2026 Honda CR-V vs 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQE
The Mercedes-Benz EQE wins clearly, 100 to 59.6, on fuel & range, safety, performance.
2026 Honda CR-V
The 2026 Honda CR-V is sold in the U.S. as a hybrid, gas and hydrogen fuel cell compact SUV with 6 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the CR-…
2026 Mercedes-Benz EQE
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQE is sold in the U.S. as an electric midsize SUV with 6 EPA-rated configurations. Its longest-range version, the EQE 320 Plus, is EPA-r…
2026 Mercedes-Benz EQE
Clear winThe Mercedes-Benz EQE wins clearly, 100 to 59.6, on fuel & range, safety, performance.
| Category · weight | 2026 Honda CR-Voverall 59.6 | 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQEoverall 100 | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricenot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | |||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 45.6 | 100 | |||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | |||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 66.9 | 100 | |||||||||
NHTSA 5-Star rating, WhichTrim Safety Signal (open recalls by severity), owner complaints, standard driver-assist features (from the press kit, or from what the manufacturer filed with NHTSA where there is none). Open park-outside / do-not-drive advisories cost 25 points. | |||||||||||
| Space & cargonot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | |||||||||
| Performancew 2 | 66 | 100 | |||||||||
Horsepower, torque and horsepower per ton. | |||||||||||
| Tech & comfortnot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | |||||||||
| Warrantynot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | |||||||||
| Overall | 59.6 | 100 | |||||||||
Safety-only comparison · 3 of 7 categories compared · specs not available for Mercedes-Benz EQE
Honda CR-V: base trim LX FWD · Mercedes-Benz EQE: safety only (EPA and NHTSA record; specs not available). Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Where the gap is
the biggest differences, from the scorecard's own numbersWhere the 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQE wins
- It has drawn fewer owner complaints (1 against 181 filed with NHTSA).
- It is rated 94 combined against 40 (EPA mpg or MPGe).
- It costs $900 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($800 against $1,700).
Ranked by how far apart the two score on each measure, so a price gap and a horsepower gap are compared on the same scale. Every figure is on this page.
Specifications side by side
45 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Honda CR-VLX FWD | Mercedes-Benz EQE |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $30,920 | — |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | twin turbo | — |
| Cylinder count | 4 | — |
| Engine displacement | 1,498 cc | — |
| Engine type (full description) | In-Line 4-Cylinder with Turbocharger | — |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi | — |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve | — |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | 190 hp | — |
| Torque | 179 lb-ft | — |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | 28 mpg | — |
| MPG (combined) | 30 mpg | — |
| MPG (highway) | 33 mpg | — |
| Transmission | ||
| Final drive ratio | 5.640 | — |
| Transmission type | cvt | — |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | 7.8 in | — |
| Overall height | 66.2 in | — |
| Overall length | 185 in | — |
| Overall width | 73.5 in | — |
| Wheelbase | 106 in | — |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 76.5 cu-ft | — |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 39.3 cu-ft | — |
| Total interior volume | 106 cu-ft | — |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | 40 in | — |
| Second-row headroom | 38.2 in | — |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | 41.3 in | — |
| Second-row legroom | 41 in | — |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3,472 lbs | — |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3,472 lbs | — |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | MacPherson Strut | — |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-Link | — |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | Dual Pinion Assist Electric Power Steering | — |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 37.3 ft | — |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | 312 mm | — |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc | — |
| Parking brake type | epb | — |
| Rear brake diameter | 310 mm | — |
| Rear brake type | solid disc | — |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | 17 in | — |
| Wheel material | steel | — |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | 235/65R17 104H | — |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | 14 gal | — |
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 | — |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | HondaLink | — |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | 57.9 in | — |
| Second-row shoulder room | 55.9 in | — |
Green marks the better value where the direction is unambiguous (more room, more power, lower price). Blank rows are specs the press kit does not publish.
Equipment, feature by feature
70 features · differences first, then sharedSafety26 differ · 26 listed
| Feature | Honda CR-VLX FWD | Mercedes-Benz EQE |
|---|---|---|
| Forward Collision Warning (FCW) | std | — |
| Driver & Passenger i-SRS Airbag System | std | — |
| Front i-side Airbag System | std | — |
| Lane Departure Warning (LDW) | std | — |
| Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) | std | — |
| Rearview Camera with Dynamic Guidelines | std | — |
| Side Curtain Airbag System | std | — |
| Rear i-side Airbag System | std | — |
| Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low-Speed Follow | std | — |
| Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) Body Structure | std | — |
| Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) | std | — |
| Auto High Beam Headlights | std | — |
| Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) | std | — |
| Driver & Passenger Knee Airbag System | std | — |
| Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) with Automatic Brake Hold | std | — |
| Hill Descent Control | std | — |
| Hill Start Assist | std | — |
| Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH): Lower Anchors (2nd-Row Outboard), Tether Anchors (2nd-Row All) | std | — |
| Post Collision Braking System | std | — |
| Rear Seat Reminder (RSR) | std | — |
| Road Departure Mitigation System (RDM) | std | — |
| Seat Belt Reminder for all Seating Positions | std | — |
| Traffic Jam Assist (Traffic Jam Driving Support Function) | std | — |
| Traffic Sign Recognition System (TSR) | std | — |
| Vehicle Stability Assist® (VSA®) with Brake-Traction Control System | std | — |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) | std | — |
Infotainment8 differ · 8 listed
| Feature | Honda CR-VLX FWD | Mercedes-Benz EQE |
|---|---|---|
| 160-Watt Audio System with 4 Speakers | std | — |
| 9-inch Color Touchscreen | std | — |
| Bluetooth® Streaming Audio | std | — |
| Hondalink | std | — |
| USB-C 3.0A Smartphone / Audio Interface (x1) - Front Seats | std | — |
| Wireless Android Auto™ Compatibility | std | — |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay® Compatibility | std | — |
| Wireless Charging Pad (Qi) | std | — |
Convenience5 differ · 5 listed
| Feature | Honda CR-VLX FWD | Mercedes-Benz EQE |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | std | — |
| Honda Maintenance Program 1yr / 12k miles | std | — |
| One-Touch Turn Indicators | std | — |
| Power Windows with Auto Up/Down Driver | std | — |
| Push Button Start | std | — |
Climate2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | Honda CR-VLX FWD | Mercedes-Benz EQE |
|---|---|---|
| Air Conditioning with Air-Filtration System | std | — |
| Humidity Sensor | std | — |
Seating2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | Honda CR-VLX FWD | Mercedes-Benz EQE |
|---|---|---|
| Driver's Seat with Manual Height Adjustment | std | — |
| Passenger Seat with Manual Height Adjustment | std | — |
Interior5 differ · 5 listed
| Feature | Honda CR-VLX FWD | Mercedes-Benz EQE |
|---|---|---|
| 7-Inch TFT Meter Display | std | — |
| Active Noise Cancellation™ (ANC) | std | — |
| LED Front & Rear Map Lights | std | — |
| Sunglasses Holder | std | — |
| Sunvisor Vanity (Driver & Passenger) | std | — |
Exterior12 differ · 12 listed
| Feature | Honda CR-VLX FWD | Mercedes-Benz EQE |
|---|---|---|
| Auto-On/Off Headlight Operation | std | — |
| Capless Fuel Filler | std | — |
| Halogen Rear Turn Indicators | std | — |
| LED Daytime Running Light (DRL) | std | — |
| LED Front Turn Indicators | std | — |
| LED Headlights & Taillights | std | — |
| LED Side Mirror Turn Indicator | std | — |
| Power Side Mirrors | std | — |
| Privacy Glass | std | — |
| Push-to-Release Fuel Filler Door | std | — |
| Smart Clear Wiper | std | — |
| Compact Spare Tire | std | — |
Powertrain6 differ · 6 listed
| Feature | Honda CR-VLX FWD | Mercedes-Benz EQE |
|---|---|---|
| Real-Time AWD with Intelligent Control System™ | opt | — |
| Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) | std | — |
| Direct Fuel Injection | std | — |
| Dynamic Drive Modes | std | — |
| Front-Wheel Drive | std | — |
| Idle-Stop | std | — |
Chassis4 differ · 4 listed
| Feature | Honda CR-VLX FWD | Mercedes-Benz EQE |
|---|---|---|
| Agile Handling Assist | std | — |
| Dual Pinion Assist Electric Power Steering (EPS) | std | — |
| MacPherson Strut Front Suspension | std | — |
| Multi-Link Rear Suspension | std | — |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPHonda CR-V
Top recalls
- moderate Tires 26V663000 · 4,804 vehicles
- moderate Tires 26V366000 · 1,048,613 vehicles · filed unfixed
Mercedes-Benz EQE
Top recalls
No recalls on file.
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Honda CR-VLX FWD | Mercedes-Benz EQE | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $30,920 (base trim) | — |
| Price range across trims | $30,920 – $42,250 12 trims | — |
| Powertrains | HEV, GAS, FCEV | BEV |
| EPA configuration compared | CR-V FWD | EQE 320 Plus |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 40 | 94 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $1,700 | $800 |
| EV range | — | 308 mi |
| Basic warranty | — | — |
| Powertrain warranty | — | — |
| Roadside assistance | — | — |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2026 Honda CR-V or the 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQE?
The Mercedes-Benz EQE wins clearly, 100 to 59.6, on fuel & range, safety, performance. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQE scores 100 and the 2026 Honda CR-V 59.6. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which has the better safety record, the 2026 Honda CR-V or the 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQE?
2026 Honda CR-V: 5 NHTSA stars, grade B, 2 recalls (1 filed with no repair available). 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQE: no NHTSA rating yet, grade A, 0 recalls. Crash ratings come from NHTSA's own tests; the grade is WhichTrim's read of the recall record, and the two can disagree.
What are the biggest differences between the 2026 Honda CR-V and the 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQE?
Where the 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQE wins: it has drawn fewer owner complaints (1 against 181 filed with NHTSA), is rated 94 combined against 40 (EPA mpg or MPGe), and costs $900 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($800 against $1,700).