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Honda Civic vs Mercedes C Class Sedan - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (184 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (32500 £ vs 41200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda Civic or Mercedes C Class Sedan?

Honda Civic

Mercedes C Class Sedan

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

Civic

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Honda Civic has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 32500 £ , while the Mercedes C Class Sedan costs 41200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8681 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes C Class Sedan manages with 1.60 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Honda Civic with 4.70 L. The difference is about 3.10 L per 100 km.

C Class Sedan

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 Mercedes C Class Sedan has a clearly edge – offering 680 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 496 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C Class Sedan is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.40 s, while the Honda Civic takes 7.80 s. That’s about 4.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes C Class Sedan performs evident better – reaching 280 km/h, while the Honda Civic tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 100 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes C Class Sedan pulls significantly stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 315 Nm. That’s about 705 Nm difference.

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, Honda Civic is slightly lighter – 1517 kg compared to 1695 kg. The difference is around 178 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes C Class Sedan offers barely noticeable more room – 455 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 45 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes C Class Sedan distinct takes the win – 570 kg compared to 397 kg. That’s a difference of about 173 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes C Class Sedan 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.

Honda Civic
Mercedes C Class Sedan

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from about £41,200
C Class Sedan

Mercedes C Class Sedan

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 183 - 680 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.6 - 9 L
  • Electric Range : 11 - 117 km

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 C Class Sedan

The Mercedes C‑Class is the compact executive that dresses like it owns the boulevard, with an interior that blends modern elegance and plush comfort to make everyday driving feel unexpectedly special. On the road it pairs poise with a hint of cheeky agility, rewarding drivers who want refinement without forfeiting a touch of fun — and yes, it still looks great in the driveway.

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Honda Civic
Mercedes C Class Sedan

Costs and Consumption

Price
32500 - 35500 £
Price
41200 - 103100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5 L
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
11 - 117 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
co2
108 - 114 g/km
co2
41 - 205 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 66 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1517 - 1533 kg
Curb weight
1695 - 2195 kg
Trunk capacity
404 - 410 L
Trunk capacity
280 - 455 L
Length
4560 mm
Length
4751 - 4842 mm
Width
1890 mm
Width
1820 - 1900 mm
Height
1408 mm
Height
1438 - 1458 mm
Max trunk capacity
1187 - 1220 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
348 - 397 kg
Payload
480 - 570 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 HP
Power HP
183 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
230 - 280 km/h
Torque
315 Nm
Torque
250 - 1020 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 kW
Power kW
135 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
1993 cm3
Engine capacity
1496 - 1999 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B, D, G
Brand
Honda
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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.