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Citroen C5 X vs Mitsubishi Outlander comparison

Compare performance (145 HP vs 306 HP), boot space and price (39,400 £ vs 42,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 X or Mitsubishi Outlander?

Citroen C5 X vs Mitsubishi Outlander: Key differences

Citroen C5 X

4 (3 Reviews)
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  • only slightly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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Mitsubishi Outlander

4.8 (4 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • 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.

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.

Citroen C5 X is only slightly cheaper – starting at 39,400 £ , while the Mitsubishi Outlander costs 42,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,420 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mitsubishi Outlander uses 2.6 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Citroen C5 X with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 2.5 L/100km.

Outlander

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Mitsubishi Outlander offers significantly more power – delivering 306 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 161 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mitsubishi Outlander is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.9 s, while the Citroen C5 X takes 10.4 s. That’s about 2.5 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 clearly lighter – 1,591 kg compared to 2,070 kg. The difference is around 479 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mitsubishi Outlander carries clearly more – 595 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 196 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mitsubishi Outlander stands well ahead of its rival 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 £42,800
Outlander

Mitsubishi Outlander

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 306 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.6 - 2.7 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 83 - 85 km
Citroen C5 X
Mitsubishi Outlander

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Mitsubishi Outlander

The Mitsubishi Outlander is a sensible family SUV that blends roomy practicality with a calm, assured ride—ideal for school runs and weekend getaways. It won’t set pulses racing, but its tidy interior, straightforward equipment and low-stress ownership make it a smart, unfussy pick for buyers who prefer reliability over flash.

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Citroen C5 X
Mitsubishi Outlander

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,400 £
Price
42,800 - 53,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.6 - 2.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
83 - 85 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
116 g/km
co2
60 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
2,070 - 2,120 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,815 mm
Width
1,862 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
399 kg
Payload
545 - 595 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 HP
Power HP
306 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
230 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 kW
Power kW
225 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
2,360 cm3

General

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