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Porsche Cayman vs Honda Civic comparison

Compare performance (500 HP vs 184 HP), boot space and price (136,000 £ vs 32,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Porsche Cayman or Honda Civic?

Porsche Cayman vs Honda Civic: Key differences

Porsche Cayman

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

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
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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:

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 is clearly cheaper – starting at 32,500 £ , while the Porsche Cayman costs 136,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 103,543 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Honda Civic uses 4.7 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Porsche Cayman with 13 L/100km. The difference is about 8.3 L/100km.

Civic

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 Porsche Cayman offers clearly more power – delivering 500 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 316 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Cayman 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 Porsche Cayman delivers noticeably more torque with 450 Nm compared to 315 Nm. That’s about 135 Nm more.

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: Honda Civic offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Porsche Cayman is marginally lighter – 1,490 kg compared to 1,517 kg. The difference is around 27 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Honda Civic carries clearly more – 397 kg compared to 281 kg. That’s a difference of about 116 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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The Porsche Cayman stands out as a quintessential sports car, blending sleek design with dynamic handling. Its mid-engine layout provides an excellent balance and sharp agility that driving enthusiasts crave. Inside, the Cayman offers a refined and driver-focused interior, ensuring that every journey is an exhilarating experience.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
136,000 £
Price
32,500 - 35,500 £
Consumption L/100km
13 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
295 g/km
co2
108 - 114 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
54 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,490 kg
Curb weight
1,517 - 1,533 kg
Trunk capacity
184 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,456 mm
Length
-
Width
1,822 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
1,267 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
272 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
281 kg
Payload
348 - 397 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
500 HP
Power HP
184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Max Speed
315 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
450 Nm
Torque
315 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
368 kW
Power kW
135 kW
Engine capacity
3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
1,993 cm3

General
Model Year
2021
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Porsche
Brand
Honda
What drivetrain options does the Porsche Cayman have?

The Porsche Cayman is available as Rear-Wheel Drive.

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