Honda is one of those brands that just gets on with it. No flashy gimmicks, no outlandish promises – just well-engineered, reliable cars that tend to quietly impress anyone who owns one. From the clever hybrid tech in the Civic to the Tardis-like interior of the Jazz, Honda has built a reputation for making cars that are thoughtfully designed, efficient to run, and built to last. It's a formula that has earned the Japanese manufacturer a fiercely loyal following in the UK, and for good reason.
The current line-up is arguably the strongest it's been in years. Whether you're after a practical family hatchback, a compact SUV, or even a stylish sports coupe, there's a Honda to suit. Every model now features some form of electrified powertrain, which keeps running costs impressively low, and the brand's commitment to build quality and reliability remains second to none. So, which Hondas are worth your hard-earned cash? We've rounded up the best cars and SUVs the company currently offers.
About this guide
The cars in this guide have been selected to represent the best options currently available. Our recommendations are the result of a unique three-part scoring system that takes into account real-world tests from our team of expert reviewers, ratings from real-life owners who live with these cars every day, and an analysis of market data from CarGurus UK to identify which models offer the highest percentage of good and great deals. This combined approach ensures our list highlights cars that are not only great to own but also good value to buy.
The Best Honda Cars and SUVs
- 2026 Honda Civic
- 2026 Honda Jazz
- 2026 Honda CR-V
- 2026 Honda HR-V
- 2026 Honda Prelude
- 2026 Honda ZR-V
- 2026 Honda e:Ny1
CarGurus expert rating: 4 out of 5
CarGurus user rating: 4.7 out of 5
Percentage of good/great deals available on CarGurus: 31.7%
Overall CarGurus rating: 4.4 out of 5
| Pros |
Cons |
| Smooth and efficient hybrid system |
Rear headroom and boot space tighter than on previous Civic |
| Comfortable and refined to drive |
Performance only so-so |
| Pleasant interior and lots of standard equipment |
Purchase prices are rather high |
The latest, 11th-generation Honda Civic is a masterclass in efficiency and clever packaging. Available exclusively as a self-charging hybrid, it pairs a 2.0-litre petrol engine with two electric motors to produce a healthy 181bhp, all while achieving an official fuel economy figure of over 60mpg. While the hybrid system means the boot is slightly smaller than its predecessor, the 410-litre capacity is still more generous than key rivals like the Volkswagen Golf and Ford Focus. Inside, rear passengers are treated to impressive legroom, making it a genuinely practical choice for families, even if headroom is a little tighter for those over six feet tall.
It's not just practical, the Civic is also a genuinely pleasant car to spend time in. The interior quality has taken a huge leap forward, with a classy design and premium-feeling materials throughout. Honda has also wisely kept physical dials for the climate controls, which is a welcome touch. On the road, the Civic is impressively smooth and refined, soaking up bumps with ease, yet it remains agile and responsive when you show it a corner. All models come generously equipped, with a sharp touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and a full suite of Honda's SENSING safety aids included as standard.
The CarGurus Verdict: "The 11th-generation Civic offers an appealing blend of practicality, solid build quality, and a classy interior finish. It's also a pleasant car to drive, with impressive comfort, decent agility, and an excellent hybrid system." - Ivan Aistrop, senior editor
Read our full Honda Civic review
CarGurus expert rating: 4 out of 5
CarGurus user rating: 4.6 out of 5
Percentage of good/great deals available on CarGurus: 30.7%
Overall CarGurus rating: 4.4 out of 5
| Pros |
Cons |
| Space and clever seating make the Jazz very practical |
Rivals from Renault and Toyota have longer warranties |
| Slick infotainment system |
Not as much fun to drive as a Ford Fiesta |
| Expect very good reliability |
Noisy petrol engine and CVT combo |
The Honda Jazz has always been the supermini for people who need a super-sized boot. While it competes with cars like the Ford Fiesta, its tall, MPV-like shape creates a Tardis-like interior. The headline act is Honda's 'magic seats' in the back, which flip up like cinema seats, allowing you to carry tall items where passengers would normally sit. Even with the seats in place, the boot is a very useful 304 litres, and the low loading lip makes getting heavy items in and out a doddle. It's arguably the most practical and versatile small car you can buy.
Every Mk4 Jazz comes with a clever self-charging hybrid powertrain. It's at its best around town, where the car can run silently on electric power, making it quiet, relaxing, and easy to drive. Visibility is fantastic, too, thanks to the big windows. The hybrid system is very efficient, capable of returning between 55-60mpg in normal driving. The only real downside is that the petrol engine can get quite noisy when you accelerate hard, a common trait of cars with CVT automatic gearboxes, but for most journeys, it's a smooth and composed companion.
The CarGurus Verdict: "The Honda Jazz makes no bones about the fact it puts practicality first. Granted, it isn't all that exciting to drive, but it doesn't really need to be." - Alex Robbins, senior car reviewer
Read our full Honda Jazz review
CarGurus expert rating: 4 out of 5
CarGurus user rating: 4.3 out of 5
Percentage of good/great deals available on CarGurus: 33.7%
Overall CarGurus rating: 4.3 out of 5
| Pros |
Cons |
| Efficient hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains |
Rivals are cheaper to buy |
| Very roomy interior |
Hybrid is noisy when accelerating hard |
| Big and practical boot |
Infotainment now lags behind best in class |
The Honda CR-V has been a staple of the family SUV scene for decades, and this latest version is the biggest and most premium yet. Available only as a hybrid, Honda is aiming this CR-V at buyers who might otherwise consider an Audi Q5 or BMW X3. Practicality is where the CR-V really shines, with limo-like legroom for rear passengers and a truly massive boot. The plug-in hybrid e:PHEV model boasts a huge 617-litre capacity, while even the regular all-wheel-drive e:HEV hybrid offers a very generous 587 litres. With sliding and reclining rear seats, it's a masterclass in versatile family transport.
Under the bonnet, you get a choice of a regular 'self-charging' hybrid or a plug-in hybrid (PHEV), both using a 2.0-litre petrol engine and two electric motors. The PHEV is the star for efficiency, offering an impressive official electric-only range of up to 50 miles, which is great for school runs and commutes. The system is smooth and quiet, especially around town where it runs on electric power much of the time. Performance is enough for relaxed progress, and the suspension does a great job of soaking up bumps, making for a calm and composed ride on most roads.
The CarGurus Verdict: "Since the launch of the 1990s original, the Honda CR-V has been synonymous with practical and dependable family transport – if not a great deal of excitement. This latest model continues that trend, only this time with a greater sense of luxury and more advanced technology than before." - Séan Ward, contributor
Read our full Honda CR-V review
CarGurus expert rating: 3 out of 5
CarGurus user rating: 5.0 out of 5
Percentage of good/great deals available on CarGurus: 31.2%
Overall CarGurus rating: 4.2 out of 5
| Pros |
Cons |
| Clever Magic Seats in the rear |
Small boot by class standards |
| Lots of standard equipment |
Hybrid powertrain feels unresponsive |
| Low running costs |
Cramped rear headroom |
The Honda HR-V is a masterclass in clever packaging, a long-held Honda strength. While its 319-litre boot is smaller than some rivals, it more than makes up for it with the ingenious 'Magic Seats' in the back. These can fold completely flat or flip up like cinema seats, allowing you to carry tall items in the rear footwells – a feature you'll wonder how you ever lived without. The cabin itself feels sophisticated and solidly built, and even the entry-level Elegance model comes generously equipped with a 9.0-inch touchscreen, heated front seats, and a reversing camera, making it a very pleasant place to be.
Under the bonnet, every HR-V uses Honda's e:HEV self-charging hybrid system. The 1.5-litre petrol engine and electric motors produce a combined 129bhp, which is geared more towards efficiency than outright pace. The reward for this approach is an impressive official fuel economy figure of 52.3mpg, making it a cheap car to run. On the road, the suspension does a great job of soaking up bumps, creating a settled and civilised ride, particularly on the motorway. Plus, with a full suite of safety kit including adaptive cruise control and lane-keep assist as standard, it's a reassuringly safe choice for a small family SUV.
The CarGurus Verdict: "There's plenty to like about the latest Honda HR-V, not least its comfort, its quality, its generous luxury and safety equipment and its fiendishly clever back seats. Once you've used them, you'll wonder how you ever managed without them." - CarGurus Editorial Team
Read our full Honda HR-V review
CarGurus expert rating: 4 out of 5
CarGurus user rating: Insufficient user reviews
Percentage of good/great deals available on CarGurus: 0.0%
Overall CarGurus rating: 3.8 out of 5
| Pros |
Cons |
| Great to drive |
Hybrid powertrain sometimes behaves strangely |
| Glamorous to look at |
Limited practicality |
| Affordable to run |
Won't be fast enough for some |
The Honda Prelude is back! After a 25-year hiatus, Honda has revived the name for a sleek new sports coupe. Based on the excellent Civic platform, the Prelude carves out a unique niche for itself as an affordable, stylish 2+2 with a self-charging hybrid powertrain. In a market where two-door coupes are a rarity, it offers a glamorous alternative to hot hatches or more expensive sports cars. For a coupe, it's surprisingly practical, too. While the rear seats are best for kids or bags, the hatchback boot offers a useful 264 litres of space, expanding to an impressive 663 litres with the seats down.
Under the bonnet, the Prelude uses a clever hybrid system combining a 2.0-litre petrol engine with an electric motor to produce 181bhp. It's the electric motor that does most of the work, giving instant response, while a special 'S+ Shift' mode can simulate gear changes for a more engaging feel. A 0-62mph time of 8.2 seconds might not sound thrilling, but the Prelude's magic lies in its handling. With beautifully weighted steering, a poised chassis, and powerful Brembo brakes, it's a joy to drive on any road, proving you don't need huge power to have fun. It's efficient, too, easily achieving over 45mpg.
The CarGurus Verdict: "We really like the Honda Prelude. It's such a departure from most modern cars, weighing only 1,480kg, and taking the attitude that you don't need huge power output to have fun." - Chris Knapman, editorial director
Read our full Honda Prelude review
CarGurus expert rating: 3 out of 5
CarGurus user rating: Insufficient user reviews
Percentage of good/great deals available on CarGurus: 34%
Overall CarGurus rating: 3.6 out of 5
| Pros |
Cons |
| Spacious interior |
Disappointing fuel economy |
| Generous standard equipment |
Petrol engine can be noisy |
| Comfortable and easy to drive |
Some materials feel less premium than price suggests |
The ZR-V is Honda's attempt to plug the gap between the smaller HR-V and the larger CR-V, taking on big-hitters like the Nissan Qashqai and Kia Sportage. It's based on the excellent Civic hatchback, which is a great starting point, and you can see the family resemblance in the high-quality and user-friendly interior. While it offers generous space for passengers in the back seats, the boot is a bit of a letdown. At 380 litres, it's not only smaller than key rivals but also less spacious than the Civic it's based on.
Under the bonnet, you'll find the same 2.0-litre self-charging hybrid powertrain from the Civic, producing 181bhp. It makes for a relaxed and easy driving experience, with enough poke to get up to motorway speeds without any fuss. The car automatically shuffles between electric and petrol power smoothly, though the engine can get a bit noisy when you work it hard. The ZR-V is comfortable and composed on the road, but it carries a fair bit more weight than the Civic, which blunts its agility and also means fuel economy isn't quite as impressive, at just under 50mpg.
The CarGurus Verdict: "Honda has got plenty right with the ZR-V. It's a very capable all-rounder with smart styling, a comfortable driving experience, and sturdy build quality. However, its extra weight means it has neither the handling sparkle nor the impressive fuel economy of the Civic hatchback." - Gavin Braithwaite-Smith, contributor
Read our full Honda ZR-V review
CarGurus expert rating: 2 out of 5
CarGurus user rating: Insufficient user reviews
Percentage of good/great deals available on CarGurus: 32.8%
Overall CarGurus rating: 3.5 out of 5
| Pros |
Cons |
| Finance deals can look attractive |
Disappointing real world range |
| Compact dimensions |
Small boot |
| Good visibility |
Expensive to buy outright |
Honda has been a bit late to the EV party, and the e:Ny1 is its attempt to muscle into the hugely competitive electric family SUV market. It's a slick-looking crossover that's a similar size to the popular Honda HR-V, but it runs purely on electricity. A single powertrain option offers a 201bhp motor and a battery that's good for an official range of 256 miles. However, for a car aimed at families, it stumbles on a key practical point: the boot. At just 361 litres, it's smaller than what you'd find in a Volkswagen Golf, which could be a deal-breaker for anyone needing to haul buggies and family clutter.
On the road, the e:Ny1 is easy and comfortable to drive, even if it won't set your pulse racing. Inside, the cabin is dominated by a huge 15.1-inch touchscreen, and even the entry-level Elegance model comes generously equipped with heated seats and a full suite of safety kit. While its high list price and practical shortfalls make it a tough sell as a cash purchase, it's a different story on PCP finance. Honda has been offering some very aggressive monthly deals, which could make the e:Ny1 a surprisingly affordable and stylish left-field choice if you can live with its compromises.
The CarGurus Verdict: "We'd only really recommend choosing it over rivals if you can find a huge discount or a finance deal to shame everything else." - Vicky Parrott, contributing editor
Read our full Honda e:Ny1 review
FAQ
Are Honda cars reliable?
Honda has long been regarded as one of the most reliable car manufacturers in the world. The brand consistently performs well in owner satisfaction surveys and independent reliability studies, with its engines and hybrid systems proving particularly durable. A strong dealer network and readily available parts also mean that servicing and repairs tend to be straightforward and reasonably priced.
Are Honda hybrids worth it?
Absolutely. Honda's e:HEV self-charging hybrid system is one of the cleverest on the market. It doesn't need plugging in, yet it can run on electric power alone at lower speeds, which makes it exceptionally efficient around town. Real-world fuel economy figures from models like the Civic and Jazz regularly exceed 50mpg, which translates into genuinely low running costs compared with conventional petrol or diesel alternatives.
Which is the best Honda SUV?
That depends on your needs. The CR-V is the pick if you want maximum space and the option of a plug-in hybrid, while the HR-V is ideal for those who want a smaller, more city-friendly crossover with clever interior packaging. The ZR-V sits between the two and offers a good balance of size, comfort, and equipment, making it a solid all-rounder for families.
Is the Honda Civic a good family car?
The Civic is an excellent family car. Its 410-litre boot is larger than you'll find in a Volkswagen Golf or Ford Focus, and there's generous legroom for rear passengers. The hybrid powertrain keeps fuel bills low, and every model comes loaded with safety kit. The only minor caveat is that rear headroom can be a touch tight for taller adults, thanks to the car's swooping roofline.
Is the Honda e:Ny1 worth buying?
The e:Ny1 is a mixed bag. It's comfortable to drive, well equipped, and Honda has been offering some very competitive finance deals that make it surprisingly affordable on a monthly basis. However, its real-world range falls short of the best electric rivals, and the boot is on the small side for a family SUV. If you can find a strong deal and the range suits your daily driving needs, it's worth considering, but do compare it carefully against alternatives like the Hyundai Kona Electric.
Does Honda offer a plug-in hybrid?
Yes. The Honda CR-V is available as a plug-in hybrid (e:PHEV), offering an official electric-only range of up to 50 miles. This makes it well suited to short daily commutes and school runs on electric power alone, while the petrol engine provides peace of mind for longer journeys. The rest of the Honda range uses self-charging hybrid technology, which doesn't require plugging in.
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