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Honda Civic vs Subaru BRZ - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (184 HP vs 235 HP), boot space and price (32500 £ vs 36000 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda Civic or Subaru BRZ?

Honda Civic

Subaru BRZ

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.

Honda Civic has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 32500 £, while the Subaru BRZ costs 36000 £. That’s a price difference of around 3506 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Honda Civic manages with 4.70 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Subaru BRZ with 8.80 L. The difference is about 4.10 L per 100 km.

BRZ @ Subaru Corporation

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 Subaru BRZ has a noticeable edge – offering 235 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 51 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Subaru BRZ is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 6.30 s, while the Honda Civic takes 7.80 s. That’s about 1.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Subaru BRZ performs noticeable better – reaching 226 km/h, while the Honda Civic tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 46 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Honda Civic pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 315 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 65 Nm difference.

Civic @ Honda Motor Co., Ltd.

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: Honda Civic offers slightly more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Subaru BRZ is to a small extent lighter – 1275 kg compared to 1517 kg. The difference is around 242 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Honda Civic offers significantly more room – 410 L compared to 237 L. That’s a difference of about 173 L.

When it comes to payload, Subaru BRZ minimal takes the win – 404 kg compared to 397 kg. That’s a difference of about 7 kg.

Who wins the race?

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

from about £32,500
Civic @ Honda Motor Co., Ltd.

Honda Civic

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 184 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.7 - 5 L
Honda Civic
Subaru BRZ

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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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Subaru BRZ

The Subaru BRZ is a pure driver's car — lightweight, balanced and joyfully communicative, turning every twisty back road into an invitation to grin. It doesn’t hide behind flashy tech or brute power; instead it delivers razor-sharp handling and honest feedback, making it a brilliant choice for anyone who wants driving to feel like fun again.

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Honda Civic
Subaru BRZ
Civic @ Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
BRZ @ Subaru Corporation

Costs and Consumption

Price
32500 - 35500 £
Price
36000 - 38600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5 L
Consumption L/100km
8.80 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
108 - 114 g/km
co2
199 - 200 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
2
Curb weight
1517 - 1533 kg
Curb weight
1275 - 1296 kg
Trunk capacity
404 - 410 L
Trunk capacity
237 L
Length
4560 mm
Length
4265 mm
Width
1890 mm
Width
1775 mm
Height
1408 mm
Height
1310 mm
Max trunk capacity
1187 - 1220 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
348 - 397 kg
Payload
395 - 404 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 HP
Power HP
235 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
216 - 226 km/h
Torque
315 Nm
Torque
250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 kW
Power kW
172 kW
Engine capacity
1993 cm3
Engine capacity
2387 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Honda
Brand
Subaru
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.