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Citroen C5 X vs Geely Starray comparison

Compare performance (145 HP vs 262 HP), boot space and price (39,400 £ vs 28,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 X or Geely Starray?

Citroen C5 X vs Geely Starray: Key differences

Citroen C5 X

4 (3 Reviews)
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  • marginally lighter
  • marginally more trunk space
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Geely Starray

  • noticeably cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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.

Geely Starray is noticeably cheaper – starting at 28,300 £ , while the Citroen C5 X costs 39,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,151 £.

Starray

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Geely Starray offers clearly more power – delivering 262 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 117 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Geely Starray is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Citroen C5 X takes 10.4 s. That’s about 2.4 s quicker.

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 marginally lighter – 1,591 kg compared to 1,730 kg. The difference is around 139 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C5 X offers marginally more boot space – 545 L compared to 528 L. That’s a difference of about 17 L.

When it comes to payload, the Geely Starray carries marginally more – 435 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 36 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Geely Starray 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 £28,300
Starray

Geely Starray

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 262 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.7 - 18.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 83 - 136 km
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Citroen C5 X

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Geely Starray

The Geely Starray blends a sleek, modern exterior with a comfortable, well-appointed cabin that feels more upscale than its price suggests. It offers a composed, user-friendly driving experience with thoughtful tech and space that make it a practical choice for everyday family and city use.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
39,400 £
Price
28,300 - 32,600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 18.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
83 - 136 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
116 g/km
co2
33 - 54 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,591 kg
Curb weight
1,730 - 1,815 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
528 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,815 mm
Width
1,905 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
399 kg
Payload
435 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
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 HP
Power HP
262 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 8.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
230 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 kW
Power kW
193 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

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

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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