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Citroen C5 X vs Cadillac Lyriq comparison

Compare performance (145 HP vs 646 HP), boot space and price (39,400 £ vs 71,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 X or Cadillac Lyriq?

Citroen C5 X vs Cadillac Lyriq: Key differences

Citroen C5 X

4.2 (4 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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Cadillac Lyriq

  • considerably more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally more trunk space
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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:

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 significantly cheaper – starting at 39,400 £ , while the Cadillac Lyriq costs 71,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 31,714 £.

Lyriq

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 Cadillac Lyriq offers considerably more power – delivering 646 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 501 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Cadillac Lyriq is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Citroen C5 X takes 10.4 s. That’s about 6.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Cadillac Lyriq delivers significantly more torque with 880 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 650 Nm more.

C5 X

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Citroen C5 X is substantially lighter – 1,591 kg compared to 2,774 kg. The difference is around 1,183 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Cadillac Lyriq offers marginally more boot space – 588 L compared to 545 L. That’s a difference of about 43 L.

When it comes to payload, the Cadillac Lyriq carries very slightly more – 426 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 27 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Cadillac Lyriq stands well ahead of its rival 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 £71,100
Lyriq

Cadillac Lyriq

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 528 - 646 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 21.8 - 22.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 471 - 530 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

4.2 (4 Reviews)
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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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The Cadillac Lyriq arrives with bold, angular styling and a striking light signature that gives it real presence on the road without trying too hard. Inside, the Lyriq serves up a calm, tech-heavy cabin with premium touches and a relaxed driving experience that makes switching to electric feel less like a sacrifice and more like a quiet flex.

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Cadillac Lyriq

Costs and Consumption
Price
39,400 £
Price
71,100 - 93,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.8 - 22.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
471 - 530 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
116 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,591 kg
Curb weight
2,774 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
588 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,815 mm
Width
1,977 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
399 kg
Payload
426 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 HP
Power HP
528 - 646 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 5.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
230 Nm
Torque
610 - 880 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
107 kW
Power kW
388 - 475 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Cadillac
What drive types are available for the Citroen C5 X?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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