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Honda Civic vs Subaru BRZ comparison

Compare performance (184 HP vs 235 HP), boot space and price (32,500 £ vs 36,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda Civic or Subaru BRZ?

Honda Civic vs Subaru BRZ: Key differences

Honda Civic

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • a bit cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
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Subaru BRZ

  • noticeably more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Civic

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Honda Civic is a bit cheaper – starting at 32,500 £ , while the Subaru BRZ costs 36,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,506 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Honda Civic uses 4.7 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Subaru BRZ with 8.8 L/100km. The difference is about 4.1 L/100km.

BRZ

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Subaru BRZ offers noticeably more power – delivering 235 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 51 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Subaru BRZ is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.3 s, while the Honda Civic takes 7.8 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Honda Civic delivers visibly more torque with 315 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 65 Nm more.

Civic

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Honda Civic offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru BRZ is somewhat lighter – 1,275 kg compared to 1,517 kg. The difference is around 242 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Subaru BRZ carries marginally more – 404 kg compared to 397 kg. That’s a difference of about 7 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Honda Civic stands well ahead of its rival in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £32,500
Civic

Honda Civic

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 184 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.7 - 5 L/100km
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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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4.5 (3 Reviews)
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Galym
6 Feb 2026, 11:09:51

I used to have a petrol Civic and recently had the chance to drive the Civic hybrid. What a difference! Of course you’ve got to buy it! It’s a car that puts a big grin on your face behind the wheel. Sporty, eye-catching design.

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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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Subaru BRZ

Costs and Consumption
Price
32,500 - 35,500 £
Price
36,000 - 38,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
108 - 114 g/km
co2
199 - 200 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,517 - 1,533 kg
Curb weight
1,275 - 1,296 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
237 L
Length
-
Length
4,265 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,775 mm
Height
-
Height
1,310 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
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
-
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
1,993 cm3
Engine capacity
2,387 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Honda
Brand
Subaru
What drive types are available for the Honda Civic?

The Honda Civic is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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