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Citroen C5 X vs Jaecoo 7 comparison

Compare performance (145 HP vs 279 HP), boot space and price (39,400 £ vs 31,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 X or Jaecoo 7?

Citroen C5 X vs Jaecoo 7: Key differences

Citroen C5 X

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  • somewhat lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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Jaecoo 7

  • visibly cheaper
  • substantially more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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.

Jaecoo 7 is visibly cheaper – starting at 31,600 £ , while the Citroen C5 X costs 39,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,800 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Jaecoo 7 uses 2.4 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Citroen C5 X with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 2.7 L/100km.

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Engine and Performance:

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 Jaecoo 7 offers substantially more power – delivering 279 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 134 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Jaecoo 7 is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 8.5 s, while the Citroen C5 X takes 10.4 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Jaecoo 7 delivers noticeably more torque with 365 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 135 Nm more.

C5 X

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Citroen C5 X is somewhat lighter – 1,591 kg compared to 1,870 kg. The difference is around 279 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C5 X offers visibly more boot space – 545 L compared to 340 L. That’s a difference of about 205 L.

When it comes to payload, the Jaecoo 7 carries very slightly more – 440 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 41 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Jaecoo 7 is far ahead 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.

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Jaecoo 7

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 279 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.4 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 90 km
Citroen C5 X
Jaecoo 7

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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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Jaecoo 7

The Jaecoo 7 is a striking compact SUV that pairs bold, modern styling with a spacious, well-equipped cabin aimed at families and tech-minded buyers. It offers strong value, a comfortable ride and plenty of gadgetry, though you should weigh dealer support and long-term ownership reputation when deciding.

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Citroen C5 X
Jaecoo 7

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,400 £
Price
31,600 - 33,800 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
90 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
116 g/km
co2
54 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
1,870 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
340 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,815 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
399 kg
Payload
440 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 HP
Power HP
279 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
230 Nm
Torque
365 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 kW
Power kW
205 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Jaecoo
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