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Citroen C5 X vs Tesla Model Y comparison

Compare performance (145 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (39,400 £ vs 34,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 X or Tesla Model Y?

Citroen C5 X vs Tesla Model Y: Key differences

Citroen C5 X

4 (3 Reviews)
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  • noticeably lighter
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Tesla Model Y

4.5 (5 Reviews)
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  • moderately cheaper
  • significantly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

C5 X

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Tesla Model Y is moderately cheaper – starting at 34,300 £ , while the Citroen C5 X costs 39,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,151 £.

Model Y

Engine and Performance:

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 Tesla Model Y offers significantly more power – delivering 460 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 315 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model Y is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Citroen C5 X takes 10.4 s. That’s about 6.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Tesla Model Y delivers substantially more torque with 660 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 430 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.

Seats: Tesla Model Y offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Citroen C5 X is noticeably lighter – 1,591 kg compared to 1,953 kg. The difference is around 362 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model Y offers visibly more boot space – 822 L compared to 545 L. That’s a difference of about 277 L.

When it comes to payload, the Tesla Model Y carries moderately more – 472 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 73 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model Y is clearly superior 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 £34,300
Model Y

Tesla Model Y

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 299 - 460 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 12.7 - 16.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 534 - 657 km
Citroen C5 X
Tesla Model Y

Costs and Consumption

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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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Tesla Model Y

The Tesla Model Y is a tech‑forward family SUV that marries blistering efficiency with enormous interior space, calm motorway manners and the obvious convenience of Tesla’s charging ecosystem and over‑the‑air updates. Its minimalist, screen‑centric cabin and rather firm ride — plus limited rear visibility and the absence of Apple CarPlay/Android Auto — are trade‑offs that will bother buyers who prioritise comfort or traditional ergonomics.

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Citroen C5 X
Tesla Model Y

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,400 £
Price
34,300 - 53,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
534 - 657 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
64.5 - 83 kWh
co2
116 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,591 kg
Curb weight
1,953 - 2,108 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
822 L
Length
-
Length
4,790 - 4,797 mm
Width
1,815 mm
Width
1,920 - 1,921 mm
Height
-
Height
1,621 - 1,624 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,118 - 2,138 L
Payload
399 kg
Payload
435 - 472 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 HP
Power HP
299 - 460 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
201 km/h
Torque
230 Nm
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
107 kW
Power kW
220 - 338 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Tesla
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