Compare performance (145 HP vs 609 HP), boot space and price (36900 £ vs 38600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 X or Kia EV6?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Citroen C5 X has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36900 £ , while the Kia EV6 costs 38600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1654 £.
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 Kia EV6 has a significantly edge – offering 609 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 464 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV6 is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Citroen C5 X takes 10.40 s. That’s about 6.90 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Kia EV6 performs slightly better – reaching 260 km/h, while the Citroen C5 X tops out at 211 km/h. The difference is around 49 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Kia EV6 pulls convincingly stronger with 770 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 540 Nm difference.
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 curb weight, Citroen C5 X is noticeable lighter – 1591 kg compared to 1955 kg. The difference is around 364 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Citroen C5 X offers a bit more room – 545 L compared to 490 L. That’s a difference of about 55 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Citroen C5 X performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1640 L, which is about 350 L more than the Kia EV6.
When it comes to payload, Kia EV6 to a small extent takes the win – 450 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 51 kg.
The Kia EV6 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 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.
detailsThe Kia EV6 looks like it sprinted off a concept stage, its bold, futuristic lines wrapping a surprisingly spacious and grown-up cabin. On the road it delivers crisp, immediate thrust and composed handling, with enough everyday practicality and slick tech to make ditching petrol feel like an upgrade rather than a compromise.
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Price
36900 - 39400 £
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Price
38600 - 60000 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.10 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 - 20.9 kWh
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
428 - 582 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
63 - 84 kWh
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co2
116 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
52 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1591 kg
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Curb weight
1955 - 2220 kg
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Trunk capacity
545 L
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Trunk capacity
480 - 490 L
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Length
4805 mm
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Length
4695 mm
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Width
1815 mm
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Width
1880 - 1890 mm
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Height
1485 mm
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Height
1545 - 1550 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1640 L
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Max trunk capacity
1250 - 1290 L
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Payload
399 kg
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Payload
440 - 450 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
145 HP
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Power HP
170 - 609 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.40 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.7 s
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Max Speed
211 km/h
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Max Speed
185 - 260 km/h
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Torque
230 Nm
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Torque
350 - 770 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
107 kW
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Power kW
125 - 448 kW
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Engine capacity
1199 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
Kia
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The Citroen C5 X is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.