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Citroen C5 X vs Peugeot 408 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (145 HP vs 225 HP), boot space and price (36900 £ vs 35100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 X or Peugeot 408?

Citroen C5 X

4 (3 Reviews)
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Peugeot 408

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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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.

Peugeot 408 has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 35100 £ , while the Citroen C5 X costs 36900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1791 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 408 manages with 2.70 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Citroen C5 X with 5.10 L. The difference is about 2.40 L per 100 km.

408

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 Peugeot 408 has a distinct edge – offering 225 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 80 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 408 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.20 s, while the Citroen C5 X takes 10.40 s. That’s about 3.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Peugeot 408 performs slight better – reaching 233 km/h, while the Citroen C5 X tops out at 211 km/h. The difference is around 22 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Peugeot 408 pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 360 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, Peugeot 408 is hardly perceptible lighter – 1544 kg compared to 1591 kg. The difference is around 47 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Citroen C5 X offers barely noticeable more room – 545 L compared to 536 L. That’s a difference of about 9 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Citroen C5 X performs slight better – up to 1640 L, which is about 57 L more than the Peugeot 408.

When it comes to payload, Peugeot 408 a bit takes the win – 456 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 57 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 408 holds a decisive overall lead 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.

Citroen C5 X
Peugeot 408

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408

Peugeot 408

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 145 - 225 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.7 - 5.1 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.80 kWh
  • Electric Range : 79 - 455 km

Citroen C5 X

4 (3 Reviews)
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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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Peugeot 408

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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The Peugeot 408 blends a coupe-like roofline with practical sensibility, delivering striking looks and a surprisingly airy, premium-feeling cabin. On the road it prefers comfort and poise over manic thrills, making it a smart, stylish choice for buyers who want something a bit different from the usual family hatchback.

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Citroen C5 X
Peugeot 408

Costs and Consumption

Price
36900 - 39400 £
Price
35100 - 48000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.10 L
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 5.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.80 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
79 - 455 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
58.20 kWh
co2
116 g/km
co2
0 - 114 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 L
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1591 kg
Curb weight
1544 - 1879 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
471 - 536 L
Length
4805 mm
Length
4687 mm
Width
1815 mm
Width
1848 mm
Height
1485 mm
Height
1478 mm
Max trunk capacity
1640 L
Max trunk capacity
1528 - 1583 L
Payload
399 kg
Payload
371 - 456 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 HP
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.40 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
211 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 233 km/h
Torque
230 Nm
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 kW
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, B
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Peugeot
Is the Citroen C5 X offered with different drivetrains?

The Citroen C5 X is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.