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Citroen C5 X vs Mercedes CLA Coupe comparison
Compare performance (145 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (39,400 £ vs 39,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 X or Mercedes CLA Coupe?
Citroen C5 X vs Mercedes CLA Coupe: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
C5 X
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Citroen C5 X is very slightly cheaper – starting at 39,400 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Coupe costs 39,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 208 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLA Coupe uses 4.9 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the Citroen C5 X with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.
CLA Coupe
Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes CLA Coupe offers considerably more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 209 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Coupe is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Citroen C5 X takes 10.4 s. That’s about 5.5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLA Coupe delivers considerably more torque with 515 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 285 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 barely lighter – 1,591 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 104 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Citroen C5 X offers noticeably more boot space – 545 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 140 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes CLA Coupe carries slightly more – 455 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 56 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Mercedes CLA Coupe 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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Mercedes CLA Coupe
Citroen C5 X
Mercedes CLA Coupe
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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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Mercedes CLA Coupe
The Mercedes CLA Coupe cuts a rakish silhouette that blends sporty coupe lines with everyday practicality, giving style-minded buyers a premium image without shouting. Inside it feels more luxurious than its size suggests, with a slick cabin, intuitive tech and a composed ride — the kind of car that parties in the city and still shows up polished on Sunday morning.
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Citroen C5 X
Mercedes CLA Coupe
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
39,400 £
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Price
39,600 - 60,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.3 - 12.7 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
542 - 792 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
116 g/km
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co2
0 - 120 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
Coupe
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,591 kg
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Curb weight
1,695 - 2,135 kg
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Trunk capacity
545 L
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Trunk capacity
405 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,815 mm
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Width
1,855 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
399 kg
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Payload
430 - 455 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
145 HP
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
230 Nm
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Torque
280 - 515 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
107 kW
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Power kW
115 - 260 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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