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Honda Civic vs Genesis GV80 comparison

Compare performance (184 HP vs 304 HP), boot space and price (32,500 £ vs 59,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda Civic or Genesis GV80?

Honda Civic vs Genesis GV80: Key differences

Honda Civic

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  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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Genesis GV80

  • clearly more power
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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:

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 clearly cheaper – starting at 32,500 £ , while the Genesis GV80 costs 59,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 26,897 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Honda Civic uses 4.7 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Genesis GV80 with 8.8 L/100km. The difference is about 4.1 L/100km.

GV80

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 Genesis GV80 offers clearly more power – delivering 304 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 120 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Genesis GV80 is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.9 s, while the Honda Civic takes 7.8 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Genesis GV80 delivers considerably more torque with 588 Nm compared to 315 Nm. That’s about 273 Nm more.

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.

Seats: Genesis GV80 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Honda Civic is clearly lighter – 1,517 kg compared to 2,155 kg. The difference is around 638 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Genesis GV80 carries substantially more – 690 kg compared to 397 kg. That’s a difference of about 293 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Honda Civic leads convincingly 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 £32,500
Civic

Honda Civic

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 184 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.7 - 5 L/100km
Honda Civic
Genesis GV80

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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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Genesis GV80

The Genesis GV80 feels like a boutique hotel on wheels, with striking looks and an interior that wraps you in plush materials and thoughtful details. It pairs a serenely composed ride with clever tech, making it the kind of luxury SUV that lets you enjoy the good life without shouting about the badge.

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Honda Civic
Genesis GV80

Costs and Consumption

Price
32,500 - 35,500 £
Price
59,400 - 75,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.8 - 10.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
108 - 114 g/km
co2
231 - 241 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,517 - 1,533 kg
Curb weight
2,155 - 2,325 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
727 - 735 L
Length
-
Length
4,945 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,975 mm
Height
-
Height
1,715 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,144 - 2,152 L
Payload
348 - 397 kg
Payload
660 - 690 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 HP
Power HP
272 - 304 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
230 - 237 km/h
Torque
315 Nm
Torque
422 - 588 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
135 kW
Power kW
200 - 224 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 cm3
Engine capacity
2,497 - 2,996 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,022
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Honda
Brand
Genesis
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