Honda Civic vs Peugeot e-208
A detailed look at how two of Australia's most popular Hatchbacks compare on price, running costs, safety, and everyday livability.
Specifications and pricing correct at time of publishing. Prices are RRP before on-road costs unless stated otherwise. Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer before purchasing.
Price Breakdown
The Honda Civic starts from $35,900 before on-road costs, while the Peugeot e-208 opens at $63,000. That makes the Honda Civic the more affordable entry point by $27,100.
Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $39,490 and $69,300 respectively.
The Peugeot e-208 qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The Honda Civic, as a petrol model, does not qualify.
Safety Rundown
ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.
Feature Showdown
The Honda Civic features a 9-inch touchscreen paired with a 10.2-inch digital dash, while the Peugeot e-208 gets a 10-inch display and 10-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.
The Honda Civic stands out with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, wireless charging, Bose audio and ambient lighting that you will not find on the Peugeot e-208. The Peugeot e-208 counters with Apple CarPlay, head-up display and V2L. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.
Drivetrain
The Honda Civic uses a Petrol producing 131kW and 240Nm of torque, sent through a cvt to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 8.5 seconds.
The Peugeot e-208 responds with a Electric Motor making 115kW and 260Nm, paired to a automatic driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 8.2 seconds.
The Honda Civic has the clear power advantage at 131kW vs 115kW. In the real-world sprint, the Peugeot e-208 is 0.3s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.
Space & Comfort
The Honda Civic measures 4,549mm long on a 2,735mm wheelbase, 494mm longer than the Peugeot e-208 at 4,055mm (2,540mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Honda Civic generally means more rear legroom.
Boot space is 333L in the Honda Civic and 311L in the Peugeot e-208, giving the Honda Civic a 22L advantage.
Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
10.8m diameter
Good
Based on 10.8m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Turning circle ratings
True Cost to Own
Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.
Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Honda Civic) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Peugeot e-208). Both match on warranty length. Capped-price servicing: 5yr (Honda Civic)—.
Who Should Buy Which?
Buy the Honda Civic if: You want the lower entry price, prioritise performance, need more boot space, or prefer Honda's approach to design and ownership experience.
Buy the Peugeot e-208 if: You or prefer Peugeot's approach to design and ownership experience.
The Verdict
The Honda Civic takes 3 of 5 key spec categories and comes in at a lower price. The best pick depends on what you value most. Explore the full specs for each model below.
Common questions
Which is cheapest, Honda Civic and Peugeot e-208?
The Honda Civic is the cheapest at $35,900 before on-road costs. That undercuts the Peugeot e-208 by $27,100.
Which is the most fuel-efficient?
The Honda Civic uses the least fuel at 4.9L/100km on the combined cycle.
Which is safest?
They are evenly matched — Honda Civic all hold a 5-star ANCAP rating. Compare the active-safety features above to separate them.
Which has the most boot space?
The Honda Civic has the largest boot at 333L.
Which is the most powerful?
The Honda Civic makes the most power at 131kW. The Peugeot e-208 is quickest to 100km/h in 8.2s.
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Disclaimer: All information in this comparison was believed to be correct at the time of publishing (20 April 2026). Prices are manufacturer recommended retail prices (RRP) and may vary by state, dealer, and options. Driveaway costs include estimated on-road costs for Victoria. Fuel economy figures are WLTP/ADR combined cycle. Specifications can change without notice. Always verify with the manufacturer before making a purchase decision. CarSorted does not accept payment for recommendations.
Auto-generated from CarSorted's specification data · 20 April 2026
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