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BMW XM vs Citroen C5 X comparison

Compare performance (748 HP vs 145 HP), boot space and price (116,100 £ vs 39,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW XM or Citroen C5 X?

BMW XM vs Citroen C5 X: Key differences

BMW XM

  • clearly more power
  • very slightly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Citroen C5 X

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  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Citroen C5 X is considerably cheaper – starting at 39,400 £ , while the BMW XM costs 116,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 76,714 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW XM uses 4.7 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the Citroen C5 X with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.4 L/100km.

C5 X

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW XM offers clearly more power – delivering 748 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 603 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW XM is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Citroen C5 X takes 10.4 s. That’s about 6.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW XM delivers considerably more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 770 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: BMW XM offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Citroen C5 X is substantially lighter – 1,591 kg compared to 2,695 kg. The difference is around 1,104 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C5 X offers only slightly more boot space – 545 L compared to 527 L. That’s a difference of about 18 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW XM carries clearly more – 525 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 126 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW XM holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £116,100
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BMW XM

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 476 - 748 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.7 - 5.3 L/100km
  • Electric Range 78 - 80 km
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BMW XM

The BMW XM is an unapologetically bold flagship that fuses brash, hyper-styled presence with the kind of luxury that commands attention wherever it goes. Inside it's a leather-clad showpiece loaded with modern tech and a driving personality that blends theatrical muscle with refined grand-tourer composure—ideal for buyers who want drama and comfort in equal measure.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
116,100 - 159,300 £
Price
39,400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
78 - 80 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
105 - 119 g/km
co2
116 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,695 - 2,795 kg
Curb weight
1,591 kg
Trunk capacity
527 L
Trunk capacity
545 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
2,005 mm
Width
1,815 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
505 - 525 kg
Payload
399 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
476 - 748 HP
Power HP
145 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
700 - 1,000 Nm
Torque
230 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
350 - 550 kW
Power kW
107 kW
Engine capacity
2,998 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
BMW
Brand
Citroen
What drive types are available for the BMW XM?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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