In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare Honda CR-V and Mercedes-Benz GLC when choosing a car. These two cars are quite close in price and positioning. Today, we will make a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to save you time on research.
Honda CR-V has an OTR selling price in Malaysia of RM 178,200 - 195,900. There are 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.
Mercedes-Benz GLC has an OTR selling price in Malaysia of RM 336,888 - 336,888. There are a total of 2 versions, including GLC 200 (RM 290,000), GLC 300 (RM 340,000), etc.
In terms of price, the starting price of the Honda CR-V is indeed RM 158,688 cheaper than the Mercedes-Benz GLC. If your budget is limited, Honda's entry-level version is already sufficient for daily needs. But note also that the few thousand cheaper might involve trade-offs in features, depending on your specific needs.

Honda CR-V is equipped with a 2.0L 4-cyl, 170 hp. Official fuel consumption is 8.0 L/100km.
Mercedes-Benz GLC is equipped with a 2.0L Turbo, 220 hp. Official fuel consumption is 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-cylinder. However, for daily city driving, both cars have sufficient power and won't feel underpowered.

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

Honda CR-V warranty is 5 years/unlimited mileage, service interval every 10,000km or 6 months.
Mercedes-Benz GLC warranty is 3 years/100,000km, service interval every 10,000km or 6 months.
Honda CR-V and Mercedes-Benz GLC are both mainstream choices in the Malaysian market, suitable for family use, daily commuting. If you value brand reputation and resale value more, prioritize the one with the better reputation; if you care more about value for money and features, choose the one with richer configurations. Ultimately, we recommend test-driving both, as personal experience is the most important.
Overall, Honda CR-V and Mercedes-Benz GLC are both very good models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. We suggest doing your homework, comparing quotes from several dealerships, and then test-driving to make a final decision. Buying a car is a major matter; spending time on research is never wrong.