Compare performance (145 HP vs 252 HP), boot space and price (36900 £ vs 46900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 X or Kia Sorento?
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 clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36900 £ , while the Kia Sorento costs 46900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9969 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Kia Sorento manages with 3.90 L and is therefore evident more efficient than the Citroen C5 X with 5.10 L. The difference is about 1.20 L per 100 km.
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 has a convincingly edge – offering 252 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 107 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia Sorento is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Citroen C5 X takes 10.40 s. That’s about 2.40 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: Kia Sorento pulls significantly stronger with 440 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 210 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Kia Sorento offers noticeable more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.
In curb weight, Citroen C5 X is somewhat lighter – 1591 kg compared to 1855 kg. The difference is around 264 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Kia Sorento offers evident more room – 705 L compared to 545 L. That’s a difference of about 160 L.
When it comes to payload, Kia Sorento significantly takes the win – 685 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 286 kg.
The Kia Sorento is far ahead 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.
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 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
36900 - 39400 £
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Price
46900 - 60100 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.10 L
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Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 7 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
55 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
116 g/km
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co2
87 - 174 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 - 7
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1591 kg
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Curb weight
1855 - 2110 kg
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Trunk capacity
545 L
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Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
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Length
4805 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1815 mm
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Width
1900 mm
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Height
1485 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1640 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
399 kg
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Payload
162 - 685 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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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
Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
145 HP
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Power HP
194 - 252 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.40 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.7 s
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Max Speed
211 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
230 Nm
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Torque
380 - 440 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
107 kW
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Power kW
142 - 212 kW
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Engine capacity
1199 cm3
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Engine capacity
1598 - 2151 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025 - 2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
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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.