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Citroen C5 X vs Volvo S60 comparison

Compare performance (145 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (36,900 £ vs 42,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 X or Volvo S60?

Citroen C5 X vs Volvo S60: Key differences

Citroen C5 X

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  • somewhat cheaper
  • only slightly lighter
  • markedly more trunk space

Volvo S60

  • significantly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h

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

C5 X

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Citroen C5 X is somewhat cheaper – starting at 36,900 £ , while the Volvo S60 costs 42,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,606 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo S60 uses 0.7 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Citroen C5 X with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 4.4 L/100km.

S60

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 Volvo S60 offers significantly more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 310 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo S60 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Citroen C5 X takes 10.4 s. That’s about 5.8 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Citroen C5 X is somewhat faster – reaching 211 km/h, while the Volvo S60 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 31 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo S60 delivers significantly more torque with 709 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 479 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, Citroen C5 X is only slightly lighter – 1,591 kg compared to 1,715 kg. The difference is around 124 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C5 X offers markedly more boot space – 545 L compared to 427 L. That’s a difference of about 118 L.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo S60 carries slightly more – 475 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 76 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo S60 is decisively ahead 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.

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S60

Volvo S60

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 197 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.7 - 7.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 94 km
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The Volvo S60 wears Scandinavian understatement like a tailored suit, pairing a serene cabin with composed handling that makes the daily commute feel unexpectedly civilized. For buyers after executive looks, rock‑solid safety and practical versatility — with a dash of discreet luxury — it's a persuasive pick that doesn't need to shout for attention.

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Volvo S60

Costs and Consumption
Price
36,900 - 39,400 £
Price
42,500 - 65,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
94 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
co2
116 g/km
co2
16 - 161 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 L
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,591 kg
Curb weight
1,715 - 2,039 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
390 - 427 L
Length
4,805 mm
Length
4,778 mm
Width
1,815 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
1,485 mm
Height
1,431 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,640 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
399 kg
Payload
461 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 HP
Power HP
197 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
211 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
230 Nm
Torque
300 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 kW
Power kW
145 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Volvo
What drive types are available for the Citroen C5 X?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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