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Citroen C5 X vs Mazda MX-30 comparison

Compare performance (145 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (39,400 £ vs 30,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 X or Mazda MX-30?

Citroen C5 X vs Mazda MX-30: Key differences

Citroen C5 X

4 (3 Reviews)
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  • slightly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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Mazda MX-30

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • slightly more power
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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 MX-30 is clearly cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the Citroen C5 X costs 39,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,580 £.

MX-30

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 MX-30 offers slightly more power – delivering 170 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 25 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda MX-30 is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 9.1 s, while the Citroen C5 X takes 10.4 s. That’s about 1.3 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Citroen C5 X is slightly lighter – 1,591 kg compared to 1,849 kg. The difference is around 258 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C5 X offers clearly more boot space – 545 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 195 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda MX-30 carries only slightly more – 402 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 3 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda MX-30 is far ahead 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 £30,800
MX-30

Mazda MX-30

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 85 km
Citroen C5 X
Mazda MX-30

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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 MX-30

The Mazda MX-30 trades conventional EV practicality for a boutique vibe, wrapping easy urban agility and a stylish, artisan interior into a compact package that stands out in the crossover crowd. It’s ideal for city-minded buyers who value design and driving feel over long-distance trips, and its quirky details prove Mazda can be playful without losing its driver-focused soul.

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Citroen C5 X
Mazda MX-30

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,400 £
Price
30,800 - 37,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
85 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
116 g/km
co2
22 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,591 kg
Curb weight
1,849 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
332 - 350 L
Length
-
Length
4,395 mm
Width
1,815 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
-
Height
1,555 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,137 - 1,155 L
Payload
399 kg
Payload
402 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 HP
Power HP
170 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
140 km/h
Torque
230 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
107 kW
Power kW
125 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
830 cm3

General

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