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BYD ETP3 vs Honda Civic - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (136 HP vs 184 HP), boot space and price (31600 £ vs 32500 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD ETP3 or Honda Civic?

BYD ETP3

Honda Civic

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

ETP3

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.

BYD ETP3 has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 31600 £, while the Honda Civic costs 32500 £. That’s a price difference of around 865 £.

Civic

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 Honda Civic has a noticeable edge – offering 184 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 48 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the Honda Civic performs significantly better – reaching 180 km/h, while the BYD ETP3 tops out at 100 km/h. The difference is around 80 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Honda Civic pulls decisively stronger with 315 Nm compared to 180 Nm. That’s about 135 Nm difference.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Honda Civic offers significantly more seating capacity – 5 vs 2.

In curb weight, Honda Civic is hardly perceptible lighter – 1517 kg compared to 1640 kg. The difference is around 123 kg.

In maximum load capacity, the BYD ETP3 performs convincingly better – up to 3500 L, which is about 2280 L more than the Honda Civic.

When it comes to payload, BYD ETP3 clearly takes the win – 780 kg compared to 397 kg. That’s a difference of about 383 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the BYD ETP3 shows itself to be only a minor advantage and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

about £31,620
ETP3

BYD ETP3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 136 HP
  • Electric Range : 233 km
BYD ETP3
Honda Civic

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BYD ETP3

The BYD ETP3 is a smart, no-nonsense electric offering that blends everyday practicality with a quietly modern design that won’t embarrass you in the supermarket car park. It’s ideal for buyers after fuss-free electric mobility — efficient, clever and just playful enough to make city driving a little more fun.

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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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BYD ETP3
Honda Civic

Costs and Consumption

Price
31600 £
Price
32500 - 35500 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
233 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
108 - 114 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1640 kg
Curb weight
1517 - 1533 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
404 - 410 L
Length
4460 mm
Length
4560 mm
Width
1720 mm
Width
1890 mm
Height
1875 mm
Height
1408 mm
Max trunk capacity
3500 L
Max trunk capacity
1187 - 1220 L
Payload
780 kg
Payload
348 - 397 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
-
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 HP
Power HP
184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Max Speed
100 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
180 Nm
Torque
315 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 kW
Power kW
135 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1993 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
BYD
Brand
Honda
What drive types are available for the BYD ETP3?

The BYD ETP3 is offered with Rear-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.