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Honda Civic vs Mercedes G Class comparison

Compare performance (184 HP vs 605 HP), boot space and price (32,500 £ vs 106,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda Civic or Mercedes G Class?

Honda Civic vs Mercedes G Class: Key differences

Honda Civic

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  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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Mercedes G Class

  • clearly 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 considerably cheaper – starting at 32,500 £ , while the Mercedes G Class costs 106,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 74,105 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Honda Civic uses 4.7 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mercedes G Class with 8.7 L/100km. The difference is about 4 L/100km.

G Class

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 G Class offers clearly more power – delivering 605 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 421 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes G Class is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the Honda Civic takes 7.8 s. That’s about 3.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes G Class delivers clearly more torque with 1,164 Nm compared to 315 Nm. That’s about 849 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, Honda Civic is clearly lighter – 1,517 kg compared to 2,485 kg. The difference is around 968 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes G Class carries clearly more – 715 kg compared to 397 kg. That’s a difference of about 318 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes G Class holds a decisive overall lead 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 £106,600
G Class

Mercedes G Class

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 387 - 605 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 28 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 479 km
Honda Civic
Mercedes G Class

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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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Mercedes G Class

The G-Class, often called the G‑Wagen, is a blocky icon that blends unapologetic off-road prowess with a plush, modern cabin, announcing your arrival before you even step out. It’s equally at home crawling over rocks or cruising city streets, and owning one feels like adopting a very expensive, very capable personality.

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Honda Civic
Mercedes G Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
32,500 - 35,500 £
Price
106,600 - 171,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
28 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
479 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
108 - 114 g/km
co2
0 - 336 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,517 - 1,533 kg
Curb weight
2,485 - 3,085 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
640 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,931 - 1,984 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
348 - 397 kg
Payload
115 - 715 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 HP
Power HP
387 - 605 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 5.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
315 Nm
Torque
760 - 1,164 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
135 kW
Power kW
285 - 445 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 cm3
Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
Brand
Honda
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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