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Citroen C5 X vs Honda ZR-V comparison

Compare performance (145 HP vs 184 HP), boot space and price (39,400 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 X or Honda ZR-V?

Citroen C5 X vs Honda ZR-V: Key differences

Citroen C5 X

4 (3 Reviews)
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  • somewhat more efficient
  • marginally lighter
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Honda ZR-V

4.8 (3 Reviews)
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  • moderately cheaper
  • visibly more power
  • clearly 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.

Honda ZR-V is moderately cheaper – starting at 35,100 £ , while the Citroen C5 X costs 39,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,371 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Citroen C5 X uses 5.1 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the Honda ZR-V with 5.7 L/100km. The difference is about 0.6 L/100km.

ZR-V

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 ZR-V offers visibly 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 ZR-V 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 ZR-V delivers markedly more torque with 315 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 85 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 marginally lighter – 1,591 kg compared to 1,660 kg. The difference is around 69 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Honda ZR-V carries slightly more – 455 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 56 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Honda ZR-V 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.

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ZR-V

Honda ZR-V

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 184 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.7 - 5.8 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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Reviews Citroen C5 X

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Honda ZR-V

The Honda ZR-V blends smart practicality with sharper styling than you might expect, giving buyers a calm, competent companion for daily life. Inside it's comfortable and cleverly laid out, easy to live with and never trying too hard to be exciting.

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Reviews Honda ZR-V

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HONDA ZRV — snappy, fast, perfect in every way, whisper-quiet, maximum comfort, extraordinary quality and price. For me: 5 stars.

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Citroen C5 X
Honda ZR-V

Costs and Consumption
Price
39,400 £
Price
35,100 - 38,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
116 g/km
co2
130 - 132 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,591 kg
Curb weight
1,660 - 1,710 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,815 mm
Width
1,840 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
399 kg
Payload
440 - 455 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 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
D
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Honda
What drive types are available for the Citroen C5 X?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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