2025 Honda Civic vs. 2024 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Review

Picture of the 2025 Honda Civic

2025 Honda
Civic

MSRP*: $24,250 to $26,250
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Picture of the 2024 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

2024 Mercedes-Benz
C-Class

MSRP*: $46,950 to $48,950
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MPG - City 31 - 32 MPG 23 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy 39 - 41 MPG 33 - 36 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 150-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 255-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 150 hp 255 hp
Exterior Length 184.8 in 187.0 in
Exterior Width 70.9 in 74.4 in
Leg Room Front 42.3 in
Rear 37.4 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 36.0 in
Head Room Front 39.3 in
Rear 37.1 in
Front 40.0 in
Rear 37.5 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
The Honda Civic offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Mercedes-Benz C-Class. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the Honda Civic and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class in the front seats.

Convenience
With the Mercedes-Benz C-Class you will definitely be making less frequent stops at the gas station than with the Honda Civic, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Based on MSRP, the Honda Civic is clearly a better financial choice over the Mercedes-Benz C-Class.

Dimensions
Since the Honda Civic is much slimmer than the Mercedes-Benz C-Class, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. When looking at overall length, the Honda Civic takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Mercedes-Benz C-Class.

Handling
The Honda Civic has a smaller turning radius than the Mercedes-Benz C-Class, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Honda Civic is significantly less powerful than the Mercedes-Benz C-Class. The good news is that, reportedly, cars with lower horsepower engines often have lower insurance premiums.

Powertrain
The Honda Civic has much less torque than the Mercedes-Benz C-Class, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Honda Civic and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class.