Compare performance (184 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (32,500 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda Civic or NIO ET5 Wagon?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
Honda Civic is markedly cheaper – starting at 32,500 £ , while the NIO ET5 Wagon costs 40,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,229 £.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the NIO ET5 Wagon offers considerably more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 306 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO ET5 Wagon is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Honda Civic takes 7.8 s. That’s about 3.8 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO ET5 Wagon delivers considerably more torque with 700 Nm compared to 315 Nm. That’s about 385 Nm more.
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 significantly lighter – 1,517 kg compared to 2,265 kg. The difference is around 748 kg.
When it comes to payload, the NIO ET5 Wagon carries slightly more – 465 kg compared to 397 kg. That’s a difference of about 68 kg.
The NIO ET5 Wagon 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.
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.
detailsThe NIO ET5 Wagon blends sleek fastback styling with the sensible practicality of a wagon, delivering a premium-feeling cabin and clever cargo space that keeps life neatly packed. For buyers who want electric refinement without sacrificing family-hauler utility, the ET5 Wagon offers quiet, eager performance and smart packaging that makes weekend escapes and daily commutes equally enjoyable — yes, even with the dog and the golf clubs.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
32,500 - 35,500 £
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Price
40,700 - 58,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 19.8 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
435 - 560 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
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co2
108 - 114 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,517 - 1,533 kg
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Curb weight
2,265 - 2,285 kg
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Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
450 L
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Length
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Length
4,790 mm
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Width
1,890 mm
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Width
1,960 mm
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Height
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Height
1,499 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,300 L
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Payload
348 - 397 kg
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Payload
445 - 465 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
184 HP
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Power HP
490 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
315 Nm
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Torque
700 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
135 kW
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Power kW
360 kW
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Engine capacity
1,993 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Honda
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Brand
NIO
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