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Audi A1 vs Honda Civic – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Both models have their strengths – but which one suits you more?
Compare performance, efficiency, price and space directly: Audi A1 or Honda Civic?

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

A1 @ Audi AG

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Audi A1 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 19700 £, while the Honda Civic costs 32500 £. That’s a price difference of around 12814 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Honda Civic manages with 4.70 L and is therefore slightly more efficient than the Audi A1 with 5.20 L. The difference is about 0.50 L per 100 km.

Civic @ Honda Motor Co., Ltd.

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A1 has a somewhat edge – offering 207 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 23 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A1 is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 6.50 s, while the Honda Civic takes 7.80 s. That’s about 1.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A1 performs distinct better – reaching 245 km/h, while the Honda Civic tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 65 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A1 pulls barely noticeable stronger with 320 Nm compared to 315 Nm. That’s about 5 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Audi A1 is evident lighter – 1175 kg compared to 1517 kg. The difference is around 342 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Honda Civic offers slightly more room – 410 L compared to 335 L. That’s a difference of about 75 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Honda Civic performs a bit better – up to 1220 L, which is about 130 L more than the Audi A1.

When it comes to payload, Audi A1 to a small extent takes the win – 470 kg compared to 397 kg. That’s a difference of about 73 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Audi A1 proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Audi A1 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £19,700
A1 @ Audi AG

Audi A1

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 95 - 207 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.2 - 6.4 L
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Audi A1

The Audi A1 is a compact premium hatch that wraps Audi's polished design and surprisingly grown-up cabin into a city-friendly package. It’s poised and fun to drive, a smart pick for buyers who want luxury flair without the fuss of a bigger car — and it makes tight parking feel almost enjoyable.

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Honda Civic

The Honda Civic mixes practical daily usability with a surprisingly engaging driving character, wrapping clever interior design and dependable engineering in a tidy, modern package. It’s a smart buy for drivers who want sensible reliability, a bit of fun behind the wheel, and a shape that never looks like it’s trying too hard.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
19700 - 28300 £
Price
32500 - 35500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.4 L
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
118 - 146 g/km
co2
108 - 114 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1175 - 1365 kg
Curb weight
1517 - 1533 kg
Trunk capacity
335 L
Trunk capacity
404 - 410 L
Length
4029 - 4046 mm
Length
4560 mm
Width
1740 - 1756 mm
Width
1890 mm
Height
1409 - 1459 mm
Height
1408 mm
Max trunk capacity
1090 L
Max trunk capacity
1187 - 1220 L
Payload
410 - 470 kg
Payload
348 - 397 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 207 HP
Power HP
184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 11.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Max Speed
182 - 245 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
175 - 320 Nm
Torque
315 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
70 - 152 kW
Power kW
135 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
1993 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Audi
Brand
Honda

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What drive types are available for the Audi A1?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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