Compare performance (145 HP vs 239 HP), boot space and price (36900 £ vs 30200 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 X or Kia Sportage?
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.
Kia Sportage has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30200 £, while the Citroen C5 X costs 36900 £. That’s a price difference of around 6746 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Kia Sportage manages with 5 L and is therefore barely noticeable more efficient than the Citroen C5 X with 5.10 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Kia Sportage has a noticeable edge – offering 239 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 94 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia Sportage is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 7.90 s, while the Citroen C5 X takes 10.40 s. That’s about 2.50 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Citroen C5 X performs minimal better – reaching 211 km/h, while the Kia Sportage tops out at 203 km/h. The difference is around 8 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Kia Sportage pulls noticeable stronger with 320 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 90 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, Kia Sportage is hardly perceptible lighter – 1552 kg compared to 1591 kg. The difference is around 39 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Kia Sportage offers hardly perceptible more room – 587 L compared to 545 L. That’s a difference of about 42 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Kia Sportage performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1776 L, which is about 136 L more than the Citroen C5 X.
When it comes to payload, Kia Sportage clearly perceptible takes the win – 580 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 181 kg.
The Kia Sportage proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Kia Sportage is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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 Sportage proves you don't have to choose between style and sensible family motoring, wrapping modern, confident looks around a roomy, well-equipped cabin. It's an easy car to live with — comfortable on daily runs, pleasantly engaging when you want a bit of fun, and kind to your wallet so you can keep smiling at the fuel pump.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
36900 - 39400 £
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Price
30200 - 43900 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.10 L
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.9 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
-
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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
132 - 180 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
52 L
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Fuel tank capacity
52 - 54 L
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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
1552 - 1733 kg
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Trunk capacity
545 L
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Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
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Length
4805 mm
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Length
4540 mm
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Width
1815 mm
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Width
1865 mm
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Height
1485 mm
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Height
1645 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1640 L
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Max trunk capacity
1715 - 1776 L
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Payload
399 kg
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Payload
543 - 580 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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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
136 - 239 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.40 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 11.6 s
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Max Speed
211 km/h
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Max Speed
180 - 203 km/h
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Torque
230 Nm
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Torque
250 - 320 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
100 - 176 kW
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Engine capacity
1199 cm3
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Engine capacity
1598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G
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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.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.