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Honda Civic vs Renault Rafale – Performance, range & efficiency compared

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

Honda Civic

Renault Rafale

5 (3 Reviews)
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You can find all user reviews further down on this page.

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

Civic @ Honda Motor Co., Ltd.

Costs and Efficiency:

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 has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 32500 £, while the Renault Rafale costs 37500 £. That’s a price difference of around 5057 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Renault Rafale manages with 0.60 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Honda Civic with 4.70 L. The difference is about 4.10 L per 100 km.

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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 Rafale has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 300 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 116 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Rafale is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 6.40 s, while the Honda Civic takes 7.80 s. That’s about 1.40 s faster.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 180 km/h.

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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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Honda Civic is a bit lighter – 1517 kg compared to 1734 kg. The difference is around 217 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Renault Rafale offers evident more room – 627 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 217 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Rafale performs distinct better – up to 1910 L, which is about 690 L more than the Honda Civic.

When it comes to payload, Renault Rafale a bit takes the win – 444 kg compared to 397 kg. That’s a difference of about 47 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Renault Rafale shows itself to be dominates this comparison 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
Renault Rafale

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Renault Rafale

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 200 - 300 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.6 - 5 L
  • Electric Range : 97 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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Renault Rafale

5 (3 Reviews)
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The Renault Rafale dresses bold coupé-inspired lines around a practical crossover body, turning heads without trying too hard. Inside it serves up a comfortable, well-equipped cabin and engaging driving manners, making it a clever choice for buyers who want a bit of panache with their daily commute.

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Reviews Renault Rafale

5 (3 Reviews)
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Martin
4 Dec 2025, 08:40:43

As a Rafale owner, I'm happy with my choice. The car is spacious, feels luxurious, quiet, robust and very efficient at the same time. I also feel more “up to date” compared to the RAV4.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
32500 - 35500 £
Price
37500 - 49500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5 L
Consumption L/100km
0.6 - 5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
97 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
108 - 114 g/km
co2
14 - 109 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1517 - 1533 kg
Curb weight
1734 - 2025 kg
Trunk capacity
404 - 410 L
Trunk capacity
539 - 627 L
Length
4560 mm
Length
4710 mm
Width
1890 mm
Width
1886 mm
Height
1408 mm
Height
1613 mm
Max trunk capacity
1187 - 1220 L
Max trunk capacity
1826 - 1910 L
Payload
348 - 397 kg
Payload
415 - 444 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 HP
Power HP
200 - 300 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
315 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
135 kW
Power kW
147 - 221 kW
Engine capacity
1993 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, C
Brand
Honda
Brand
Renault

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What drivetrain options does the Honda Civic have?

The Honda Civic is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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