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Citroen C5 X vs Ford Mustang Mach-E comparison

Compare performance (145 HP vs 487 HP), boot space and price (36,900 £ vs 48,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 X or Ford Mustang Mach-E?

Citroen C5 X vs Ford Mustang Mach-E: Key differences

Citroen C5 X

4 (3 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • markedly lighter
  • marginally more trunk space
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Ford Mustang Mach-E

3.4 (3 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • 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:

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 markedly cheaper – starting at 36,900 £ , while the Ford Mustang Mach-E costs 48,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,520 £.

Mustang Mach-E

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 Ford Mustang Mach-E offers considerably more power – delivering 487 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 342 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Mustang Mach-E 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 Ford Mustang Mach-E delivers clearly more torque with 950 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 720 Nm more.

C5 X

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Citroen C5 X is markedly lighter – 1,591 kg compared to 2,161 kg. The difference is around 570 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C5 X offers marginally more boot space – 545 L compared to 519 L. That’s a difference of about 26 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Mustang Mach-E carries slightly more – 450 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 51 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Mustang Mach-E is clearly superior 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 £48,400
Mustang Mach-E

Ford Mustang Mach-E

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 268 - 487 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.7 - 21 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 470 - 600 km
Citroen C5 X
Ford Mustang Mach-E

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Ford Mustang Mach-E

The Mustang Mach-E proves an electric SUV can be both playful and practical, with the Mustang name bringing muscle-car charisma to a family-friendly package. It delivers eager performance, a comfortable cabin, and a slick infotainment setup that keeps daily driving fun — and yes, you’ll still get admiring glances at the lights.

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Citroen C5 X
Ford Mustang Mach-E

Costs and Consumption

Price
36,900 - 39,400 £
Price
48,400 - 66,900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.7 - 21 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
470 - 600 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
116 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,591 kg
Curb weight
2,161 - 2,351 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
519 L
Length
4,805 mm
Length
-
Width
1,815 mm
Width
1,881 mm
Height
1,485 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,640 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
399 kg
Payload
368 - 450 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 HP
Power HP
268 - 487 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
211 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 Nm
Torque
525 - 950 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
107 kW
Power kW
197 - 358 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Ford
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