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Honda Civic vs Mercedes Sprinter Transporter comparison

Compare performance (184 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (32,500 £ vs 26,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda Civic or Mercedes Sprinter Transporter?

Honda Civic vs Mercedes Sprinter Transporter: Key differences

Honda Civic

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

  • markedly cheaper
  • only slightly more power
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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:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter is markedly cheaper – starting at 26,900 £ , while the Honda Civic costs 32,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,537 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Honda Civic uses 4.7 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter with 7.9 L/100km. The difference is about 3.2 L/100km.

Sprinter Transporter

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 Sprinter Transporter offers only slightly more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter delivers clearly more torque with 450 Nm compared to 315 Nm. That’s about 135 Nm more.

Civic

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.

Seats: Honda Civic offers more seats – 5 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Honda Civic is clearly lighter – 1,517 kg compared to 2,052 kg. The difference is around 535 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter carries considerably more – 2,641 kg compared to 397 kg. That’s a difference of about 2,244 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Sprinter Transporter stands 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.

from £26,900
Sprinter Transporter

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

  • Engine Type : Electric, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 114 - 204 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7.9 - 12.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 27.1 - 31.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 194 - 444 km
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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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Galym
6 Feb 2026, 11:09:51

I used to have a petrol Civic and recently had the chance to drive the Civic hybrid. What a difference! Of course you’ve got to buy it! It’s a car that puts a big grin on your face behind the wheel. Sporty, eye-catching design.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
32,500 - 35,500 £
Price
26,900 - 72,900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 12.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
27.1 - 31.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
194 - 444 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
56 - 113 kWh
co2
108 - 114 g/km
co2
0 - 333 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
71 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
3
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,517 - 1,533 kg
Curb weight
2,052 - 3,166 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
5,932 - 7,367 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,993 mm
Height
-
Height
2,331 - 2,663 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
9,000 - 15,500 L
Payload
348 - 397 kg
Payload
577 - 2,641 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 HP
Power HP
114 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
90 km/h
Torque
315 Nm
Torque
300 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 kW
Power kW
84 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 cm3
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
Brand
Honda
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drive types are available for the Honda Civic?

The Honda Civic is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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