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Honda Civic vs Renault Mégane - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (184 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (32500 £ vs 35100 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda Civic or Renault Mégane?

Honda Civic

Renault Mégane

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Honda Civic has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 32500 £, while the Renault Mégane costs 35100 £. That’s a price difference of around 2572 £.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Renault Mégane has a slightly edge – offering 218 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 34 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Mégane is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 7.40 s, while the Honda Civic takes 7.80 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Honda Civic performs somewhat better – reaching 180 km/h, while the Renault Mégane tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Honda Civic pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 315 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 15 Nm difference.

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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: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Honda Civic is a bit lighter – 1517 kg compared to 1719 kg. The difference is around 202 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Honda Civic offers minimal more room – 410 L compared to 389 L. That’s a difference of about 21 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Mégane performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1332 L, which is about 112 L more than the Honda Civic.

When it comes to payload, Renault Mégane to a small extent takes the win – 446 kg compared to 397 kg. That’s a difference of about 49 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Renault Mégane proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Renault Mégane is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £35,100
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Renault Mégane

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 218 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.40 kWh
  • Electric Range : 452 km
Honda Civic
Renault Mégane

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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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Renault Mégane

The Renault Mégane blends Gallic flair with practical everyday charm, showing that sensible transport can still have personality and poise. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want a comfortable, stylish hatchback that feels a little more special than the usual commute companion.

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Honda Civic
Renault Mégane
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Costs and Consumption

Price
32500 - 35500 £
Price
35100 - 38500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.40 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
452 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
108 - 114 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1517 - 1533 kg
Curb weight
1719 kg
Trunk capacity
404 - 410 L
Trunk capacity
389 L
Length
4560 mm
Length
4200 mm
Width
1890 mm
Width
1783 mm
Height
1408 mm
Height
1505 mm
Max trunk capacity
1187 - 1220 L
Max trunk capacity
1332 L
Payload
348 - 397 kg
Payload
446 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.40 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
160 km/h
Torque
315 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
135 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
1993 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Honda
Brand
Renault
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.