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Citroen C5 X vs Renault Austral comparison

Compare performance (145 HP vs 148 HP), boot space and price (39,400 £ vs 29,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 X or Renault Austral?

Citroen C5 X vs Renault Austral: Key differences

Citroen C5 X

4 (3 Reviews)
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  • markedly more efficient
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Renault Austral

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • only slightly more power
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

C5 X

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Renault Austral is noticeably cheaper – starting at 29,900 £ , while the Citroen C5 X costs 39,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,514 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Citroen C5 X uses 5.1 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the Renault Austral with 6.4 L/100km. The difference is about 1.3 L/100km.

Austral

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 Renault Austral offers only slightly more power – delivering 148 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 3 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Austral is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 9.9 s, while the Citroen C5 X takes 10.4 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Renault Austral delivers slightly more torque with 270 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 40 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, Renault Austral is marginally lighter – 1,548 kg compared to 1,591 kg. The difference is around 43 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Austral carries slightly more – 455 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 56 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Austral leads convincingly 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.

from £29,900
Austral

Renault Austral

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 148 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 6.4 L/100km
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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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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
39,400 £
Price
29,900 - 34,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
116 g/km
co2
145 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,591 kg
Curb weight
1,548 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,815 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
399 kg
Payload
455 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 HP
Power HP
148 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 Nm
Torque
270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 kW
Power kW
109 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Renault
What drive types are available for the Citroen C5 X?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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