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Citroen C5 X vs Lexus RX comparison

Compare performance (145 HP vs 371 HP), boot space and price (39,400 £ vs 63,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 X or Lexus RX?

Citroen C5 X vs Lexus RX: Key differences

Citroen C5 X

4.2 (4 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • markedly lighter
  • somewhat more trunk space
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Lexus RX

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • substantially 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.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

C5 X

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Citroen C5 X is significantly cheaper – starting at 39,400 £ , while the Lexus RX costs 63,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23,872 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus RX uses 3.3 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Citroen C5 X with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 1.8 L/100km.

RX

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Lexus RX offers significantly more power – delivering 371 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 226 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RX is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 6.2 s, while the Citroen C5 X takes 10.4 s. That’s about 4.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lexus RX delivers substantially more torque with 551 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 321 Nm more.

C5 X

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Citroen C5 X is markedly lighter – 1,591 kg compared to 2,040 kg. The difference is around 449 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C5 X offers somewhat more boot space – 545 L compared to 461 L. That’s a difference of about 84 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus RX carries clearly more – 620 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 221 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lexus RX is clearly superior 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.

from £63,300
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Lexus RX

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 207 - 371 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 3.3 - 8.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range 67 km
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Citroen C5 X

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.

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Reviews Citroen C5 X

4.2 (4 Reviews)
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Flament
13 Jun 2026, 13:54:21

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Lexus RX

The Lexus RX glides through city streets with the kind of hushed refinement that turns mundane commutes into a private lounge. It mixes plush comfort and polished practicality in a package that suits buyers who want to arrive relaxed and a touch smug.

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Angelo Ponte
16 May 2026, 14:16:35

Tried as a replacement car. The driving pleasure and comfort are unmatched by Alfa.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
39,400 £
Price
63,300 - 87,400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
67 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
116 g/km
co2
75 - 183 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
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,591 kg
Curb weight
2,040 - 2,185 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
461 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,815 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
399 kg
Payload
575 - 620 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 HP
Power HP
207 - 371 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
230 Nm
Torque
551 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 kW
Power kW
152 - 273 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
2,393 - 2,487 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, B
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Lexus
What drive types are available for the Citroen C5 X?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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