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Honda Civic vs Geely Starray comparison

Compare performance (184 HP vs 262 HP), boot space and price (32,500 £ vs 28,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda Civic or Geely Starray?

Honda Civic vs Geely Starray: Key differences

Honda Civic

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately lighter
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Geely Starray

  • moderately cheaper
  • visibly more power
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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

Civic

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.

Geely Starray is moderately cheaper – starting at 28,300 £ , while the Honda Civic costs 32,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,208 £.

Starray

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 Geely Starray offers visibly more power – delivering 262 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 78 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Honda Civic is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.8 s, while the Geely Starray takes 8 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

Civic

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 moderately lighter – 1,517 kg compared to 1,730 kg. The difference is around 213 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Geely Starray carries very slightly more – 435 kg compared to 397 kg. That’s a difference of about 38 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Geely Starray is decisively ahead 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 £28,300
Starray

Geely Starray

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 262 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.7 - 18.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 83 - 136 km
Honda Civic
Geely Starray

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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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Geely Starray

The Geely Starray blends a sleek, modern exterior with a comfortable, well-appointed cabin that feels more upscale than its price suggests. It offers a composed, user-friendly driving experience with thoughtful tech and space that make it a practical choice for everyday family and city use.

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Honda Civic
Geely Starray

Costs and Consumption

Price
32,500 - 35,500 £
Price
28,300 - 32,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 18.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
83 - 136 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
108 - 114 g/km
co2
33 - 54 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,517 - 1,533 kg
Curb weight
1,730 - 1,815 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
528 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,905 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
348 - 397 kg
Payload
435 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 HP
Power HP
262 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 8.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
315 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 kW
Power kW
193 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Honda
Brand
Geely
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