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Honda Civic vs Volvo S60 – Which car suits you better?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda Civic or Volvo S60?

Honda Civic

Volvo S60

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 distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 32500 £, while the Volvo S60 costs 42500 £. That’s a price difference of around 10029 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Volvo S60 manages with 0.70 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Honda Civic with 4.70 L. The difference is about 4 L per 100 km.

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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 Volvo S60 has a decisively edge – offering 455 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 271 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo S60 is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Honda Civic takes 7.80 s. That’s about 3.20 s faster.

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

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo S60 pulls significantly stronger with 709 Nm compared to 315 Nm. That’s about 394 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Honda Civic is to a small extent lighter – 1517 kg compared to 1715 kg. The difference is around 198 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Volvo S60 offers slight more room – 427 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 17 L.

When it comes to payload, Volvo S60 somewhat takes the win – 475 kg compared to 397 kg. That’s a difference of about 78 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Volvo S60 proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Volvo S60 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

Honda Civic
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Volvo S60

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 197 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.7 - 7.1 L
  • Electric Range : 94 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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Volvo S60

The Volvo S60 wears Scandinavian understatement like a tailored suit, pairing a serene cabin with composed handling that makes the daily commute feel unexpectedly civilized. For buyers after executive looks, rock‑solid safety and practical versatility — with a dash of discreet luxury — it's a persuasive pick that doesn't need to shout for attention.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
32500 - 35500 £
Price
42500 - 65100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5 L
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 7.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
94 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
co2
108 - 114 g/km
co2
16 - 161 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1517 - 1533 kg
Curb weight
1715 - 2039 kg
Trunk capacity
404 - 410 L
Trunk capacity
390 - 427 L
Length
4560 mm
Length
4778 mm
Width
1890 mm
Width
1850 mm
Height
1408 mm
Height
1431 mm
Max trunk capacity
1187 - 1220 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
348 - 397 kg
Payload
461 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 HP
Power HP
197 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
315 Nm
Torque
300 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 kW
Power kW
145 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1993 cm3
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2022 - 2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
Honda
Brand
Volvo

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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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