Honda Civic Type R (FL5)
Hatchback · Gasoline · FWD
vs
BMW 223i Active Tourer
Hatchback · Gasoline · FWD
Honda Civic Type R (FL5)
Car A
Honda Civic Type R (FL5)
The Civic Type R (FL5) mixes serious performance from its 2.0L turbo FWD setup with real-world usability, seating five and offering a 410 L trunk. It suits drivers who want a quick family compact and can accept higher fuel use and FWD limitations in winter.
5 seatsHatchbackGasoline5-star safety320 hp
BMW 223i Active Tourer
Car B
BMW 223i Active Tourer
BMW 223i Active Tourer balances city-friendly efficiency with brisk acceleration, making it a sensible choice for small families. It offers good value in its segment, though limited cargo room and FWD traction may not suit cargo-heavy use or harsh winters.
5 seatsHatchbackGasoline5-star safety5.9 L/100km
Why compared cross brandsame body typesame powertrainsame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 55 / 55
City 50 / 59
Budget / value 38 / 48
Road trip 41 / 41
Performance 37 / 29
Cargo 22 / 22
Practical 33 / 39
Premium 29 / 45
Winter 26 / 26

Scores out of 100. Blue = Honda Civic Type R (FL5) · Orange = BMW 223i Active Tourer

Specs side-by-side

Spec Honda Civic Type R (FL5) BMW 223i Active Tourer
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Pros & cons

Honda Civic Type R (FL5)

  • Strong performance for its class with 320 hp, 0–100 km/h in 5.4 s, and 275 km/h top speed
  • Seats five with a practical 410 L trunk for family duties and road trips
  • Strong safety standing in its class
  • Good value in its segment at this price point

BMW 223i Active Tourer

  • Efficient for its class (5.9 L/100 km combined) for cost-conscious city commuting
  • Quick 0–100 km/h in 6.9 s for confident merging and overtakes
  • Practical five-seat layout with a usable 405 L trunk for everyday needs
  • Strong safety ranking signal supports family-focused peace of mind

Verdict

Pick Honda Civic Type R (FL5) if…
Efficiency & everyday ease
Honda Civic Type R (FL5) is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your priority.
Pick BMW 223i Active Tourer if…
Performance & capability
BMW 223i Active Tourer is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

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