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Citroen C5 X vs Kia Sorento comparison

Compare performance (145 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (39,400 £ vs 47,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 X or Kia Sorento?

Citroen C5 X vs Kia Sorento: Key differences

Citroen C5 X

4.2 (4 Reviews)
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  • somewhat cheaper
  • a bit lighter
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Kia Sorento

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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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.

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

C5 X

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Citroen C5 X is somewhat cheaper – starting at 39,400 £ , while the Kia Sorento costs 47,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,877 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Sorento uses 3.9 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Citroen C5 X with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 1.2 L/100km.

Sorento

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 Kia Sorento offers significantly more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 143 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia Sorento is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Citroen C5 X takes 10.4 s. That’s about 2.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia Sorento delivers significantly more torque with 440 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 210 Nm more.

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.

Seats: Kia Sorento offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Citroen C5 X is a bit lighter – 1,591 kg compared to 1,855 kg. The difference is around 264 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia Sorento offers visibly more boot space – 705 L compared to 545 L. That’s a difference of about 160 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Sorento carries substantially more – 685 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 286 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia Sorento stands well ahead of its rival 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 £47,300
Sorento

Kia Sorento

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid, Diesel, Plug-in Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 194 - 288 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 3.9 - 7 L/100km
  • Electric Range 55 km
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Reviews Citroen C5 X

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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 Sorento

The Kia Sorento blends roomy practicality with smart tech and an unexpectedly composed highway manner, making it an easy choice for families who want comfort without fuss. It presents classy interior touches and sensible packaging at a realistic price, proving you don't need to shout to be noticed in the SUV crowd.

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20 May 2026, 09:46:15

Only Kia.....to me better in every way than Hyundai

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Costs and Consumption
Price
39,400 £
Price
47,300 - 60,500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
55 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
116 g/km
co2
87 - 174 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,591 kg
Curb weight
1,855 - 2,110 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,815 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
399 kg
Payload
162 - 685 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Diesel, Plug-in Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 HP
Power HP
194 - 288 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
230 Nm
Torque
380 - 440 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 kW
Power kW
142 - 212 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 - 2,151 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Kia
What drive types are available for the Citroen C5 X?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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