Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Dacia Duster has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16300 £, while the Honda Civic costs 32500 £. That’s a price difference of around 16208 £.
Both cars consume an average of 4.70 L per 100 km – no difference here.
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 to a small extent edge – offering 184 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 26 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Honda Civic is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 7.80 s, while the Dacia Duster takes 9.40 s. That’s about 1.60 s faster.
There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 180 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Honda Civic pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 315 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 85 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Dacia Duster is to a small extent lighter – 1377 kg compared to 1517 kg. The difference is around 140 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Dacia Duster offers evident more room – 517 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 107 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Dacia Duster performs noticeable better – up to 1609 L, which is about 389 L more than the Honda Civic.
When it comes to payload, Dacia Duster slightly takes the win – 453 kg compared to 397 kg. That’s a difference of about 56 kg.
The Dacia Duster proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Dacia Duster is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
The Dacia Duster is a no-nonsense compact SUV that delivers rugged practicality and surprisingly comfortable everyday driving without fuss. It might not win any beauty contests, but its honest design, easy-to-live-with cabin and tough attitude make it a smart pick for buyers who want reliable transport without luxury frills.
detailsThe 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 |
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Price
16300 - 24900 £
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Price
32500 - 35500 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 7.5 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5 L
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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
0.60 kWh
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Battery Capacity
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co2
107 - 124 g/km
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co2
108 - 114 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
40 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1377 - 1455 kg
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Curb weight
1517 - 1533 kg
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Trunk capacity
348 - 517 L
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Trunk capacity
404 - 410 L
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Length
4343 mm
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Length
4560 mm
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Width
1813 mm
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Width
1890 mm
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Height
1656 - 1659 mm
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Height
1408 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1414 - 1609 L
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Max trunk capacity
1187 - 1220 L
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Payload
450 - 453 kg
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Payload
348 - 397 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, LPG
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
115 - 158 HP
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Power HP
184 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.4 - 11.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
190 - 230 Nm
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Torque
315 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
84 - 116 kW
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Power kW
135 kW
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Engine capacity
1199 - 1789 cm3
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Engine capacity
1993 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C
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Brand
Dacia
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Brand
Honda
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The Dacia Duster is offered with Front-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.