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Honda Civic vs Skoda Karoq – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda Civic or Skoda Karoq?

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

Civic @ Honda Motor Co., Ltd.

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Skoda Karoq has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29100 £, while the Honda Civic costs 32500 £. That’s a price difference of around 3403 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Honda Civic manages with 4.70 L and is therefore slight more efficient than the Skoda Karoq with 4.90 L. The difference is about 0.20 L per 100 km.

Karoq @ Škoda Auto a.s. / Škoda Storyboard

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 Skoda Karoq has a minimal edge – offering 190 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 6 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Karoq is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 7 s, while the Honda Civic takes 7.80 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Skoda Karoq performs to a small extent better – reaching 221 km/h, while the Honda Civic tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 41 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Skoda Karoq pulls to a small extent stronger with 360 Nm compared to 315 Nm. That’s about 45 Nm difference.

Civic @ Honda Motor Co., Ltd.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Skoda Karoq is barely noticeable lighter – 1380 kg compared to 1517 kg. The difference is around 137 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Karoq offers distinct more room – 521 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 111 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Karoq performs distinct better – up to 1630 L, which is about 410 L more than the Honda Civic.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Karoq evident takes the win – 549 kg compared to 397 kg. That’s a difference of about 152 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Skoda Karoq proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Skoda Karoq is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £29,100
Karoq @ Škoda Auto a.s. / Škoda Storyboard

Skoda Karoq

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 190 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.9 - 7.6 L

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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Skoda Karoq

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The Skoda Karoq is a smart, unfussy compact SUV that blends roomy practicality with a pleasantly composed driving character. It won’t turn heads at a car meet, but it will make daily life easier with clever storage, sensible ergonomics and a reassuringly grown-up ride.

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Honda Civic
Skoda Karoq
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Karoq @ Škoda Auto a.s. / Škoda Storyboard

Costs and Consumption

Price
32500 - 35500 £
Price
29100 - 41700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5 L
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 7.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
108 - 114 g/km
co2
128 - 173 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 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
1380 - 1655 kg
Trunk capacity
404 - 410 L
Trunk capacity
521 L
Length
4560 mm
Length
4384 - 4390 mm
Width
1890 mm
Width
1841 mm
Height
1408 mm
Height
1624 - 1629 mm
Max trunk capacity
1187 - 1220 L
Max trunk capacity
1630 L
Payload
348 - 397 kg
Payload
456 - 549 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 HP
Power HP
115 - 190 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 11.2 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
192 - 221 km/h
Torque
315 Nm
Torque
200 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
135 kW
Power kW
85 - 140 kW
Engine capacity
1993 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
Brand
Honda
Brand
Skoda
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.