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Honda Civic vs Honda HR-V comparison

Compare performance (184 HP vs 131 HP), boot space and price (32,500 £ vs 29,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda Civic or Honda HR-V?

Honda Civic vs Honda HR-V: Key differences

Honda Civic

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • slightly more efficient
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h

Honda HR-V

4.2 (13 Reviews)
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  • marginally cheaper
  • marginally lighter
Overall, owners tend to find the Honda HR‑V a practical, reliable and economical compact SUV that’s easy to live with in town and for family duties, offering predictable handling and a comfortable ride. Common positives include good fuel economy, roomy/intuive packaging and reassuring manners; common negatives some owners mention are noticeable noise under brisk acceleration or low‑speed maneuvers and a tendency to feel underpowered on sustained highway runs. So while feedback is broadly favorable for city and everyday use, opinions are more mixed on long‑distance refinement — worth a motorway run during your test drive if that’s your regular terrain.

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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.

Honda HR-V is marginally cheaper – starting at 29,700 £ , while the Honda Civic costs 32,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,743 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Honda Civic uses 4.7 L/100km and is slightly more efficient than the Honda HR-V with 5.4 L/100km. The difference is about 0.7 L/100km.

HR-V

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 offers markedly more power – delivering 184 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 53 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Honda Civic is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.8 s, while the Honda HR-V takes 10.6 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Honda Civic delivers somewhat more torque with 315 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 62 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Honda HR-V is marginally lighter – 1,452 kg compared to 1,517 kg. The difference is around 65 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Honda HR-V carries only slightly more – 418 kg compared to 397 kg. That’s a difference of about 21 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Honda Civic is clearly superior overall 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
Honda HR-V

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Honda HR-V

The Honda HR-V is the sensible compact crossover that blends roomy practicality with a composed, friendly drive, making it an easy pick for buyers who want everyday usability without fuss. It won’t thrill hardcore enthusiasts, but its clever packaging, comfortable cabin and low-key styling make life simpler — and that’s exactly the point.

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Honda Civic
Honda HR-V

Costs and Consumption

Price
32,500 - 35,500 £
Price
29,700 - 35,400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
108 - 114 g/km
co2
122 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
1,452 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
319 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,890 mm
Width
-
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
348 - 397 kg
Payload
418 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 HP
Power HP
131 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 10.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
315 Nm
Torque
253 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 kW
Power kW
96 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Honda
Brand
Honda
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