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Mercedes C-Class Saloon vs Honda Civic comparison

Compare performance (680 HP vs 184 HP), boot space and price (41,300 £ vs 32,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes C-Class Saloon or Honda Civic?

Mercedes C-Class Saloon vs Honda Civic: Key differences

Mercedes C-Class Saloon

  • significantly more power
  • barely more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Honda Civic

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • somewhat lighter
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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

C-Class Saloon

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Honda Civic is markedly cheaper – starting at 32,500 £ , while the Mercedes C-Class Saloon costs 41,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,840 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes C-Class Saloon uses 4.5 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the Honda Civic with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.

Civic

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon offers significantly more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 496 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Honda Civic takes 7.8 s. That’s about 4.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes C-Class Saloon delivers significantly more torque with 1,020 Nm compared to 315 Nm. That’s about 705 Nm more.

C-Class Saloon

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Honda Civic is somewhat lighter – 1,517 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 178 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon carries markedly more – 570 kg compared to 397 kg. That’s a difference of about 173 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes C-Class Saloon is decisively ahead 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 £41,300
C-Class Saloon

Mercedes C-Class Saloon

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 183 - 680 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.5 - 9 L/100km
  • Electric Range 11 km
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Mercedes C-Class Saloon

The Mercedes C‑Class is the compact executive that dresses like it owns the boulevard, with an interior that blends modern elegance and plush comfort to make everyday driving feel unexpectedly special. On the road it pairs poise with a hint of cheeky agility, rewarding drivers who want refinement without forfeiting a touch of fun — and yes, it still looks great in the driveway.

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Reviews Mercedes C-Class Saloon

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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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Reviews Honda Civic

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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Galym
6 Feb 2026, 11:09:51

I used to have a petrol Civic and recently had the chance to drive the Civic hybrid. What a difference! Of course you’ve got to buy it! It’s a car that puts a big grin on your face behind the wheel. Sporty, eye-catching design.

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Mercedes C-Class Saloon
Honda Civic

Costs and Consumption
Price
41,300 - 103,400 £
Price
32,500 - 35,500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
11 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
119 - 205 g/km
co2
108 - 114 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,165 kg
Curb weight
1,517 - 1,533 kg
Trunk capacity
280 - 455 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,820 - 1,900 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
485 - 570 kg
Payload
348 - 397 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
183 - 680 HP
Power HP
184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 1,020 Nm
Torque
315 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 - 500 kW
Power kW
135 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,993 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Honda
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes C-Class Saloon have?

The Mercedes C-Class Saloon is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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