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Citroen C5 X vs Polestar 3 comparison

Compare performance (145 HP vs 517 HP), boot space and price (36,900 £ vs 67,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 X or Polestar 3?

Citroen C5 X vs Polestar 3: Key differences

Citroen C5 X

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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
  • somewhat more trunk space

Polestar 3

  • considerably more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h

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.

Citroen C5 X is clearly cheaper – starting at 36,900 £ , while the Polestar 3 costs 67,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 30,454 £.

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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 Polestar 3 offers considerably more power – delivering 517 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 372 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 3 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the Citroen C5 X takes 10.4 s. That’s about 5.7 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Citroen C5 X is only slightly faster – reaching 211 km/h, while the Polestar 3 tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 1 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 3 delivers considerably more torque with 910 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 680 Nm more.

C5 X

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Citroen C5 X is clearly lighter – 1,591 kg compared to 2,575 kg. The difference is around 984 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C5 X offers somewhat more boot space – 545 L compared to 484 L. That’s a difference of about 61 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Citroen C5 X offers slightly more capacity – up to 1,640 L, about 229 L more than the Polestar 3.

When it comes to payload, the Polestar 3 carries moderately more – 496 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 97 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 3 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.

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Polestar 3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 299 - 517 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 567 - 706 km
Citroen C5 X
Polestar 3

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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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Polestar 3

Polestar 3 arrives as a Scandinavian-styled electric SUV that marries minimalist design with a statuesque presence, looking smarter than most in the car park. Inside, the cabin feels airy and thoughtful, with tech and driving manners that lean toward composed comfort rather than outright drama — perfect for buyers who want electric prestige without shouting about it.

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Citroen C5 X
Polestar 3

Costs and Consumption

Price
36,900 - 39,400 £
Price
67,400 - 79,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
567 - 706 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
107 kWh
co2
116 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,591 kg
Curb weight
2,575 - 2,584 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
484 L
Length
4,805 mm
Length
4,900 mm
Width
1,815 mm
Width
1,935 mm
Height
1,485 mm
Height
1,614 - 1,618 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,640 L
Max trunk capacity
1,411 L
Payload
399 kg
Payload
285 - 496 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, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 HP
Power HP
299 - 517 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7.8 s
Max Speed
211 km/h
Max Speed
180 - 210 km/h
Torque
230 Nm
Torque
490 - 910 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
107 kW
Power kW
220 - 380 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Polestar
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