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Honda Civic vs Kia Niro – Differences & prices compared
Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Honda Civic or Kia Niro fits your lifestyle better.
Civic
@ Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
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.
Kia Niro has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29100 £, while the Honda Civic costs 32500 £. That’s a price difference of around 3351 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Kia Niro manages with 2.40 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Honda Civic with 4.70 L. The difference is about 2.30 L per 100 km.
Niro
@ Kia Corporation
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 slight edge – offering 184 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 4 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 Niro takes 9.90 s. That’s about 2.10 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Kia Niro performs minimal better – reaching 185 km/h, while the Honda Civic tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 5 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Honda Civic pulls to a small extent stronger with 315 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm difference.
Civic
@ Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
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 Niro is hardly perceptible lighter – 1474 kg compared to 1517 kg. The difference is around 43 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Kia Niro offers barely noticeable more room – 451 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 41 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Kia Niro performs to a small extent better – up to 1445 L, which is about 225 L more than the Honda Civic.
When it comes to payload, Kia Niro somewhat takes the win – 466 kg compared to 397 kg. That’s a difference of about 69 kg.
Who wins the race?
The Kia Niro proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Kia Niro is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
from about £29,100
@ Kia Corporation
Kia Niro
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 Motor Co., Ltd.
@ Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
@ Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
@ Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
Kia Niro
The Kia Niro blends clever packaging and modern styling into a compact crossover that’s refreshingly sensible for daily life. It’s comfortable, economical and packed with user‑friendly tech, so if you want a fuss‑free family car with a touch of green credibility, the Niro is worth a test drive.
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@ Kia Corporation
@ Kia Corporation
@ Kia Corporation
@ Kia Corporation
@ Kia Corporation
Honda Civic
Kia Niro
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
32500 - 35500 £
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Price
29100 - 38600 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 4.9 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
57 - 62 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
1.3 - 11.1 kWh
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co2
108 - 114 g/km
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co2
53 - 111 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 L
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Fuel tank capacity
37 - 42 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1517 - 1533 kg
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Curb weight
1474 - 1594 kg
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Trunk capacity
404 - 410 L
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Trunk capacity
348 - 451 L
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Length
4560 mm
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Length
4420 mm
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Width
1890 mm
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Width
1825 mm
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Height
1408 mm
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Height
1545 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1187 - 1220 L
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Max trunk capacity
1342 - 1445 L
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Payload
348 - 397 kg
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Payload
466 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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Transmission Detail
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
138 - 180 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 11.4 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
170 - 185 km/h
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Torque
315 Nm
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Torque
265 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
135 kW
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Power kW
102 - 132 kW
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Engine capacity
1993 cm3
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Engine capacity
1580 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
C, B
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Brand
Honda
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Brand
Kia
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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.