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Honda Civic vs VW Golf Variant - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (184 HP vs 333 HP), boot space and price (32500 £ vs 26100 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda Civic or VW Golf Variant?

Honda Civic

VW Golf Variant

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

VW Golf Variant has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 26100 £, while the Honda Civic costs 32500 £. That’s a price difference of around 6347 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Golf Variant manages with 4.30 L and is therefore barely noticeable more efficient than the Honda Civic with 4.70 L. The difference is about 0.40 L per 100 km.

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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 VW Golf Variant has a convincingly edge – offering 333 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 149 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf Variant 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 VW Golf Variant performs noticeable better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Honda Civic tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Golf Variant pulls distinct stronger with 420 Nm compared to 315 Nm. That’s about 105 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.

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, VW Golf Variant is somewhat lighter – 1366 kg compared to 1517 kg. The difference is around 151 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Golf Variant offers distinct more room – 611 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 201 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Golf Variant performs evident better – up to 1642 L, which is about 422 L more than the Honda Civic.

When it comes to payload, VW Golf Variant clearly perceptible takes the win – 547 kg compared to 397 kg. That’s a difference of about 150 kg.

Who wins the race?

The VW Golf Variant proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW Golf Variant is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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VW Golf Variant

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 333 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.3 - 8.2 L
Honda Civic
VW Golf Variant

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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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VW Golf Variant

The Golf Estate packs Volkswagen's familiar poise into a practical, grown-up estate that quietly makes everyday life easier without shouting for attention. It's clever, comfortable and roomy enough for weekend kit or family chaos, offering smart packaging and refined manners that make it a sensible and surprisingly stylish choice for buyers who need space but don't want a van.

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Honda Civic
VW Golf Variant
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Costs and Consumption

Price
32500 - 35500 £
Price
26100 - 48700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5 L
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 8.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
108 - 114 g/km
co2
114 - 185 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 55 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
1366 - 1621 kg
Trunk capacity
404 - 410 L
Trunk capacity
611 L
Length
4560 mm
Length
4631 - 4651 mm
Width
1890 mm
Width
1789 mm
Height
1408 mm
Height
1462 - 1487 mm
Max trunk capacity
1187 - 1220 L
Max trunk capacity
1624 - 1642 L
Payload
348 - 397 kg
Payload
489 - 547 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 HP
Power HP
116 - 333 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
202 - 250 km/h
Torque
315 Nm
Torque
220 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 kW
Power kW
85 - 245 kW
Engine capacity
1993 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G, F, C
Brand
Honda
Brand
VW
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.