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Citroen C5 X vs BMW XM comparison

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

Citroen C5 X vs BMW XM: Key differences

Citroen C5 X

4.2 (4 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably lighter
  • very slightly more trunk space
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BMW XM

  • clearly more power
  • barely more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

C5 X

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Citroen C5 X is clearly 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 barely more efficient than the Citroen C5 X with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.4 L/100km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

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 significantly 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.

C5 X

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 considerably 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 very 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 markedly 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 is far ahead overall 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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Citroen C5 X

Citroen C5 X combines the poise of a sleek crossover with the practicality of an estate, delivering a calm, comfortable cabin that feels designed for long, relaxed journeys rather than racetrack drama. If you want a car that pampers passengers, swallows everyday luggage and glides over rough roads like a diplomat dodging awkward questions, this is your kind of transport.

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Reviews Citroen C5 X

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13 Jun 2026, 13:54:21

Value for money / comfort, space unbeatable — C5 X Shine, 4‑cylinder petrol with options... heated, electrically adjustable programmable seat, 2 years, 12,000 km, €23,000

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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
39,400 £
Price
116,100 - 159,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
78 - 80 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
116 g/km
co2
105 - 119 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
7
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,591 kg
Curb weight
2,695 - 2,795 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
527 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,815 mm
Width
2,005 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
399 kg
Payload
505 - 525 kg

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

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
Citroen
Brand
BMW
What drive types are available for the Citroen C5 X?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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