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Citroen C5 X vs Mazda 6 Saloon comparison

Compare performance (145 HP vs 258 HP), boot space and price (39,400 £ vs 38,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 X or Mazda 6 Saloon?

Citroen C5 X vs Mazda 6 Saloon: Key differences

Citroen C5 X

4.2 (4 Reviews)
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  • markedly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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Mazda 6 Saloon

  • barely cheaper
  • considerably more power
  • visibly 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:

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.

Mazda 6 Saloon is barely cheaper – starting at 38,500 £ , while the Citroen C5 X costs 39,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 943 £.

6 Saloon

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 Mazda 6 Saloon offers considerably more power – delivering 258 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 113 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda 6 Saloon is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the Citroen C5 X takes 10.4 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mazda 6 Saloon delivers clearly more torque with 320 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 90 Nm more.

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Citroen C5 X is markedly lighter – 1,591 kg compared to 2,027 kg. The difference is around 436 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C5 X offers clearly more boot space – 545 L compared to 336 L. That’s a difference of about 209 L.

When it comes to payload, the Citroen C5 X carries barely more – 399 kg compared to 360 kg. That’s a difference of about 39 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda 6 Saloon holds a decisive overall lead 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 £38,500
6 Saloon

Mazda 6 Saloon

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 245 - 258 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.5 - 16.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 479 - 552 km
Citroen C5 X
Mazda 6 Saloon

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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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Mazda 6 Saloon

The Mazda6 saloon feels like the sensible yet stylish choice for buyers who want a car that drives with poise and looks sharper than its badge suggests. It mixes engaging handling, a refined cabin and everyday practicality without shouting for attention — perfect for those who prefer understated class with a wink.

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Citroen C5 X
Mazda 6 Saloon

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,400 £
Price
38,500 - 41,600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
479 - 552 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
116 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,591 kg
Curb weight
2,027 - 2,028 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
336 L
Length
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Length
4,921 mm
Width
1,815 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
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Height
1,491 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1,074 L
Payload
399 kg
Payload
359 - 360 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 HP
Power HP
245 - 258 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 7.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
175 km/h
Torque
230 Nm
Torque
320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
107 kW
Power kW
180 - 190 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Mazda
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