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Citroen C5 X vs Kia Ceed - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (145 HP vs 140 HP), boot space and price (36900 £ vs 23500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 X or Kia Ceed?

Citroen C5 X

4 (3 Reviews)
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Kia Ceed

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

C5 X

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Kia Ceed has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23500 £ , while the Citroen C5 X costs 36900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13431 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Citroen C5 X manages with 5.10 L and is therefore somewhat more efficient than the Kia Ceed with 6 L. The difference is about 0.90 L per 100 km.

Ceed

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 Citroen C5 X has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 145 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 5 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia Ceed is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 9.50 s, while the Citroen C5 X takes 10.40 s. That’s about 0.90 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Kia Ceed pulls minimal stronger with 253 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 23 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, Kia Ceed is clearly perceptible lighter – 1298 kg compared to 1591 kg. The difference is around 293 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Citroen C5 X offers clearly perceptible more room – 545 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 150 L.

When it comes to payload, Kia Ceed to a small extent takes the win – 490 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 91 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia Ceed holds a decisive overall lead 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
Kia Ceed

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from about £23,500
Ceed

Kia Ceed

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 100 - 140 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 6 - 6.4 L

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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Kia Ceed

The Kia Ceed is a sensible, stylish hatchback that gives buyers more than they'd expect for the money, blending practical space with crisp, modern looks. It drives with measured confidence and comes loaded with user-friendly kit, so you can enjoy daily life behind the wheel without breaking into a sweat.

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Citroen C5 X
Kia Ceed

Costs and Consumption

Price
36900 - 39400 £
Price
23500 - 26300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.10 L
Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
116 g/km
co2
137 - 146 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1591 kg
Curb weight
1298 - 1372 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
357 - 395 L
Length
4805 mm
Length
-
Width
1815 mm
Width
1800 mm
Height
1485 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1640 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
399 kg
Payload
478 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 HP
Power HP
100 - 140 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.40 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 - 13.2 s
Max Speed
211 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 Nm
Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
107 kW
Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Kia
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.