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Citroen C5 X vs Mazda 2 comparison

Compare performance (145 HP vs 115 HP), boot space and price (39,400 £ vs 14,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 X or Mazda 2?

Citroen C5 X vs Mazda 2: Key differences

Citroen C5 X

4 (3 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • clearly more trunk space
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Mazda 2

3.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • only slightly more efficient
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly lighter
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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:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mazda 2 is significantly cheaper – starting at 14,200 £ , while the Citroen C5 X costs 39,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,208 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda 2 uses 4.7 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Citroen C5 X with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.4 L/100km.

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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 Citroen C5 X offers visibly more power – delivering 145 HP compared to 115 HP. That’s roughly 30 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda 2 is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 9.1 s, while the Citroen C5 X takes 10.4 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Citroen C5 X delivers markedly more torque with 230 Nm compared to 151 Nm. That’s about 79 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda 2 is significantly lighter – 1,099 kg compared to 1,591 kg. The difference is around 492 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C5 X offers clearly more boot space – 545 L compared to 280 L. That’s a difference of about 265 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda 2 carries barely more – 437 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 38 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda 2 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.

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Mazda 2

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 75 - 115 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.7 - 5.4 L/100km
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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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The Mazda 2 is a pocket-sized charmer that makes city driving feel light and lively, wrapped in sleek styling that looks right at home on trendy streets. Buyers who want an economical, fun-to-drive hatch with surprisingly grown-up cabin quality will find it hard to resist — it’s the kind of everyday companion that puts a grin on your face every time you head out.

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Citroen C5 X
Mazda 2

Costs and Consumption
Price
39,400 £
Price
14,200 - 21,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
116 g/km
co2
107 - 122 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
44 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,591 kg
Curb weight
1,099 - 1,120 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
280 L
Length
-
Length
4,080 mm
Width
1,815 mm
Width
1,695 mm
Height
-
Height
1,515 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
950 L
Payload
399 kg
Payload
420 - 437 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 HP
Power HP
75 - 115 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 12.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
171 - 200 km/h
Torque
230 Nm
Torque
143 - 151 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 kW
Power kW
55 - 85 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3

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

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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