Compare performance (145 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (36900 £ vs 36800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 X or Skoda Kodiaq?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Skoda Kodiaq has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36800 £ , while the Citroen C5 X costs 36900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 60 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Kodiaq manages with 1.50 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Citroen C5 X with 5.10 L. The difference is about 3.60 L per 100 km.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Skoda Kodiaq has a decisively edge – offering 265 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 120 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Kodiaq is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 6.30 s, while the Citroen C5 X takes 10.40 s. That’s about 4.10 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Skoda Kodiaq performs barely noticeable better – reaching 231 km/h, while the Citroen C5 X tops out at 211 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Skoda Kodiaq pulls clearly stronger with 400 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 170 Nm difference.
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 slight lighter – 1591 kg compared to 1684 kg. The difference is around 93 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Skoda Kodiaq offers significantly more room – 910 L compared to 545 L. That’s a difference of about 365 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Kodiaq performs noticeable better – up to 2105 L, which is about 465 L more than the Citroen C5 X.
When it comes to payload, Skoda Kodiaq noticeable takes the win – 563 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 164 kg.
Overall, the Skoda Kodiaq shows itself to be is largely superior 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.
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 Skoda Kodiaq blends sensible practicality with surprising style, so families and weekend adventurers get roomy comfort without looking like a moving van. It feels calm and composed on the road, packs clever storage and user-friendly tech, and manages to deliver a near-premium vibe without the pretension.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
36900 - 39400 £
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Price
36800 - 49600 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.10 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.2 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
119 - 122 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
116 g/km
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co2
35 - 186 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
52 L
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Fuel tank capacity
55 - 58 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
1684 - 1970 kg
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Trunk capacity
545 L
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Trunk capacity
745 - 910 L
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Length
4805 mm
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Length
4758 - 4761 mm
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Width
1815 mm
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Width
1864 mm
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Height
1485 mm
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Height
1663 - 1683 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1640 L
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Max trunk capacity
2105 L
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Payload
399 kg
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Payload
460 - 563 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, 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
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
145 HP
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Power HP
150 - 265 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.40 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 9.7 s
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Max Speed
211 km/h
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Max Speed
205 - 231 km/h
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Torque
230 Nm
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Torque
250 - 400 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
110 - 195 kW
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Engine capacity
1199 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 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
F, G, E, B
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
Skoda
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The Citroen C5 X is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.