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Citroen C5 X vs Nissan Qashqai comparison

Compare performance (145 HP vs 205 HP), boot space and price (39,400 £ vs 29,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 X or Nissan Qashqai?

Citroen C5 X vs Nissan Qashqai: Key differences

Citroen C5 X

4 (3 Reviews)
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  • barely more trunk space
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Nissan Qashqai

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • noticeably more power
  • moderately more efficient
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

C5 X

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Nissan Qashqai is markedly cheaper – starting at 29,600 £ , while the Citroen C5 X costs 39,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,823 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Nissan Qashqai uses 4.3 L/100km and is moderately more efficient than the Citroen C5 X with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 L/100km.

Qashqai

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 Nissan Qashqai offers noticeably more power – delivering 205 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 60 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan Qashqai is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the Citroen C5 X takes 10.4 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Qashqai delivers markedly more torque with 330 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 100 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, Nissan Qashqai is slightly lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 1,591 kg. The difference is around 171 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C5 X offers barely more boot space – 545 L compared to 504 L. That’s a difference of about 41 L.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Qashqai carries clearly more – 516 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 117 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Qashqai 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 £29,600
Qashqai

Nissan Qashqai

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 158 - 205 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.3 - 6.8 L/100km
Citroen C5 X
Nissan Qashqai

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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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Nissan Qashqai

The Nissan Qashqai blends practical, family-friendly packaging with SUV styling that refuses to shout, making it a sensible and dependable choice for everyday life. It’s comfortable to live with, economical on the road, and neatly equipped enough to feel modern without ever feeling precious — perfect if you want crossover versatility without the drama.

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Citroen C5 X
Nissan Qashqai

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,400 £
Price
29,600 - 39,900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
116 g/km
co2
98 - 152 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
1,420 - 1,624 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,815 mm
Width
1,835 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
399 kg
Payload
446 - 516 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 HP
Power HP
158 - 205 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 Nm
Torque
260 - 330 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
107 kW
Power kW
116 - 151 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,498 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Nissan
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