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BMW X4 vs Honda Civic comparison

Compare performance (510 HP vs 184 HP), boot space and price (51,900 £ vs 32,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X4 or Honda Civic?

BMW X4 vs Honda Civic: Key differences

BMW X4

  • considerably more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Honda Civic

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • noticeably lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Honda Civic is considerably cheaper – starting at 32,500 £ , while the BMW X4 costs 51,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,372 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Honda Civic uses 4.7 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the BMW X4 with 6 L/100km. The difference is about 1.3 L/100km.

Civic

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW X4 offers considerably more power – delivering 510 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 326 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X4 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Honda Civic takes 7.8 s. That’s about 4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW X4 delivers significantly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 315 Nm. That’s about 385 Nm more.

X4

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 terms of curb weight, Honda Civic is noticeably lighter – 1,517 kg compared to 1,875 kg. The difference is around 358 kg.

When it comes to payload, the BMW X4 carries noticeably more – 545 kg compared to 397 kg. That’s a difference of about 148 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW X4 stands well ahead of its rival in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £51,900
X4

BMW X4

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 184 - 510 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6 - 10.7 L/100km
BMW X4
Honda Civic

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW X4

The BMW X4 blends coupe-like styling with SUV practicality, giving you a striking profile that never lets you disappear into traffic. It feels planted and keen behind the wheel, and for buyers who crave personality without sacrificing everyday usability, it’s a compelling and slightly mischievous choice.

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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 X4
Honda Civic

Costs and Consumption

Price
51,900 - 93,000 £
Price
32,500 - 35,500 £
Consumption L/100km
6 - 10.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
156 - 244 g/km
co2
108 - 114 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
65 - 68 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,875 - 2,095 kg
Curb weight
1,517 - 1,533 kg
Trunk capacity
525 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,751 - 4,754 mm
Length
-
Width
1,918 - 1,938 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
1,620 - 1,621 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
1,430 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
415 - 545 kg
Payload
348 - 397 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 - 510 HP
Power HP
184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Max Speed
213 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
300 - 700 Nm
Torque
315 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 - 375 kW
Power kW
135 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,993 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
BMW
Brand
Honda
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