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Citroen C5 X vs Mazda CX-5 comparison

Compare performance (145 HP vs 141 HP), boot space and price (39,400 £ vs 30,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 X or Mazda CX-5?

Citroen C5 X vs Mazda CX-5: Key differences

Citroen C5 X

4 (3 Reviews)
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  • only slightly more power
  • noticeably more efficient
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
  • a bit more trunk space
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Mazda CX-5

4.7 (8 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
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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.

Mazda CX-5 is noticeably cheaper – starting at 30,000 £ , while the Citroen C5 X costs 39,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,437 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Citroen C5 X uses 5.1 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the Mazda CX-5 with 7 L/100km. The difference is about 1.9 L/100km.

CX-5

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 Citroen C5 X offers only slightly more power – delivering 145 HP compared to 141 HP. That’s roughly 4 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Citroen C5 X is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 10.4 s, while the Mazda CX-5 takes 10.5 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mazda CX-5 delivers marginally more torque with 238 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 8 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, Citroen C5 X is very slightly lighter – 1,591 kg compared to 1,629 kg. The difference is around 38 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C5 X offers a bit more boot space – 545 L compared to 466 L. That’s a difference of about 79 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda CX-5 carries noticeably more – 601 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 202 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda CX-5 stands out in the key areas 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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CX-5

Mazda CX-5

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 141 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7 - 7.5 L/100km
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Citroen C5 X

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25 Jan 2026, 14:05:09

I've owned several Volvos, but I drive a Mazda now and would never switch back.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
39,400 £
Price
30,000 - 39,500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7 - 7.5 L/100km
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
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
116 g/km
co2
157 - 169 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,591 kg
Curb weight
1,629 - 1,671 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
466 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,815 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
399 kg
Payload
566 - 601 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 HP
Power HP
141 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.5 - 10.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
230 Nm
Torque
238 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 kW
Power kW
104 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
2,488 cm3

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

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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