the Honda SENSING (ACC, CMBS, LKAS, RDM) of the Honda CR-V and the Premium ADAS of the Mercedes-Benz GLC have some differences in functionality. If you value active safety highly, you can compare the feature lists of both in detail.

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

The Honda CR-V adopts FWD drive mode.
The Mercedes-Benz GLC adopts FWD drive mode.
The drive modes of both cars are the same, both are FWD, daily driving experience will not have much difference.
Overall, the Honda CR-V and Mercedes-Benz GLC are both very good models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose mainly depends on your personal needs and budget. We suggest doing your research well, compare quotes from several dealerships, then test drive to make the final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending some time doing research will definitely not be wrong.