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Honda Civic vs VW Tiguan - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (184 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (32500 £ vs 33300 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda Civic or VW Tiguan?

Honda Civic

VW Tiguan

3.8 (5 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Civic

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 minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 32500 £, while the VW Tiguan costs 33300 £. That’s a price difference of around 815 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Tiguan manages with 1.40 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Honda Civic with 4.70 L. The difference is about 3.30 L per 100 km.

Tiguan

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 Tiguan has a noticeable 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 Tiguan is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 5.90 s, while the Honda Civic takes 7.80 s. That’s about 1.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Tiguan performs evident better – reaching 242 km/h, while the Honda Civic tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 62 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Tiguan 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 slight lighter – 1517 kg compared to 1599 kg. The difference is around 82 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Tiguan offers noticeable more room – 652 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 242 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Tiguan performs distinct better – up to 1650 L, which is about 430 L more than the Honda Civic.

When it comes to payload, VW Tiguan noticeable takes the win – 533 kg compared to 397 kg. That’s a difference of about 136 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW Tiguan shows itself to be wins the duel decisively 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 £33,300
Tiguan

VW Tiguan

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 130 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.4 - 8.4 L
  • Electric Range : 118 - 126 km
Honda Civic
VW Tiguan

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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 Tiguan

3.8 (5 Reviews)
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The VW Tiguan blends sensible family practicality with a dash of German polish, delivering a calm, reassuring ride and a cabin that never feels like an afterthought. For buyers who want an SUV that’s easy to live with yet still nicely dressed, the Tiguan is the grown‑up choice that keeps a cheeky wink in reserve.

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Honda Civic
VW Tiguan
Civic
Tiguan

Costs and Consumption

Price
32500 - 35500 £
Price
33300 - 51900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5 L
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
118 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
108 - 114 g/km
co2
32 - 190 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1517 - 1533 kg
Curb weight
1599 - 1890 kg
Trunk capacity
404 - 410 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Length
4560 mm
Length
4539 mm
Width
1890 mm
Width
1842 - 1859 mm
Height
1408 mm
Height
1656 - 1658 mm
Max trunk capacity
1187 - 1220 L
Max trunk capacity
1486 - 1650 L
Payload
348 - 397 kg
Payload
460 - 533 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
130 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
210 - 242 km/h
Torque
315 Nm
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 kW
Power kW
96 - 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, F, 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.