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Citroen C5 X vs Renault Austral - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (145 HP vs 200 HP), boot space and price (36900 £ vs 29700 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 X or Renault Austral?

Citroen C5 X

4 (3 Reviews)
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Renault Austral

5 (2 Reviews)
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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.

Renault Austral has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29700 £, while the Citroen C5 X costs 36900 £. That’s a price difference of around 7166 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Renault Austral manages with 4.80 L and is therefore slight more efficient than the Citroen C5 X with 5.10 L. The difference is about 0.30 L per 100 km.

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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 Renault Austral has a noticeable edge – offering 200 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 55 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Austral is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 8.40 s, while the Citroen C5 X takes 10.40 s. That’s about 2 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Citroen C5 X performs a bit better – reaching 211 km/h, while the Renault Austral tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 31 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Renault Austral pulls to a small extent stronger with 270 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Renault Austral is barely noticeable lighter – 1539 kg compared to 1591 kg. The difference is around 52 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Renault Austral offers slight more room – 555 L compared to 545 L. That’s a difference of about 10 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Austral performs slight better – up to 1761 L, which is about 121 L more than the Citroen C5 X.

When it comes to payload, Renault Austral to a small extent takes the win – 477 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 78 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Renault Austral proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Renault Austral is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £29,700
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Renault Austral

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 158 - 200 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.8 - 6.5 L
Citroen C5 X
Renault Austral

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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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Renault Austral

5 (2 Reviews)
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The Renault Austral dresses the family SUV in elegant modern looks and a surprisingly grown-up cabin that feels thoughtful and livable. It balances comfort and clever technology with a relaxed road presence—an appealing choice for buyers who want style and everyday sense without fuss.

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Citroen C5 X
Renault Austral
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Costs and Consumption

Price
36900 - 39400 £
Price
29700 - 37800 £
Consumption L/100km
5.10 L
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 6.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
116 g/km
co2
109 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1591 kg
Curb weight
1539 - 1613 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
527 - 555 L
Length
4805 mm
Length
4533 mm
Width
1815 mm
Width
1825 mm
Height
1485 mm
Height
1645 mm
Max trunk capacity
1640 L
Max trunk capacity
1736 - 1761 L
Payload
399 kg
Payload
464 - 477 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 HP
Power HP
158 - 200 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.40 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
211 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
230 Nm
Torque
270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
107 kW
Power kW
116 - 147 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1332 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Renault
Is the Citroen C5 X offered with different drivetrains?

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

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.