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Mercedes GLS vs Honda Civic comparison

Compare performance (404 HP vs 184 HP), boot space and price (92,700 £ vs 32,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLS or Honda Civic?

Mercedes GLS vs Honda Civic: Key differences

Mercedes GLS

  • clearly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Honda Civic

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • substantially 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

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Honda Civic is significantly cheaper – starting at 32,500 £ , while the Mercedes GLS costs 92,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 60,177 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Honda Civic uses 4.7 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mercedes GLS with 7.9 L/100km. The difference is about 3.2 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 GLS offers clearly more power – delivering 404 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 220 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLS is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the Honda Civic takes 7.8 s. That’s about 2.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLS delivers significantly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 315 Nm. That’s about 435 Nm more.

GLS

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.

Seats: Mercedes GLS offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Honda Civic is substantially lighter – 1,517 kg compared to 2,580 kg. The difference is around 1,063 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLS carries substantially more – 820 kg compared to 397 kg. That’s a difference of about 423 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Honda Civic 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 £32,500
Civic

Honda Civic

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 184 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.7 - 5 L/100km
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Mercedes GLS

The GLS — usually just called the GLS — is Mercedes' flagship SUV, wrapping limousine-like comfort and commanding road presence into a smart, family-ready package. It pampers occupants with a hushed cabin, premium materials and intuitive tech, while still managing to feel confident and a little indulgent on the daily commute.

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Honda Civic

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4.5 (4 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 GLS
Honda Civic

Costs and Consumption
Price
92,700 - 104,600 £
Price
32,500 - 35,500 £
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 9.9 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
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
206 - 226 g/km
co2
108 - 114 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,580 - 2,670 kg
Curb weight
1,517 - 1,533 kg
Trunk capacity
355 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,956 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
810 - 820 kg
Payload
348 - 397 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
336 - 404 HP
Power HP
184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 6.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
560 - 750 Nm
Torque
315 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
247 - 297 kW
Power kW
135 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,993 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Honda
Is the Mercedes GLS offered with different drivetrains?

The Mercedes GLS is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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