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?
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
detailsThe 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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Price
36900 - 39400 £
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Price
35100 - 48000 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.10 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 5.1 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.80 kWh
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
79 - 455 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
58.20 kWh
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co2
116 g/km
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co2
0 - 114 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
52 L
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Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1591 kg
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Curb weight
1544 - 1879 kg
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Trunk capacity
545 L
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Trunk capacity
471 - 536 L
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Length
4805 mm
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Length
4687 mm
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Width
1815 mm
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Width
1848 mm
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Height
1485 mm
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Height
1478 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1640 L
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Max trunk capacity
1528 - 1583 L
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Payload
399 kg
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Payload
371 - 456 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
145 HP
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Power HP
145 - 225 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.40 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
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Max Speed
211 km/h
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Max Speed
160 - 233 km/h
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Torque
230 Nm
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
107 kW
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Power kW
107 - 165 kW
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Engine capacity
1199 cm3
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Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, B
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
Peugeot
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The Citroen C5 X is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.