Hyundai Ioniq 6 vs Honda Civic: Running Costs in Western Australia
Data verified April 2025
At this driving profile, the Honda Civic is the more economical choice over 5 years in Western Australia.
Running only 15,000 km per year in Western Australia, the Hyundai Ioniq 6's higher purchase price doesn't fully pay back through lower running costs within 5 years. The Hyundai Ioniq 6 costs $116,503 in total versus $64,586 for the Honda Civic — a difference of $51,918. The numbers don't reach break-even within this holding period. If you drive significantly more km per year, or if petrol prices rise substantially, this comparison would shift. The Hyundai Ioniq 6 still avoids around 4,447 kg of CO₂ over the ownership period.
The economics don't stack up at this driving distance — increase annual km or extend the holding period to change the picture.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Hyundai Ioniq 6 cheaper than the Honda Civic over 5 years in Western Australia?
At 15,000 km/yr in Western Australia the Honda Civic is the cheaper option over 5 years: $64,586 total versus $116,503 for the Hyundai Ioniq 6. Use the calculator to adjust for your situation.
Does the Hyundai Ioniq 6 break even against the Honda Civic in Western Australia?
At 15,000 km/yr in Western Australia the Hyundai Ioniq 6 does not fully recover its price premium within a 5-year holding period. Higher annual km or an extended holding period would change this.
How much does it cost to charge the Hyundai Ioniq 6 vs fuel the Honda Civic per year in Western Australia?
At 15,000 km/yr in Western Australia, charging the Hyundai Ioniq 6 costs approximately $741/yr, versus $2,070/yr in petrol for the Honda Civic. Western Australia's electricity and fuel rates are applied automatically.