Compare performance (184 HP vs 196 HP), boot space and price (32,500 £ vs 28,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda Civic or Vauxhall Astra?
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.
Vauxhall Astra is moderately cheaper – starting at 28,300 £ , while the Honda Civic costs 32,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,208 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Astra uses 2.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Honda Civic with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 2.5 L/100km.
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 Vauxhall Astra offers marginally more power – delivering 196 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 12 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Astra is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the Honda Civic takes 7.8 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Vauxhall Astra delivers somewhat more torque with 360 Nm compared to 315 Nm. That’s about 45 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, Vauxhall Astra is only slightly lighter – 1,438 kg compared to 1,517 kg. The difference is around 79 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Astra carries visibly more – 502 kg compared to 397 kg. That’s a difference of about 105 kg.
The Vauxhall Astra is decisively ahead 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 Opel Astra strikes a neat balance between everyday practicality and engaging handling, so the daily grind suddenly feels a bit less dull. Inside it's intelligently packaged with modern kit and comfortable seating, making it a very sensible pick for buyers who want a dependable hatchback that doesn't take itself too seriously.
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Price
32,500 - 35,500 £
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Price
28,300 - 37,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 4.9 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
83 - 454 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
108 - 114 g/km
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co2
0 - 130 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
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,517 - 1,533 kg
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Curb weight
1,438 - 1,733 kg
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Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
310 - 422 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,890 mm
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Width
1,859 mm
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Height
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
348 - 397 kg
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Payload
438 - 502 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, 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
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
184 HP
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Power HP
130 - 196 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
315 Nm
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
135 kW
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Power kW
96 - 144 kW
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Engine capacity
1,993 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025
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Model Year
2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, D, A
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Brand
Honda
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Brand
Vauxhall
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