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Honda Civic vs VW Passat - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (184 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (32500 £ vs 35700 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda Civic or VW Passat?

Honda Civic

VW Passat

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

Civic

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 slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 32500 £, while the VW Passat costs 35700 £. That’s a price difference of around 3249 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Passat manages with 1.20 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Honda Civic with 4.70 L. The difference is about 3.50 L per 100 km.

Passat

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 VW Passat has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 272 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 88 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Passat is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 5.80 s, while the Honda Civic takes 7.80 s. That’s about 2 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Passat performs evident 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 Passat pulls distinct stronger with 400 Nm compared to 315 Nm. That’s about 85 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, Honda Civic is barely noticeable lighter – 1517 kg compared to 1573 kg. The difference is around 56 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Passat offers clearly more room – 690 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 280 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Passat performs noticeable better – up to 1920 L, which is about 700 L more than the Honda Civic.

When it comes to payload, VW Passat distinct takes the win – 577 kg compared to 397 kg. That’s a difference of about 180 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW Passat shows itself to be is largely superior 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.

from about £35,700
Passat

VW Passat

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 122 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.2 - 8 L
  • Electric Range : 124 - 135 km
Honda Civic
VW Passat

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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 Passat

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The VW Passat is the grown-up family car that gets the basics absolutely right — roomy, comfortable and built to handle weekday commutes and weekend getaways without fuss. It won't set your pulse racing, but its calm composure and sensible packaging make it boring in the best possible way: a dependable, no‑drama choice for buyers who value practicality over flash.

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Honda Civic
VW Passat
Civic
Passat

Costs and Consumption

Price
32500 - 35500 £
Price
35700 - 58500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5 L
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
124 - 135 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
108 - 114 g/km
co2
28 - 181 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 66 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
1573 - 1858 kg
Trunk capacity
404 - 410 L
Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
Length
4560 mm
Length
4917 mm
Width
1890 mm
Width
1849 mm
Height
1408 mm
Height
1521 mm
Max trunk capacity
1187 - 1220 L
Max trunk capacity
1770 - 1920 L
Payload
348 - 397 kg
Payload
501 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 HP
Power HP
122 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
212 - 250 km/h
Torque
315 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 kW
Power kW
90 - 200 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
G, D, E, B
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.