2025 Honda Passport vs 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLC

$42,400 · Crossover

$49,550 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The 2025 Honda Passport bursts onto the scene as the brute-force utility player, bragging 280 hp and a robust 50.5 cu ft of cargo space, making it the go-to for raw capability right out of the box with its $42,400 MSRP. Conversely, the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLC offers European finesse, boasting a significantly higher 27 MPG combined rating—a 6 MPG advantage over the Honda—and a sophisticated 295 lb-ft of torque, albeit with a premium price tag starting at $49,550. While the Passport prioritizes traditional SUV muscle and bulk (189.1 inches long), the GLC focuses on efficiency and premium handling dynamics, though its 21.9 cu ft of cargo space is less than half that of its competitor. This showdown pits Honda's established ruggedness against Mercedes' refined efficiency, where the 25 hp difference in favor of the Passport feels tangible against the GLC's requirement for premium fuel.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2026 Mercedes-Benz GLC

The 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLC wins for commuters due to its superior 27 MPG combined fuel economy, drastically reducing running costs over long drives.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Honda Passport

The 2025 Honda Passport is the family choice, offering an immense 50.5 cu ft of cargo capacity compared to the GLC's 21.9 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Honda Passport

The Passport appeals more to driving enthusiasts looking for punchy acceleration metrics, delivering 280 hp and standard all-wheel drive.

💰 Best Value

2025 Honda Passport

With a $7,150 lower MSRP and more power, the 2025 Honda Passport provides substantially more utility per dollar spent.

Choose the Honda Passport if...

You require maximum hauling ability, as the Passport delivers an outstanding 50.5 cu ft of cargo capacity.
Your budget is strict; the Passport starts $7,150 cheaper at $42,400 MSRP.
You prioritize outright horsepower, as the Passport delivers 280 hp compared to the GLC's 255 hp.

Choose the Mercedes-Benz GLC if...

Fuel efficiency is paramount, given the GLC's impressive 32 MPG highway rating.
You prefer the higher torque rating of 295 lb-ft for low-end pulling power, despite having less overall horsepower.
You value a smaller footprint for urban maneuvering, as the GLC is significantly shorter in length (185.7 inches vs. 189.1 inches).

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Honda Passport	Mercedes-Benz GLC
Length	189.1"	185.7"
Width	78.6"	74.4"
Height	72.2"	64.6"
Wheelbase	110.9"	113.1"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Honda	Mercedes-Benz
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	—
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	—
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Solid Disc Brakes	✓	—
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓
Brake Drying	—	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	—	✓
Brake Preparation System	—	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	—	✓
Adaptive Headlights	—	✓
Front Power Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Honda	Mercedes-Benz
Base Engine Displacement	3.5 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	V6	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	mild hybrid
Horsepower	280 hp @ 6000 rpm	255 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque	262 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm	295 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm
Number of Valves	24	16
Camshaft Type	Single overhead cam (SOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓
Cylinder Deactivation	✓	—

Drive Train

Feature	Honda	Mercedes-Benz
Transmission Type	9-speed shiftable automatic	9-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	rear wheel drive
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[object Object]	✓	—

Fuel

Feature	Honda	Mercedes-Benz
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	premium unleaded (required)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	19/24 MPG	24/32 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	21 MPG	27 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	370.5/468.0 mi.	417.6/556.8 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	19.5 gal.	17.4 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Honda	Mercedes-Benz
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	—
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	—
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	✓
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	—	✓
Automatic Parking Assist	—	✓
Cruise Control	—	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Honda	Mercedes-Benz
Infotainment Display	8.0 in	11.9 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Stereo Power	215W	—
Speaker System	7	5
Subwoofer Count	1	1
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	—
Android Auto (Wireless)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	—	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	—	6 months

Power Feature

Feature	Honda	Mercedes-Benz
One-Touch Power Windows	2	4
Moonroof Type	1st Row Power Glass	1st Row Power Glass
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Reverse Tilt Passenger Mirror	✓	—
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Honda	Mercedes-Benz
Front Head Room	39.5 in.	41.3 in.
Front Leg Room	40.9 in.	40.7 in.
Front Shoulder Room	62.0 in.	57.3 in.
Front Hip Room	59.1 in.	—
Seat Material: Leather	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	10-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	3
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	4-way	10-way
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Seat Material: Leatherette	—	✓
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	—	✓
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	—	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power
Passenger Seat Thigh Extension	—	✓
Passenger Seat Memory Settings	—	3

Rearseats

Feature	Honda	Mercedes-Benz
Rear Head Room	40.0 in.	39.7 in.
Rear Leg Room	39.6 in.	37.4 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	61.9 in.	56.6 in.
Rear Hip Room	57.3 in.	—
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Honda	Mercedes-Benz
Wheel Material	Alloy	Alloy
Wheel Diameter	20 in.	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	265/45R	235/60R18
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Inside Mounted
Wheel Size	—	18 x 8.0 in

Suspension

Feature	Honda	Mercedes-Benz
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	Honda	Mercedes-Benz
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	5 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Roadside Assistance	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	1 yr./ 12000 mi.	—
Hybrid Component Warranty	—	6 yr./ 62000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Honda Passport and 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLC.

Which crossover offers better efficiency for daily driving?

The 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLC is the clear efficiency leader, achieving 27 MPG combined and 32 MPG on the highway. This beats the 2025 Honda Passport, which manages only 21 MPG combined.

How does the cargo space compare between the two SUVs?

The difference in utility is massive; the 2025 Honda Passport offers 50.5 cu ft of cargo volume. In contrast, the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLC is severely restricted, providing only 21.9 cu ft behind the rear seats.

Is the Mercedes-Benz GLC's higher price justified by its performance?

While the GLC requires a $49,550 MSRP and premium fuel, it produces more torque (295 lb-ft) than the Passport's 262 lb-ft. However, the Passport offers 25 more horsepower with regular unleaded fuel.

Does the Passport handle tight city driving better than the GLC?

Despite being longer overall at 189.1 inches, the Passport is also wider (78.6 inches) and taller (72.2 inches) than the GLC. The GLC's narrower stance (74.4 inches) and lower height might give it an edge in tight urban environments.

Which vehicle provides better value considering the initial cost?

The 2025 Honda Passport is the value champion, costing $7,150 less than the GLC. This lower barrier to entry, combined with greater power output, provides more bang for the buck.

What is the main difference in drivetrain setup?

The Honda Passport comes standard with an All-Wheel Drive system paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission. The Mercedes-Benz GLC utilizes a Rear Wheel Drive configuration standard, also using a 9-speed automatic.