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BMW 2 Series vs Honda Civic – Differences & prices compared

Two cars, one duel: BMW 2 Series meets Honda Civic.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

BMW 2 Series

Honda Civic

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Honda Civic has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 32500 £, while the BMW 2 Series costs 39200 £. That’s a price difference of around 6686 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Honda Civic manages with 4.70 L and is therefore barely noticeable more efficient than the BMW 2 Series with 4.90 L. The difference is about 0.20 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 2 Series has a clearly edge – offering 530 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 346 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Honda Civic takes 7.80 s. That’s about 4 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW 2 Series performs significantly better – reaching 302 km/h, while the Honda Civic tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 122 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 2 Series pulls decisively stronger with 650 Nm compared to 315 Nm. That’s about 335 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Honda Civic offers somewhat more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Honda Civic is hardly perceptible lighter – 1517 kg compared to 1560 kg. The difference is around 43 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Honda Civic offers slight more room – 410 L compared to 390 L. That’s a difference of about 20 L.

When it comes to payload, BMW 2 Series hardly perceptible takes the win – 400 kg compared to 397 kg. That’s a difference of about 3 kg.

Who wins the race?

The BMW 2 Series proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
BMW 2 Series is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

BMW 2 Series
Honda Civic

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BMW 2 Series

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 156 - 530 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.9 - 10 L

BMW 2 Series

The BMW 2 Series feels like a pocket rocket in smart clothes, delivering sharp handling and a premium cabin that turns everyday errands into something worth looking forward to. For buyers who crave a compact car with real driving character and a dash of German confidence, it’s a spirited choice that never takes itself too seriously.

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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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BMW 2 Series
Honda Civic
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Civic @ Honda Motor Co., Ltd.

Costs and Consumption

Price
39200 - 98600 £
Price
32500 - 35500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 10 L
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
129 - 226 g/km
co2
108 - 114 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
51 - 52 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
5
Curb weight
1560 - 1830 kg
Curb weight
1517 - 1533 kg
Trunk capacity
390 L
Trunk capacity
404 - 410 L
Length
4537 - 4587 mm
Length
4560 mm
Width
1838 - 1887 mm
Width
1890 mm
Height
1390 - 1404 mm
Height
1408 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1187 - 1220 L
Payload
350 - 400 kg
Payload
348 - 397 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 530 HP
Power HP
184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Max Speed
224 - 302 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
250 - 650 Nm
Torque
315 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
115 - 390 kW
Power kW
135 kW
Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
Engine capacity
1993 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
BMW
Brand
Honda
What drivetrain options does the BMW 2 Series have?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.

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