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Citroen C5 X vs Hyundai Tucson - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (145 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (36900 £ vs 20900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 X or Hyundai Tucson?

Citroen C5 X

4 (3 Reviews)
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Hyundai Tucson

5 (2 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

C5 X

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Hyundai Tucson has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20900 £ , while the Citroen C5 X costs 36900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16011 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Hyundai Tucson manages with 2.70 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Citroen C5 X with 5.10 L. The difference is about 2.40 L per 100 km.

Tucson

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 Hyundai Tucson has a significantly edge – offering 288 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 143 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Tucson is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 7.50 s, while the Citroen C5 X takes 10.40 s. That’s about 2.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Citroen C5 X performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 211 km/h, while the Hyundai Tucson tops out at 204 km/h. The difference is around 7 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Hyundai Tucson pulls noticeable stronger with 379 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 149 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, Hyundai Tucson is slight lighter – 1542 kg compared to 1591 kg. The difference is around 49 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers somewhat more room – 620 L compared to 545 L. That’s a difference of about 75 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai Tucson performs minimal better – up to 1799 L, which is about 159 L more than the Citroen C5 X.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai Tucson clearly perceptible takes the win – 545 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 146 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Tucson sits 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.

Citroen C5 X
Hyundai Tucson

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Tucson

Hyundai Tucson

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 136 - 288 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.7 - 7.6 L
  • Electric Range : 63 - 70 km

Citroen C5 X

4 (3 Reviews)
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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 Tucson

5 (2 Reviews)
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Hyundai Tucson marries bold, sculpted looks with a clever, roomy cabin that feels smarter than its price tag suggests. It's composed on the road, easy to live with day-to-day, and a sensible choice for buyers who want SUV style without the showroom theatrics.

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Citroen C5 X
Hyundai Tucson

Costs and Consumption

Price
36900 - 39400 £
Price
20900 - 47900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.10 L
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
63 - 70 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
116 g/km
co2
62 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 L
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 54 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1591 kg
Curb weight
1542 - 1893 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
Length
4805 mm
Length
4525 - 4535 mm
Width
1815 mm
Width
1865 mm
Height
1485 mm
Height
1650 mm
Max trunk capacity
1640 L
Max trunk capacity
1795 - 1799 L
Payload
399 kg
Payload
518 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 HP
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.40 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Max Speed
211 km/h
Max Speed
196 - 204 km/h
Torque
230 Nm
Torque
250 - 379 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 kW
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Hyundai
Is the Citroen C5 X offered with different drivetrains?

The Citroen C5 X is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.