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Honda Civic vs Volvo V90 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (184 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (32500 £ vs 62300 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda Civic or Volvo V90?

Honda Civic

Volvo V90

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

Civic @ Honda Motor Co., Ltd.

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Honda Civic has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 32500 £, while the Volvo V90 costs 62300 £. That’s a price difference of around 29820 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Volvo V90 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.

V90 @ Volvo Cars

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 V90 has a clearly 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 V90 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the Honda Civic takes 7.80 s. That’s about 3 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the performs better – reaching , while the tops out at . The difference is around .

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo V90 pulls significantly stronger with 709 Nm compared to 315 Nm. That’s about 394 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: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Honda Civic is noticeable lighter – 1517 kg compared to 2075 kg. The difference is around 558 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Volvo V90 offers slightly more room – 488 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 78 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Volvo V90 performs a bit better – up to 1454 L, which is about 234 L more than the Honda Civic.

When it comes to payload, Volvo V90 noticeable takes the win – 515 kg compared to 397 kg. That’s a difference of about 118 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Volvo V90 proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Volvo V90 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £62,300
V90 @ Volvo Cars

Volvo V90

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 398 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.80 L
  • Electric Range : 88 km
Honda Civic
Volvo V90

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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 V90

The Volvo V90 blends Scandinavian elegance with estate practicality, delivering a composed ride and an interior that's both luxurious and perfectly sensible. Packed with clever storage and top-flight safety kit, it's the choice for buyers who want to look classy while hauling life's chaos — without making a fuss about it.

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Honda Civic
Volvo V90
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V90 @ Volvo Cars

Costs and Consumption

Price
32500 - 35500 £
Price
62300 - 71700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5 L
Consumption L/100km
0.80 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
88 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
co2
108 - 114 g/km
co2
18 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1517 - 1533 kg
Curb weight
2075 kg
Trunk capacity
404 - 410 L
Trunk capacity
488 L
Length
4560 mm
Length
4945 mm
Width
1890 mm
Width
1879 mm
Height
1408 mm
Height
1472 mm
Max trunk capacity
1187 - 1220 L
Max trunk capacity
1454 L
Payload
348 - 397 kg
Payload
515 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 HP
Power HP
398 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 5.5 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
315 Nm
Torque
659 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 kW
Power kW
293 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1993 cm3
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Honda
Brand
Volvo
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.