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Citroen C5 X vs Hyundai IONIQ 5 comparison

Compare performance (145 HP vs 650 HP), boot space and price (36,900 £ vs 38,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 X or Hyundai IONIQ 5?

Citroen C5 X vs Hyundai IONIQ 5: Key differences

Citroen C5 X

4 (3 Reviews)
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  • marginally cheaper
  • noticeably lighter
  • barely more trunk space

Hyundai IONIQ 5

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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.

Citroen C5 X is marginally cheaper – starting at 36,900 £ , while the Hyundai IONIQ 5 costs 38,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,577 £.

IONIQ 5

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 Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers substantially more power – delivering 650 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 505 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Citroen C5 X takes 10.4 s. That’s about 6.9 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 is a bit faster – reaching 260 km/h, while the Citroen C5 X tops out at 211 km/h. The difference is around 49 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai IONIQ 5 delivers substantially more torque with 770 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 540 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 noticeably lighter – 1,591 kg compared to 1,955 kg. The difference is around 364 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C5 X offers barely more boot space – 545 L compared to 520 L. That’s a difference of about 25 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Citroen C5 X offers only slightly more capacity – up to 1,640 L, about 60 L more than the Hyundai IONIQ 5.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 carries markedly more – 530 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 131 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 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 £38,500
IONIQ 5

Hyundai IONIQ 5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 650 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.6 - 21.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 440 - 570 km
Citroen C5 X
Hyundai IONIQ 5

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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Hyundai IONIQ 5

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 looks like a spaceship that moved into suburbia, pairing bold retro‑futuristic styling with a roomy, cleverly laid-out cabin that makes long trips surprisingly comfortable. Its electric character delivers instant, silky acceleration and low running costs, making it a smart, slightly cheeky pick for buyers who want tech, practicality and personality without the drama.

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Citroen C5 X
Hyundai IONIQ 5

Costs and Consumption

Price
36,900 - 39,400 £
Price
38,500 - 64,200 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 21.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
440 - 570 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
63 - 84 kWh
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
5
Curb weight
1,591 kg
Curb weight
1,955 - 2,275 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
480 - 520 L
Length
4,805 mm
Length
4,655 - 4,715 mm
Width
1,815 mm
Width
1,890 - 1,940 mm
Height
1,485 mm
Height
1,585 - 1,605 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,640 L
Max trunk capacity
1,540 - 1,580 L
Payload
399 kg
Payload
385 - 530 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
170 - 650 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.5 s
Max Speed
211 km/h
Max Speed
185 - 260 km/h
Torque
230 Nm
Torque
350 - 770 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
107 kW
Power kW
125 - 478 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Hyundai
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