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Honda Civic vs Kia Ceed - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (184 HP vs 140 HP), boot space and price (32500 £ vs 23500 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda Civic or Kia Ceed?

Honda Civic

Kia Ceed

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.

Kia Ceed has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23500 £, while the Honda Civic costs 32500 £. That’s a price difference of around 9008 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Honda Civic manages with 4.70 L and is therefore evident more efficient than the Kia Ceed with 6 L. The difference is about 1.30 L per 100 km.

Ceed

Engine and Performance:

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 distinct edge – offering 184 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 44 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Honda Civic is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 7.80 s, while the Kia Ceed takes 9.50 s. That’s about 1.70 s faster.

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

Civic

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Kia Ceed is to a small extent lighter – 1298 kg compared to 1517 kg. The difference is around 219 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Honda Civic offers slight more room – 410 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 15 L.

When it comes to payload, Kia Ceed slightly takes the win – 490 kg compared to 397 kg. That’s a difference of about 93 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Honda Civic proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Honda Civic is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £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
Honda Civic
Kia Ceed

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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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Kia Ceed

The Kia Ceed is a sensible, stylish hatchback that gives buyers more than they'd expect for the money, blending practical space with crisp, modern looks. It drives with measured confidence and comes loaded with user-friendly kit, so you can enjoy daily life behind the wheel without breaking into a sweat.

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Honda Civic
Kia Ceed

Costs and Consumption

Price
32500 - 35500 £
Price
23500 - 26300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5 L
Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
108 - 114 g/km
co2
137 - 146 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1517 - 1533 kg
Curb weight
1298 - 1372 kg
Trunk capacity
404 - 410 L
Trunk capacity
357 - 395 L
Length
4560 mm
Length
-
Width
1890 mm
Width
1800 mm
Height
1408 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1187 - 1220 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
348 - 397 kg
Payload
478 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 HP
Power HP
100 - 140 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 - 13.2 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
315 Nm
Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
135 kW
Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Engine capacity
1993 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Honda
Brand
Kia
What drivetrain options does the Honda Civic have?

The Honda Civic is offered with Front-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.