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Citroen C5 X vs Porsche Cayenne – Which model is better for everyday use?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 X or Porsche Cayenne?

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Citroen C5 X has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36900 £, while the Porsche Cayenne costs 87000 £. That’s a price difference of around 50092 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Porsche Cayenne manages with 4 L and is therefore distinct more efficient than the Citroen C5 X with 5.10 L. The difference is about 1.10 L per 100 km.

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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 Porsche Cayenne has a clearly edge – offering 739 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 594 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Cayenne is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.60 s, while the Citroen C5 X takes 10.40 s. That’s about 6.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Porsche Cayenne performs noticeable better – reaching 305 km/h, while the Citroen C5 X tops out at 211 km/h. The difference is around 94 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Porsche Cayenne pulls clearly stronger with 950 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 720 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Citroen C5 X is evident lighter – 1591 kg compared to 2130 kg. The difference is around 539 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Porsche Cayenne offers distinct more room – 772 L compared to 545 L. That’s a difference of about 227 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Porsche Cayenne performs minimal better – up to 1708 L, which is about 68 L more than the Citroen C5 X.

When it comes to payload, Porsche Cayenne clearly takes the win – 705 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 306 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Porsche Cayenne shows itself to be dominates this comparison and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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Porsche Cayenne

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 353 - 739 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4 - 12.2 L
  • Electric Range : 74 - 83 km
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Citroen C5 X

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The Citroën C5 X merges the elegance of a saloon with the versatility of an SUV, offering a unique silhouette that stands out in its class. Its spacious and plush interior prioritises comfort, making every journey an indulgent experience. Equipped with advanced technology features, the C5 X ensures a connected and smooth drive.

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Porsche Cayenne

Der Porsche Cayenne präsentiert sich als beeindruckender Vertreter der Premium-SUVs und verbindet kraftvolles Design mit luxuriösem Komfort. Sein dynamisches Fahrverhalten und die hochwertigen Materialien im Innenraum machen jede Fahrt zu einem besonderen Erlebnis. Zudem bietet der Cayenne modernste Technologiefunktionen, die sowohl Unterhaltung als auch Sicherheit gewährleisten.

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C5 X
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Costs and Consumption
Price
36900 - 39400 £
Price
87000 - 186400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.10 L
Consumption L/100km
4 - 12.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
74 - 83 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
21.80 kWh
co2
116 g/km
co2
90 - 277 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 L
Fuel tank capacity
70 - 90 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1591 kg
Curb weight
2130 - 2670 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
434 - 772 L
Length
4805 mm
Length
4930 mm
Width
1815 mm
Width
1983 - 1989 mm
Height
1485 mm
Height
1652 - 1698 mm
Max trunk capacity
1640 L
Max trunk capacity
1344 - 1708 L
Payload
399 kg
Payload
365 - 705 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 HP
Power HP
353 - 739 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.40 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 6 s
Max Speed
211 km/h
Max Speed
248 - 305 km/h
Torque
230 Nm
Torque
500 - 950 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
107 kW
Power kW
260 - 544 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
2995 - 3996 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, C
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Porsche

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Is the Citroen C5 X offered with different drivetrains?

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

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