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Citroen C5 X vs Volvo S90 comparison

Compare performance (145 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (39,400 £ vs 62,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 X or Volvo S90?

Citroen C5 X vs Volvo S90: Key differences

Citroen C5 X

4.2 (4 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • markedly lighter
  • moderately more trunk space
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Volvo S90

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

Citroen C5 X is substantially cheaper – starting at 39,400 £ , while the Volvo S90 costs 62,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,800 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo S90 uses 0.8 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Citroen C5 X with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 4.3 L/100km.

S90

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 S90 offers clearly 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 S90 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the Citroen C5 X takes 10.4 s. That’s about 5.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo S90 delivers considerably more torque with 709 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 479 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, Citroen C5 X is markedly lighter – 1,591 kg compared to 1,912 kg. The difference is around 321 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C5 X offers moderately more boot space – 545 L compared to 453 L. That’s a difference of about 92 L.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo S90 carries clearly more – 518 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 119 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo S90 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.

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Volvo S90

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 235 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 0.8 - 5.7 L/100km
  • Electric Range 89 km
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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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Reviews Citroen C5 X

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13 Jun 2026, 13:54:21

Value for money / comfort, space unbeatable — C5 X Shine, 4‑cylinder petrol with options... heated, electrically adjustable programmable seat, 2 years, 12,000 km, €23,000

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Volvo S90

The Volvo S90 is a composed, elegant luxury sedan that dresses Scandinavian restraint in a quietly imposing package. It prioritises serene highway manners and a calm, tech‑savvy cabin, making it a car that suggests you deserve the nicer things in life without ever raising its voice.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
39,400 £
Price
62,200 - 70,500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
89 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
co2
116 g/km
co2
17 - 149 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,591 kg
Curb weight
1,912 - 2,119 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
431 - 453 L
Length
-
Length
4,969 mm
Width
1,815 mm
Width
1,879 mm
Height
-
Height
1,440 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
399 kg
Payload
451 - 518 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 HP
Power HP
235 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
230 Nm
Torque
480 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 kW
Power kW
173 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, 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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