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Citroen C5 X vs Kia Ceed Sportswagon comparison

Compare performance (145 HP vs 140 HP), boot space and price (39,400 £ vs 24,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 X or Kia Ceed Sportswagon?

Citroen C5 X vs Kia Ceed Sportswagon: Key differences

Citroen C5 X

4.2 (4 Reviews)
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  • only slightly more power
  • slightly more efficient
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Kia Ceed Sportswagon

  • considerably cheaper
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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.

Kia Ceed Sportswagon is considerably cheaper – starting at 24,300 £ , while the Citroen C5 X costs 39,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,094 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Citroen C5 X uses 5.1 L/100km and is slightly more efficient than the Kia Ceed Sportswagon with 6 L/100km. The difference is about 0.9 L/100km.

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 offers only slightly more power – delivering 145 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 5 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia Ceed Sportswagon is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 9.7 s, while the Citroen C5 X takes 10.4 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia Ceed Sportswagon delivers barely more torque with 253 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 23 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, Kia Ceed Sportswagon is moderately lighter – 1,335 kg compared to 1,591 kg. The difference is around 256 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Ceed Sportswagon carries moderately more – 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 clearly superior 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.

from £24,300
Ceed Sportswagon

Kia Ceed Sportswagon

  • 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/100km
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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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13 Jun 2026, 13:54:21

Value for money / comfort, space unbeatable — C5 X Shine, 4‑cylinder petrol with options... heated, electrically adjustable programmable seat, 2 years, 12,000 km, €23,000

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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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Citroen C5 X
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Costs and Consumption
Price
39,400 £
Price
24,300 - 27,200 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
116 g/km
co2
137 - 146 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,591 kg
Curb weight
1,335 - 1,437 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,815 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
399 kg
Payload
463 - 485 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
10.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.7 - 13.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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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
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1,482 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Kia
What drive types are available for the Citroen C5 X?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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