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Citroen C5 X vs Honda Civic comparison

Compare performance (145 HP vs 184 HP), boot space and price (39,400 £ vs 32,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 X or Honda Civic?

Citroen C5 X vs Honda Civic: Key differences

Citroen C5 X

4 (3 Reviews)
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Honda Civic

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • noticeably more power
  • marginally more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
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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.

Honda Civic is noticeably cheaper – starting at 32,500 £ , while the Citroen C5 X costs 39,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,943 £.

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

Civic

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 Honda Civic offers noticeably more power – delivering 184 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 39 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Honda Civic is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.8 s, while the Citroen C5 X takes 10.4 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Honda Civic delivers noticeably more torque with 315 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 85 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, Honda Civic is very slightly lighter – 1,517 kg compared to 1,591 kg. The difference is around 74 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Citroen C5 X carries very slightly more – 399 kg compared to 397 kg. That’s a difference of about 2 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Honda Civic 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.

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Civic

Honda Civic

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 184 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.7 - 5 L/100km
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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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Honda Civic

The Honda Civic mixes practical daily usability with a surprisingly engaging driving character, wrapping clever interior design and dependable engineering in a tidy, modern package. It’s a smart buy for drivers who want sensible reliability, a bit of fun behind the wheel, and a shape that never looks like it’s trying too hard.

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Galym
6 Feb 2026, 11:09:51

I used to have a petrol Civic and recently had the chance to drive the Civic hybrid. What a difference! Of course you’ve got to buy it! It’s a car that puts a big grin on your face behind the wheel. Sporty, eye-catching design.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
39,400 £
Price
32,500 - 35,500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
116 g/km
co2
108 - 114 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,591 kg
Curb weight
1,517 - 1,533 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,815 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
399 kg
Payload
348 - 397 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 HP
Power HP
184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
230 Nm
Torque
315 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 kW
Power kW
135 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,993 cm3

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

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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