Compare performance (184 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (32500 £ vs 62200 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda Civic or Volvo S90?
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 clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 32500 £, while the Volvo S90 costs 62200 £. That’s a price difference of around 29743 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Volvo S90 manages with 0.80 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Honda Civic with 4.70 L. The difference is about 3.90 L per 100 km.
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 Volvo S90 has a significantly 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 S90 is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 4.70 s, while the Honda Civic takes 7.80 s. That’s about 3.10 s faster.
There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 180 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo S90 pulls clearly stronger with 709 Nm compared to 315 Nm. That’s about 394 Nm difference.
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 noticeable lighter – 1517 kg compared to 1912 kg. The difference is around 395 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Volvo S90 offers barely noticeable more room – 453 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 43 L.
When it comes to payload, Volvo S90 clearly perceptible takes the win – 518 kg compared to 397 kg. That’s a difference of about 121 kg.
Overall, the Volvo S90 shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
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.
detailsThe Volvo S90 is a composed, elegant luxury sedan that dresses Scandinavian restraint in a quietly imposing package. It prioritises serene highway manners and a calm, tech‑savvy cabin, making it a car that suggests you deserve the nicer things in life without ever raising its voice.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
32500 - 35500 £
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Price
62200 - 70500 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5 L
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Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 5.7 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
89 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
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co2
108 - 114 g/km
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co2
17 - 149 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 L
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Fuel tank capacity
60 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1517 - 1533 kg
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Curb weight
1912 - 2119 kg
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Trunk capacity
404 - 410 L
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Trunk capacity
431 - 453 L
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Length
4560 mm
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Length
4969 mm
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Width
1890 mm
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Width
1879 mm
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Height
1408 mm
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Height
1440 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1187 - 1220 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
348 - 397 kg
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Payload
451 - 518 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
184 HP
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Power HP
235 - 455 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
315 Nm
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Torque
480 - 709 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
135 kW
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Power kW
173 - 335 kW
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Engine capacity
1993 cm3
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Engine capacity
1969 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2022 - 2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
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Brand
Honda
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Brand
Volvo
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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.