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Honda Civic vs Volvo XC60 comparison

Compare performance (184 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (32,500 £ vs 58,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda Civic or Volvo XC60?

Honda Civic vs Volvo XC60: Key differences

Honda Civic

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • significantly lighter
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Volvo XC60

4.7 (7 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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:

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

Honda Civic is substantially cheaper – starting at 32,500 £ , while the Volvo XC60 costs 58,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,792 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo XC60 uses 1.6 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Honda Civic with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 3.1 L/100km.

XC60

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 Volvo XC60 offers clearly more power – delivering 406 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 222 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC60 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Honda Civic takes 7.8 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo XC60 delivers considerably more torque with 669 Nm compared to 315 Nm. That’s about 354 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, Honda Civic is significantly lighter – 1,517 kg compared to 2,150 kg. The difference is around 633 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC60 carries markedly more – 510 kg compared to 397 kg. That’s a difference of about 113 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo XC60 holds a decisive overall lead 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 £58,300
XC60

Volvo XC60

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 335 - 406 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 79 km
Honda Civic
Volvo XC60

Costs and Consumption

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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 XC60

The Volvo XC60 blends Scandinavian calm with confident presence, offering a cabin that feels plush without shouting for attention. It’s a smart pick for buyers after a composed ride, clever practicality and thoughtful safety touches — it even makes running the family shuttle feel almost serene, which is a small miracle.

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Honda Civic
Volvo XC60

Costs and Consumption

Price
32,500 - 35,500 £
Price
58,300 - 71,400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
79 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
108 - 114 g/km
co2
59 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,517 - 1,533 kg
Curb weight
2,150 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,902 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
348 - 397 kg
Payload
510 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
335 - 406 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
315 Nm
Torque
589 - 669 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 kW
Power kW
247 - 299 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Honda
Brand
Volvo
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