Compare performance (184 HP vs 90 HP), boot space and price (32500 £ vs 18600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda Civic or Hyundai i20?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Hyundai i20 has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 18600 £ , while the Honda Civic costs 32500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13885 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Honda Civic manages with 4.70 L and is therefore evident more efficient than the Hyundai i20 with 5.70 L. The difference is about 1 L per 100 km.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Honda Civic has a convincingly edge – offering 184 HP compared to 90 HP. That’s roughly 94 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Honda Civic is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 7.80 s, while the Hyundai i20 takes 11.50 s. That’s about 3.70 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: Honda Civic pulls convincingly stronger with 315 Nm compared to 172 Nm. That’s about 143 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, Hyundai i20 is clearly perceptible lighter – 1145 kg compared to 1517 kg. The difference is around 372 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Honda Civic offers somewhat more room – 410 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 58 L.
When it comes to payload, Hyundai i20 a bit takes the win – 465 kg compared to 397 kg. That’s a difference of about 68 kg.
The Honda Civic 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.
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.
detailsThe Hyundai i20 is a cheeky small car that mixes smart styling with sensible practicality, feeling more polished and roomy than you might expect for the money. It’s an easy car to live with, offering engaging handling, a comfy cabin and useful equipment that make daily commutes and weekend errands notably less dull.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
32500 - 35500 £
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Price
18600 - 24000 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5 L
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Consumption L/100km
5.70 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
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
108 - 114 g/km
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co2
128 - 129 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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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
-
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Curb weight
1517 - 1533 kg
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Curb weight
1145 - 1170 kg
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Trunk capacity
404 - 410 L
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Trunk capacity
352 L
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Length
4560 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1890 mm
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Width
1775 mm
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Height
1408 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1187 - 1220 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
348 - 397 kg
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Payload
455 - 465 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
184 HP
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Power HP
90 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.5 - 12.8 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
315 Nm
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Torque
172 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
135 kW
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Power kW
66 kW
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Engine capacity
1993 cm3
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Engine capacity
998 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
C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D
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Brand
Honda
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Brand
Hyundai
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The Honda Civic is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.