Compare performance (145 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (36900 £ vs 23100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 X or Hyundai Kona?
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.
Hyundai Kona has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23100 £ , while the Citroen C5 X costs 36900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13851 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Hyundai Kona manages with 4.60 L and is therefore to a small extent more efficient than the Citroen C5 X with 5.10 L. The difference is about 0.50 L per 100 km.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Hyundai Kona has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 218 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 73 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Kona is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 7.80 s, while the Citroen C5 X takes 10.40 s. That’s about 2.60 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Citroen C5 X performs barely noticeable better – reaching 211 km/h, while the Hyundai Kona tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 1 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Hyundai Kona pulls a bit stronger with 265 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 35 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Hyundai Kona is a bit lighter – 1370 kg compared to 1591 kg. The difference is around 221 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Citroen C5 X offers slightly more room – 545 L compared to 466 L. That’s a difference of about 79 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Citroen C5 X performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1640 L, which is about 340 L more than the Hyundai Kona.
When it comes to payload, Hyundai Kona slightly takes the win – 490 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 91 kg.
Overall, the Hyundai Kona shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
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.
detailsThe Hyundai Kona wears its personality on the outside with bold styling and sprightly handling that turns city driving into something a little more fun than a commute. It blends practical space, modern tech and sensible running costs into a compact, stylish package — a smart pick if you want flair without paying luxury prices.
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Price
36900 - 39400 £
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Price
23100 - 41600 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.10 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.8 kWh
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
377 - 514 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
1.3 - 65.4 kWh
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co2
116 g/km
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co2
0 - 163 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
52 L
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Fuel tank capacity
38 - 47 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1591 kg
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Curb weight
1370 - 1773 kg
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Trunk capacity
545 L
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Trunk capacity
466 L
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Length
4805 mm
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Length
4350 - 4385 mm
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Width
1815 mm
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Width
1825 mm
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Height
1485 mm
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Height
1580 - 1585 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1640 L
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Max trunk capacity
1300 L
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Payload
399 kg
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Payload
420 - 490 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
145 HP
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Power HP
115 - 218 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.40 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 11.9 s
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Max Speed
211 km/h
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Max Speed
162 - 210 km/h
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Torque
230 Nm
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Torque
200 - 265 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
107 kW
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Power kW
85 - 160 kW
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Engine capacity
1199 cm3
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Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C, E, F
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
Hyundai
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The Citroen C5 X is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.