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Citroen C5 X vs Mercedes GLE comparison

Compare performance (145 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (39,400 £ vs 78,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 X or Mercedes GLE?

Citroen C5 X vs Mercedes GLE: Key differences

Citroen C5 X

4.2 (4 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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Mercedes GLE

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit more trunk space
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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.

Citroen C5 X is substantially cheaper – starting at 39,400 £ , while the Mercedes GLE costs 78,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 39,484 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes GLE uses 3.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Citroen C5 X with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 1.9 L/100km.

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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 Mercedes GLE offers considerably more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 440 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLE is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Citroen C5 X takes 10.4 s. That’s about 5.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLE delivers significantly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 520 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 clearly lighter – 1,591 kg compared to 2,390 kg. The difference is around 799 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLE offers a bit more boot space – 655 L compared to 545 L. That’s a difference of about 110 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLE carries clearly more – 770 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 371 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes GLE 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.

from £78,900
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Mercedes GLE

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Plug-in Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 309 - 585 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 3.2 - 10.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range 91 - 104 km
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Reviews Citroen C5 X

4.2 (4 Reviews)
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Flament
13 Jun 2026, 13:54:21

Value for money / comfort, space unbeatable — C5 X Shine, 4‑cylinder petrol with options... heated, electrically adjustable programmable seat, 2 years, 12,000 km, €23,000

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Mercedes GLE

The Mercedes GLE blends luxurious comfort with a confident road presence, wrapping tech and refinement in an SUV shape that still knows how to behave on a twisty back road. Inside it's plush and quiet, with clever storage and driver aids that make long trips effortless — plus the badge gives it that easy-to-respect curb appeal.

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4.7 (3 Reviews)
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Andreas
7 Jun 2026, 08:43:32

Mercedes is completely superior to Volvo, which feels plasticky and noisy with poor fit and finish, a poor tactile feel in the controls and a lack of buttons.

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Victor
10 Apr 2026, 07:46:13

I just love Benz cars

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Citroen C5 X
Mercedes GLE

Costs and Consumption
Price
39,400 £
Price
78,900 - 115,800 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3.2 - 10.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
91 - 104 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
116 g/km
co2
72 - 241 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,591 kg
Curb weight
2,390 - 2,815 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
485 - 655 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,815 mm
Width
2,010 - 2,018 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
399 kg
Payload
495 - 770 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plug-in Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 HP
Power HP
309 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
230 Nm
Torque
560 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
107 kW
Power kW
227 - 430 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
2,989 - 2,999 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drive types are available for the Citroen C5 X?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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