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Honda Civic vs Mazda CX-30 – Differences & prices compared

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Honda Civic or Mazda CX-30 fits your lifestyle better.

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mazda CX-30 has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25200 £, while the Honda Civic costs 32500 £. That’s a price difference of around 7251 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Honda Civic manages with 4.70 L and is therefore noticeable more efficient than the Mazda CX-30 with 5.70 L. The difference is about 1 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Mazda CX-30 has a slight edge – offering 186 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 2 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Honda Civic is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 7.80 s, while the Mazda CX-30 takes 8.30 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mazda CX-30 performs a bit better – reaching 204 km/h, while the Honda Civic tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 24 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Honda Civic pulls evident stronger with 315 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 75 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, Mazda CX-30 is minimal lighter – 1455 kg compared to 1517 kg. The difference is around 62 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mazda CX-30 offers barely noticeable more room – 430 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 20 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mazda CX-30 performs to a small extent better – up to 1406 L, which is about 186 L more than the Honda Civic.

When it comes to payload, Mazda CX-30 slightly takes the win – 496 kg compared to 397 kg. That’s a difference of about 99 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mazda CX-30 proves to be wins solidly and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mazda CX-30 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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CX-30 @ Mazda Motor Corporation

Mazda CX-30

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 140 - 186 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.7 - 6.6 L
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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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Mazda CX-30

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The Mazda CX-30 blends sleek coupe-like lines with the practicality of a compact crossover, feeling more premium than its price tag suggests. It’s a joy to drive for anyone who likes a taut chassis and an interior that treats daily commutes like a small luxury escape.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
32500 - 35500 £
Price
25200 - 36800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5 L
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
108 - 114 g/km
co2
129 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
48 - 51 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
1455 - 1587 kg
Trunk capacity
404 - 410 L
Trunk capacity
422 - 430 L
Length
4560 mm
Length
4395 mm
Width
1890 mm
Width
1795 mm
Height
1408 mm
Height
1540 mm
Max trunk capacity
1187 - 1220 L
Max trunk capacity
1398 - 1406 L
Payload
348 - 397 kg
Payload
458 - 496 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 HP
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.3 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
191 - 204 km/h
Torque
315 Nm
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 kW
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Engine capacity
1993 cm3
Engine capacity
1998 - 2488 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Honda
Brand
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What drivetrain options does the Honda Civic have?

The Honda Civic is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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