Honda Civic Type R vs Peugeot 308 PHEV 225

Comparison winners

4 metrics
0-100 winner Honda Civic Type R 5.4 s Runner-up: 7.5 s
Power winner Honda Civic Type R 329 hp Runner-up: 225 hp
Cargo winner Honda Civic Type R 410 L Runner-up: 361 L
Price winner Peugeot 308 PHEV 225 $42,000 Runner-up: $44,590

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2026 Honda Civic Type R against the 2025 Peugeot 308 PHEV 225. Both belong to the hatchback class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. One uses a petrol powertrain and the other a plug-in hybrid system, so range and consumption figures need to be read in that context.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2026 Honda Civic Type R has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 5.4 seconds, compared with 7.5 seconds for 2025 Peugeot 308 PHEV 225. 2026 Honda Civic Type R has the higher listed output at 329 hp; 2025 Peugeot 308 PHEV 225 is rated at 225 hp, a difference of 104 hp. The torque figures follow 2026 Honda Civic Type R at 420 Nm and 2025 Peugeot 308 PHEV 225 at 360 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

Range and energy-use figures are either not shared by both cars or not directly comparable across these powertrain types.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2026 Honda Civic Type R provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 410 litres versus 361 litres, a difference of 49 litres. 2026 Honda Civic Type R is 226 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 Peugeot 308 PHEV 225 has the lower listed starting price at $42,000, compared with $44,590 for 2026 Honda Civic Type R. 2026 Honda Civic Type R leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

Prepared by CarsbySpec from the structured specifications displayed on this page. Missing values are not estimated, and component figures are not treated as directly comparable system figures. Read the methodology.

Specification Honda Civic Type R2026 Peugeot 308 PHEV 2252025
Performance
0-100 km/h5.4 s7.5 s
Top Speed275 km/h235 km/h
Power329 hp225 hp
Torque420 Nm360 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range59 km
Battery12.4 kWh
Fuel Tank47 L43 L
Efficiency8.7 L/100km1.4 L/100km
CO2 Emissions198 g/km31 g/km
DC Charging24 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,593 mm4,367 mm
Ground Clearance130 mm130 mm
Cargo410 L361 L
Curb Weight1,430 kg1,650 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle11.9 m10.7 m
Starting MSRP$44,590$42,000

Honda Civic Type R vs Peugeot 308 PHEV 225 questions answered

Which is faster, the 2026 Honda Civic Type R or the 2025 Peugeot 308 PHEV 225?

2026 Honda Civic Type R is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 5.4 seconds, versus 7.5 seconds for 2025 Peugeot 308 PHEV 225.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2026 Honda Civic Type R or the 2025 Peugeot 308 PHEV 225?

2026 Honda Civic Type R has the higher listed top speed at 275 km/h (171 mph), compared with 235 km/h (146 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2026 Honda Civic Type R or the 2025 Peugeot 308 PHEV 225?

2026 Honda Civic Type R has more power at 329 hp, a 104 hp advantage over 2025 Peugeot 308 PHEV 225.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2026 Honda Civic Type R or the 2025 Peugeot 308 PHEV 225?

2026 Honda Civic Type R has more listed cargo space at 410 litres (14.5 cu ft), versus 361 litres (12.7 cu ft).

Which is heavier, the 2026 Honda Civic Type R or the 2025 Peugeot 308 PHEV 225?

2025 Peugeot 308 PHEV 225 is heavier at 1,650 kg (3,638 lb), while 2026 Honda Civic Type R is listed at 1,430 kg (3,153 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2026 Honda Civic Type R or the 2025 Peugeot 308 PHEV 225?

2025 Peugeot 308 PHEV 225 has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $42,000 USD, compared with $44,590 USD for 2026 Honda Civic Type R. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2026 Honda Civic Type R or the 2025 Peugeot 308 PHEV 225?

2026 Honda Civic Type R leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.