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Honda Civic vs Mazda CX-5 – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda Civic or Mazda CX-5?

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mazda CX-5 has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30000 £, while the Honda Civic costs 32500 £. That’s a price difference of around 2485 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Honda Civic manages with 4.70 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Mazda CX-5 with 7 L. The difference is about 2.30 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 Honda Civic has a distinct edge – offering 184 HP compared to 141 HP. That’s roughly 43 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Honda Civic is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 7.80 s, while the Mazda CX-5 takes 10.50 s. That’s about 2.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mazda CX-5 performs slight better – reaching 195 km/h, while the Honda Civic tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 15 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Honda Civic pulls noticeable stronger with 315 Nm compared to 238 Nm. That’s about 77 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Honda Civic is hardly perceptible lighter – 1517 kg compared to 1629 kg. The difference is around 112 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mazda CX-5 offers evident more room – 583 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 173 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mazda CX-5 performs distinct better – up to 2019 L, which is about 799 L more than the Honda Civic.

Who wins the race?

The Honda Civic proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Honda Civic is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £32,500
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Honda Civic

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 184 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.7 - 5 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-5

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The Mazda CX-5 blends elegant, athletic styling with a surprisingly engaging driving character, turning routine trips into small, satisfying adventures. Inside it feels thoughtfully built and comfortable, offering sensible practicality and a premium feel that punches above its price.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
32500 - 35500 £
Price
30000 - 39500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5 L
Consumption L/100km
7 - 7.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
108 - 114 g/km
co2
157 - 168 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
56 - 58 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
1629 - 1671 kg
Trunk capacity
404 - 410 L
Trunk capacity
583 L
Length
4560 mm
Length
4690 mm
Width
1890 mm
Width
1860 mm
Height
1408 mm
Height
1695 mm
Max trunk capacity
1187 - 1220 L
Max trunk capacity
2019 L
Payload
348 - 397 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 HP
Power HP
141 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.5 - 10.9 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
195 km/h
Torque
315 Nm
Torque
238 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 kW
Power kW
104 kW
Engine capacity
1993 cm3
Engine capacity
2488 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
Honda
Brand
Mazda

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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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