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Honda Civic vs Mercedes A Class - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (184 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (32500 £ vs 32300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda Civic or Mercedes A Class?
Civic
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.
Mercedes A Class has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 32300 £ , while the Honda Civic costs 32500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 223 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes A Class manages with 2.30 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Honda Civic with 4.70 L. The difference is about 2.40 L per 100 km.
A Class
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 Mercedes A Class has a clearly edge – offering 320 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 136 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.70 s, while the Honda Civic takes 7.80 s. That’s about 3.10 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes A Class performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Honda Civic tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes A Class pulls noticeable stronger with 450 Nm compared to 315 Nm. That’s about 135 Nm difference.
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Civic
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, Mercedes A Class is minimal lighter – 1440 kg compared to 1517 kg. The difference is around 77 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Honda Civic offers a bit more room – 410 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 60 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Honda Civic performs slight better – up to 1220 L, which is about 30 L more than the Mercedes A Class.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes A Class a bit takes the win – 485 kg compared to 397 kg. That’s a difference of about 88 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Mercedes A Class sits well ahead of its rival 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.
Honda Civic
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Mercedes A Class
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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Mercedes A Class
The Mercedes A‑Class arrives as a compact charmer that dresses premium materials and a cockpit full of screens in a tidy, city-friendly package, delivering surprising agility and poise. For buyers who want a luxury badge, clever tech and a car that's equally happy in tight streets or on a spirited country run, the A‑Class offers a grown-up feel with a cheeky streak.
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Honda Civic
Mercedes A Class
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
32500 - 35500 £
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Price
32300 - 55600 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 8.3 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
85 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
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co2
108 - 114 g/km
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co2
53 - 188 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 L
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Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Hatchback
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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
1440 - 1695 kg
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Trunk capacity
404 - 410 L
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Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
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Length
4560 mm
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Length
4428 - 4447 mm
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Width
1890 mm
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Width
1796 mm
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Height
1408 mm
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Height
1407 - 1423 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1187 - 1220 L
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Max trunk capacity
1125 - 1190 L
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Payload
348 - 397 kg
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Payload
475 - 485 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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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, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
184 HP
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Power HP
116 - 320 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 9.7 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
202 - 250 km/h
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Torque
315 Nm
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Torque
200 - 450 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
85 - 235 kW
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Engine capacity
1993 cm3
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, G
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Brand
Honda
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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What drivetrain options does the Honda Civic have?
The Honda Civic is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.
The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.