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Citroen C5 X vs Kia Ceed Sportswagon - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (145 HP vs 140 HP), boot space and price (36900 £ vs 24300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 X or Kia Ceed Sportswagon?

Citroen C5 X

4 (3 Reviews)
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Kia Ceed Sportswagon

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 Sportswagon has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24300 £ , while the Citroen C5 X costs 36900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12574 £.

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

Ceed Sportswagon

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 Citroen C5 X has a minimal 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 Sportswagon is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 9.70 s, while the Citroen C5 X takes 10.40 s. That’s about 0.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Citroen C5 X performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 211 km/h, while the Kia Ceed Sportswagon tops out at 197 km/h. The difference is around 14 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Kia Ceed Sportswagon pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 253 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 23 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, Kia Ceed Sportswagon is slightly lighter – 1335 kg compared to 1591 kg. The difference is around 256 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia Ceed Sportswagon offers somewhat more room – 625 L compared to 545 L. That’s a difference of about 80 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Citroen C5 X performs slight better – up to 1640 L, which is about 95 L more than the Kia Ceed Sportswagon.

When it comes to payload, Kia Ceed Sportswagon somewhat takes the win – 485 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 86 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia Ceed Sportswagon is decisively ahead 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 Sportswagon

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from about £24,300
Ceed Sportswagon

Kia Ceed Sportswagon

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

The Kia Ceed Sportswagon is a sensible and surprisingly stylish family wagon that turns daily chores into a bit less of a grind. Practical, comfortable and packed with thoughtful touches where they matter, it’s a smart choice for buyers who want usefulness without sacrificing personality.

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Reviews Citroen C5 X

4 (3 Reviews)
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Reviews Kia Ceed Sportswagon

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Costs and Consumption
Price
36900 - 39400 £
Price
24300 - 29100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.10 L
Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
116 g/km
co2
137 - 146 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1591 kg
Curb weight
1335 - 1437 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
512 - 625 L
Length
4805 mm
Length
4605 mm
Width
1815 mm
Width
1800 mm
Height
1485 mm
Height
1422 mm
Max trunk capacity
1640 L
Max trunk capacity
1545 L
Payload
399 kg
Payload
455 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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
9.7 - 13.5 s
Max Speed
211 km/h
Max Speed
197 km/h
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

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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.