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Honda Civic vs Lotus Emira comparison

Compare performance (184 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (32,500 £ vs 83,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda Civic or Lotus Emira?

Honda Civic vs Lotus Emira: Key differences

Honda Civic

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • barely lighter
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Lotus Emira

  • considerably more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Civic

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Honda Civic is significantly cheaper – starting at 32,500 £ , while the Lotus Emira costs 83,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 51,086 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Honda Civic uses 4.7 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Lotus Emira with 9.2 L/100km. The difference is about 4.5 L/100km.

Emira

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 Lotus Emira offers considerably more power – delivering 406 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 222 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emira is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Honda Civic takes 7.8 s. That’s about 3.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Emira delivers visibly more torque with 480 Nm compared to 315 Nm. That’s about 165 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.

Seats: Honda Civic offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Honda Civic is barely lighter – 1,517 kg compared to 1,521 kg. The difference is around 4 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Honda Civic carries considerably more – 397 kg compared to 230 kg. That’s a difference of about 167 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Honda Civic is far ahead 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
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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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Reviews Honda Civic

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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Galym
6 Feb 2026, 11:09:51

I used to have a petrol Civic and recently had the chance to drive the Civic hybrid. What a difference! Of course you’ve got to buy it! It’s a car that puts a big grin on your face behind the wheel. Sporty, eye-catching design.

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Lotus Emira

The Lotus Emira is a supremely alive sports coupe that blends razor‑sharp handling with enough everyday comfort to make it usable beyond the track. It looks gorgeous, sounds eager and delivers a focused, smile-inducing drive that will seduce enthusiasts and tempt sensible buyers alike.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
32,500 - 35,500 £
Price
83,600 - 107,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
9.2 - 11.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
108 - 114 g/km
co2
208 - 245 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,517 - 1,533 kg
Curb weight
1,521 - 1,533 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
151 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,895 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
348 - 397 kg
Payload
213 - 230 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 HP
Power HP
365 - 406 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 4.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
315 Nm
Torque
420 - 480 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
135 kW
Power kW
268 - 298 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 cm3
Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,456 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Honda
Brand
Lotus
What drive types are available for the Honda Civic?

The Honda Civic is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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