CR-V V vs GLC X253: which is better?
Honda CR-V V (2016–2022) vs Mercedes-Benz GLC X253 (2015–2022): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.
Mercedes-Benz GLC X253Specifications
| Honda CR-V V | Mercedes-Benz GLC X253 | |
|---|---|---|
| Production years | 2016–2022 | 2015–2022 |
| Body | crossover SUV | crossover SUV |
| Fuel | petrol | petrol |
| Engines | 2.4 | 2.0 Turbo (GLC250) |
| Power, up to | 186 hp | 211 hp |
| Torque, up to | 244 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Gearbox | CVT | automatic |
| Drive | all-wheel drive | all-wheel drive |
| Length | 4 605 mm | 4 656 mm |
| Width | 1 855 mm | 1 890 mm |
| Height | 1 689 mm | 1 639 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2 660 mm | 2 873 mm |
| Fuel tank | 57 L | 66 L |
| KZ tax 2026 (car under 10 years) | ≈ 28 750 ₸ | ≈ 16 475 ₸ |
The better value is highlighted in green.
Pros, cons and common problems
Honda CR-V V
Pros
- All-wheel-drive versions available
- Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available
Cons
- Honda K20/K24 engine: VTC actuator rattle on cold start
- Honda CVT: jerks when pulling away as it wears
Engine (Honda K20/K24): VTC actuator rattle on cold start; oil consumption on the K24Z (2008–2012); crankshaft seal leak.
Gearbox (Honda CVT): jerks when pulling away once worn; bearing wear.
Mercedes-Benz GLC X253
Pros
- All-wheel-drive versions available
- Conventional automatic, no robotized gearbox or CVT
- Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available
Cons
- Engine Mercedes M274/M264 (2.0): timing chain stretch and tensioner
- Gearbox Mercedes 9G-Tronic: jerky shifts when worn, software updates
Engine (Mercedes M274/M264 (2.0)): timing chain stretch and tensioner; oil leaks.
Gearbox (Mercedes 9G-Tronic): jerks when worn, software updates.
Which one to choose
- GLC X253 — if you care more about: power, torque, wheelbase, fuel tank, kz tax 2026.
The condition of a specific car matters more than the model: check the service history and get the engine and gearbox inspected before buying.
FAQ
Which is more powerful: CR-V V or GLC X253?
CR-V V: up to 186 hp, GLC X253: up to 211 hp.
What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: CR-V V — about 28 750 ₸, GLC X253 — about 16 475 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.