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Honda Civic vs Vauxhall Astra – Which car suits you better?

Two cars, one duel: Honda Civic meets Vauxhall Astra.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

Honda Civic

Vauxhall Astra

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

Civic @ Honda Motor Co., Ltd.

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.

Vauxhall Astra has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25200 £, while the Honda Civic costs 32500 £. That’s a price difference of around 7294 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Vauxhall Astra manages with 2.20 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Honda Civic with 4.70 L. The difference is about 2.50 L per 100 km.

Astra @ Opel / Stellantis Media

Engine and Performance:

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 Vauxhall Astra has a slightly edge – offering 225 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 41 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Astra is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 7.50 s, while the Honda Civic takes 7.80 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Vauxhall Astra performs noticeable better – reaching 235 km/h, while the Honda Civic tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 55 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Vauxhall Astra pulls somewhat stronger with 360 Nm compared to 315 Nm. That’s about 45 Nm difference.

Civic @ Honda Motor Co., Ltd.

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, Vauxhall Astra is somewhat lighter – 1341 kg compared to 1517 kg. The difference is around 176 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Vauxhall Astra offers slight more room – 422 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 12 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Vauxhall Astra performs slight better – up to 1339 L, which is about 119 L more than the Honda Civic.

When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Astra evident takes the win – 509 kg compared to 397 kg. That’s a difference of about 112 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Vauxhall Astra shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

Honda Civic
Vauxhall Astra

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Astra @ Opel / Stellantis Media

Vauxhall Astra

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel, Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 130 - 225 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.2 - 6 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.40 kWh
  • Electric Range : 82 - 419 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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Vauxhall Astra

The 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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Honda Civic
Vauxhall Astra
Civic @ Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
Astra @ Opel / Stellantis Media

Costs and Consumption

Price
32500 - 35500 £
Price
25200 - 40500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5 L
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.40 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
82 - 419 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
51 kWh
co2
108 - 114 g/km
co2
0 - 135 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1517 - 1533 kg
Curb weight
1341 - 1736 kg
Trunk capacity
404 - 410 L
Trunk capacity
352 - 422 L
Length
4560 mm
Length
4374 mm
Width
1890 mm
Width
1860 mm
Height
1408 mm
Height
1432 - 1488 mm
Max trunk capacity
1187 - 1220 L
Max trunk capacity
1268 - 1339 L
Payload
348 - 397 kg
Payload
414 - 509 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 HP
Power HP
130 - 225 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 235 km/h
Torque
315 Nm
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
135 kW
Power kW
96 - 165 kW
Engine capacity
1993 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C, B
Brand
Honda
Brand
Vauxhall
What drivetrain options does the Honda Civic have?

The Honda Civic is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.

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