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Citroen C5 X vs Lexus LS comparison

Compare performance (145 HP vs 359 HP), boot space and price (39,400 £ vs 112,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 X or Lexus LS?

Citroen C5 X vs Lexus LS: Key differences

Citroen C5 X

4.2 (4 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • significantly lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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Lexus LS

  • clearly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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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 clearly cheaper – starting at 39,400 £ , while the Lexus LS costs 112,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 72,849 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Citroen C5 X uses 5.1 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Lexus LS with 9.6 L/100km. The difference is about 4.5 L/100km.

LS

Engine and Performance:

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 Lexus LS offers clearly more power – delivering 359 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 214 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus LS is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Citroen C5 X takes 10.4 s. That’s about 4.9 s quicker.

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.

Seats: Citroen C5 X offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Citroen C5 X is significantly lighter – 1,591 kg compared to 2,345 kg. The difference is around 754 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C5 X offers noticeably more boot space – 545 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 115 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus LS carries slightly more – 455 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 56 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Citroen C5 X 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.

£39,428
C5 X

Citroen C5 X

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 145 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.1 L/100km
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Citroen C5 X

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Reviews Citroen C5 X

4.2 (4 Reviews)
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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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Lexus LS

The Lexus LS is a quietly opulent flagship that wraps cutting-edge tech in a calm, Zen-like cabin, turning gridlock into a spa appointment. Buyers after polished refinement and faultless build quality will love its hushed ride and diplomatic road manners, even if it never cries out for attention.

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Citroen C5 X
Lexus LS

Costs and Consumption
Price
39,400 £
Price
112,300 - 131,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
9.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
116 g/km
co2
216 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
82 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,591 kg
Curb weight
2,345 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
430 L
Length
-
Length
5,235 mm
Width
1,815 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Height
-
Height
1,460 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
399 kg
Payload
455 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 HP
Power HP
359 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
250 km/h
Torque
230 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
107 kW
Power kW
264 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
3,456 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Lexus
What drive types are available for the Citroen C5 X?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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