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Citroen C5 X vs NIO ET7 comparison

Compare performance (145 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (39,400 £ vs 59,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 X or NIO ET7?

Citroen C5 X vs NIO ET7: Key differences

Citroen C5 X

4.2 (4 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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NIO ET7

  • clearly more power
  • substantially 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 significantly cheaper – starting at 39,400 £ , while the NIO ET7 costs 59,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,486 £.

ET7

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 NIO ET7 offers clearly more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 508 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO ET7 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Citroen C5 X takes 10.4 s. That’s about 6.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO ET7 delivers significantly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 620 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 substantially lighter – 1,591 kg compared to 2,434 kg. The difference is around 843 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C5 X offers noticeably more boot space – 545 L compared to 363 L. That’s a difference of about 182 L.

When it comes to payload, the NIO ET7 carries somewhat more – 466 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 67 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO ET7 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 £59,900
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NIO ET7

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 653 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19 - 19.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 451 - 584 km
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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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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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NIO ET7

The NIO ET7 arrives like a calm thunderstorm — sleek, silent and unapologetically clever, turning motorway cruising into the sort of effortless glide that makes other cars feel noisy and rehearsed. Inside, it's all luxury sofas and smart gadgets that actually help rather than confuse, so buyers who crave tech and comfort will feel like they've upgraded their life without needing to spellcheck the manual.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
39,400 £
Price
59,900 - 68,900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 19.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
451 - 584 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
116 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,591 kg
Curb weight
2,434 - 2,454 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
363 L
Length
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Length
5,101 mm
Width
1,815 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Height
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Height
1,509 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
399 kg
Payload
446 - 466 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 HP
Power HP
653 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
230 Nm
Torque
850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
107 kW
Power kW
480 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2022
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
NIO
What drive types are available for the Citroen C5 X?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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