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Citroen C5 X vs Skoda Octavia Combi comparison

Compare performance (145 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (36,900 £ vs 25,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 X or Skoda Octavia Combi?

Citroen C5 X vs Skoda Octavia Combi: Key differences

Citroen C5 X

4 (3 Reviews)
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Skoda Octavia Combi

  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially more power
  • a bit more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
  • somewhat more trunk space

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

C5 X

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Skoda Octavia Combi is clearly cheaper – starting at 25,600 £ , while the Citroen C5 X costs 36,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,331 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Octavia Combi uses 4.4 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the Citroen C5 X with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.7 L/100km.

Octavia Combi

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 Skoda Octavia Combi offers substantially more power – delivering 265 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 120 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Octavia Combi is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 6.5 s, while the Citroen C5 X takes 10.4 s. That’s about 3.9 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Skoda Octavia Combi is a bit faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Citroen C5 X tops out at 211 km/h. The difference is around 39 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Skoda Octavia Combi delivers markedly more torque with 370 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 140 Nm more.

C5 X

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Skoda Octavia Combi is a bit lighter – 1,366 kg compared to 1,591 kg. The difference is around 225 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Octavia Combi offers somewhat more boot space – 640 L compared to 545 L. That’s a difference of about 95 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Skoda Octavia Combi offers barely more capacity – up to 1,700 L, about 60 L more than the Citroen C5 X.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Octavia Combi carries noticeably more – 534 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 135 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Octavia Combi is far ahead overall 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 £25,600
Octavia Combi

Skoda Octavia Combi

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 265 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.4 - 6.9 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 Skoda Octavia Combi is the sensible family wagon that somehow turns grocery runs and long trips into a pleasant, unshowy experience — spacious, practical and built like it prefers reliability over flash. With smart touches, clever storage and a cabin that feels grown-up rather than frugal, it’s an easy recommendation for buyers who want maximum utility without sacrificing comfort or style.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
36,900 - 39,400 £
Price
25,600 - 42,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.9 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
113 - 157 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,591 kg
Curb weight
1,366 - 1,553 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
640 L
Length
4,805 mm
Length
4,698 - 4,709 mm
Width
1,815 mm
Width
1,829 mm
Height
1,485 mm
Height
1,455 - 1,468 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,640 L
Max trunk capacity
1,700 L
Payload
399 kg
Payload
471 - 534 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 HP
Power HP
116 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
211 km/h
Max Speed
203 - 250 km/h
Torque
230 Nm
Torque
220 - 370 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 kW
Power kW
85 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, C
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Skoda
What drive types are available for the Citroen C5 X?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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