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Honda Civic vs Toyota Prius - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (184 HP vs 223 HP), boot space and price (32500 £ vs 39400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda Civic or Toyota Prius?

Honda Civic

Toyota Prius

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

Civic

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Honda Civic has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 32500 £ , while the Toyota Prius costs 39400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6935 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota Prius manages with 0.50 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Honda Civic with 4.70 L. The difference is about 4.20 L per 100 km.

Prius

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 Toyota Prius has a slightly edge – offering 223 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 39 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Prius is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 6.80 s, while the Honda Civic takes 7.80 s. That’s about 1 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Honda Civic performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 180 km/h, while the Toyota Prius tops out at 177 km/h. The difference is around 3 km/h.

Civic

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 barely noticeable lighter – 1517 kg compared to 1620 kg. The difference is around 103 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Honda Civic offers noticeable more room – 410 L compared to 284 L. That’s a difference of about 126 L.

When it comes to payload, Honda Civic minimal takes the win – 397 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 22 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Prius sits 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.

Honda Civic
Toyota Prius

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Prius

Toyota Prius

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 223 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.5 - 0.7 L
  • Electric Range : 72 - 86 km

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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Toyota Prius

The Prius glides through traffic like a wise commuter's secret weapon, balancing miserly running costs with an unflappable sense of reliability. It's not a thrill seeker, but its roomy cabin, sensible packaging and low-stress driving personality make it a brilliant choice for buyers who value peace of mind over pulse-raising performance.

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Honda Civic
Toyota Prius

Costs and Consumption

Price
32500 - 35500 £
Price
39400 - 45800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5 L
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 0.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
72 - 86 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
108 - 114 g/km
co2
12 - 17 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1517 - 1533 kg
Curb weight
1620 - 1630 kg
Trunk capacity
404 - 410 L
Trunk capacity
284 L
Length
4560 mm
Length
4599 mm
Width
1890 mm
Width
1782 mm
Height
1408 mm
Height
1470 mm
Max trunk capacity
1187 - 1220 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
348 - 397 kg
Payload
365 - 375 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 HP
Power HP
223 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.80 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
177 km/h
Torque
315 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 kW
Power kW
164 kW
Engine capacity
1993 cm3
Engine capacity
1998 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Honda
Brand
Toyota
What drivetrain options does the Honda Civic have?

The Honda Civic is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.