In Malaysia's SUV market, many buyers compare the Honda CR-V and Mercedes-Benz GLC when choosing a car. The pricing and positioning of these two models are quite close. Today, we will do 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 the 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, with a total of 2 versions, including GLC 200 (RM 290,000), GLC 300 (RM 340,000), etc.
In terms of price, the Honda CR-V's 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. However, note that the few thousand cheaper difference might involve trade-offs in features, it depends on your specific needs.

The Honda CR-V is powered by a 2.0L 4-cyl, 170 hp. Official fuel consumption 8.0 L/100km.
The Mercedes-Benz GLC is powered by a 2.0L Turbo, 220 hp. Official fuel consumption 9.5 L/100km.
In terms of power, the Mercedes-Benz GLC'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 enough power and won't feel underpowered.

The Honda CR-V uses FWD drive mode.
The Mercedes-Benz GLC uses FWD drive mode.
Both cars use the same drive mode, both are FWD, there won't be much difference in daily driving experience.

Honda CR-V warranty 5 years/unlimited mileage, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.
Mercedes-Benz GLC warranty 3 years/100,000km, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.
Both the Honda CR-V and Mercedes-Benz GLC are mainstream choices in the Malaysian market, suitable for family use and daily commuting. If you value brand reputation and resale value more, you can prioritize the one with better reputation; if you care more about cost-performance ratio and features, choose the one with richer configuration. Ultimately, it is recommended to test drive both, experiencing it personally is the most important.
Overall, the Honda CR-V and Mercedes-Benz GLC are both very good models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends on your personal needs and budget. It is recommended to do your homework, compare quotes from several dealerships, and then test drive to make the final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending some time doing research will never be wrong.