@ Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
@ Kia Corporation
VS

Honda Civic vs Kia XCeed – Which car suits you better?

Two cars, one duel: Honda Civic meets Kia XCeed.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

Honda Civic

Kia XCeed

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Civic @ Honda Motor Co., Ltd.

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Kia XCeed has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23100 £, while the Honda Civic costs 32500 £. That’s a price difference of around 9351 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Honda Civic manages with 4.70 L and is therefore evident more efficient than the Kia XCeed with 6.40 L. The difference is about 1.70 L per 100 km.

XCeed @ Kia Corporation

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 has a barely noticeable 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 hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 7.80 s, while the Kia XCeed takes 8.50 s. That’s about 0.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Kia XCeed performs a bit better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Honda Civic tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Honda Civic pulls slightly stronger with 315 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm difference.

Civic @ Honda Motor Co., Ltd.

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 curb weight, Kia XCeed is to a small extent lighter – 1351 kg compared to 1517 kg. The difference is around 166 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia XCeed offers hardly perceptible more room – 426 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 16 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia XCeed performs a bit better – up to 1378 L, which is about 158 L more than the Honda Civic.

When it comes to payload, Kia XCeed somewhat takes the win – 479 kg compared to 397 kg. That’s a difference of about 82 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Kia XCeed shows itself to be has a very small edge and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

Honda Civic
Kia XCeed

Costs and Consumption

View detailed analysis

Engine and Performance

View detailed analysis

Dimensions and Body

View detailed analysis
from about £23,100
XCeed @ Kia Corporation

Kia XCeed

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 180 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 6.4 - 6.8 L

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.

details

Kia XCeed

Kia XCeed blends hatchback agility with a coupe-like stance, wrapping practical space in a handsome, modern package that punches above its class in style. It’s an easygoing everyday companion — comfy, well-equipped and priced to make sensible buyers smile — with just enough spark to keep weekend drives interesting.

details
Honda Civic
Kia XCeed
Civic @ Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
XCeed @ Kia Corporation

Costs and Consumption

Price
32500 - 35500 £
Price
23100 - 33000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5 L
Consumption L/100km
6.4 - 6.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
108 - 114 g/km
co2
144 - 155 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1517 - 1533 kg
Curb weight
1351 - 1419 kg
Trunk capacity
404 - 410 L
Trunk capacity
426 L
Length
4560 mm
Length
4395 mm
Width
1890 mm
Width
1826 mm
Height
1408 mm
Height
1483 - 1495 mm
Max trunk capacity
1187 - 1220 L
Max trunk capacity
1378 L
Payload
348 - 397 kg
Payload
471 - 479 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
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
115 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 11.7 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
182 - 210 km/h
Torque
315 Nm
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
135 kW
Power kW
85 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
1993 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
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.