Head-to-head
2026 Honda CR-V vs 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQE
The Mercedes-Benz EQE wins clearly, 100 to 69.1, on fuel & range, safety, performance.
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2026 Honda CR-V
The 2026 Honda CR-V is sold in the U.S. as a hybrid, gas and hydrogen fuel cell midsize SUV with 6 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the CR-…
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A2026 Mercedes-Benz EQE
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQE is sold in the U.S. as a electric midsize SUV with 6 EPA-rated configurations. Its longest-range version, the EQE 320 Plus, is EPA-ra…
Verdict · default weights
2026 Mercedes-Benz EQE
Clear winThe Mercedes-Benz EQE wins clearly, 100 to 69.1, on fuel & range, safety, performance.
Fuel & range2026 Mercedes-Benz EQE leads by 51.4
Safety2026 Mercedes-Benz EQE leads by 29.3
Performance2026 Mercedes-Benz EQE leads by 34
| Category · weight | 2026 Honda CR-Voverall 69.1 | 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQEoverall 100 |
|---|---|---|
| Pricew 4 | no data | no data |
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 48.6 | 100 |
| Safetyw 4 | 70.7 | 100 |
| Space & cargow 2 | 100 | 100 |
| Performancew 2 | 66 | 100 |
| Tech & comfortw 3 | no data | no data |
| Warrantyw 2 | no data | no data |
| Overall | 69.1 | 100 |
Honda CR-V: base trim LX FWD · Mercedes-Benz EQE: model-level data. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Change what matters to you →Scores are 0–100 per category from the data on this page. The weights are yours to set.
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Specifications side by side
42 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 | — |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 | — |
| 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 (EPS) | — |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 37.3 ft | — |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake type | ventilated disc | — |
| Parking brake type | Electronic | — |
| 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 | — |
| 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
69 features · differences first, then sharedSafety25 differ · 25 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 | — |
| 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 | — |
| Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) with Automatic Brake Hold | 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 | — |
Exterior11 differ · 11 listed
| Feature | Honda CR-VLX FWD | Mercedes-Benz EQE |
|---|---|---|
| Auto On/Off Headlights | 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 | — |
Powertrain7 differ · 7 listed
| Feature | Honda CR-VLX FWD | Mercedes-Benz EQE |
|---|---|---|
| Real-Time AWD with Intelligent Control System™ | opt | — |
| Front-Wheel Drive | std | — |
| Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) | std | — |
| Direct Fuel Injection | std | — |
| Dynamic Drive Modes (3-Mode: Normal/Econ/Snow) | std | — |
| Honda Maintenance Program 1yr / 12k miles | 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.
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Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPHonda CR-V
Safety Signal94 A
NHTSA overall★★★★★
Frontal / side / rollover★★★★☆ / ★★★★★ / ★★★★☆
Recalls1
Owner complaints130 · 10 crashes · 3 fires
Most complained aboutUnspecified (30), Electrical System (25), Visibility/Wiper (23)
Top recalls
- moderateTires26V366000 · 1,048,613 vehicles
Mercedes-Benz EQE
Safety Signal100 A
NHTSA overall—
Frontal / side / rollover— / — / —
Recalls0
Owner complaints1 · 1 crashes · 0 fires
Most complained aboutVehicle Speed Control (1)
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 | $1,550 | $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 69.1, on fuel & range, safety, performance. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQE scores 100 and the 2026 Honda CR-V 69.1. 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 A, 1 recall. 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 differences between the 2026 Honda CR-V and the 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQE?
This page puts 42 specifications and 69 equipment items side by side, with the better value marked on every row where the direction is unambiguous and the differences listed before the things both cars share.