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Citroen C5 X vs Volvo V90 – Which model is better for everyday use?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Citroen C5 X or Volvo V90 fits your lifestyle better.

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

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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.

Citroen C5 X has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36900 £, while the Volvo V90 costs 62300 £. That’s a price difference of around 25397 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Volvo V90 manages with 0.80 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Citroen C5 X with 5.10 L. The difference is about 4.30 L per 100 km.

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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 V90 has a clearly edge – offering 455 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 310 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo V90 is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the Citroen C5 X takes 10.40 s. That’s about 5.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Citroen C5 X performs a bit better – reaching 211 km/h, while the Volvo V90 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 31 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo V90 pulls decisively stronger with 709 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 479 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Citroen C5 X is noticeable lighter – 1591 kg compared to 2075 kg. The difference is around 484 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Citroen C5 X offers a bit more room – 545 L compared to 488 L. That’s a difference of about 57 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Citroen C5 X performs somewhat better – up to 1640 L, which is about 186 L more than the Volvo V90.

When it comes to payload, Volvo V90 clearly perceptible takes the win – 515 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 116 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Volvo V90 shows itself to be wins the duel decisively 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.

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Volvo V90

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 398 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.80 L
  • Electric Range : 88 km
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Citroen C5 X

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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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Volvo V90

The Volvo V90 blends Scandinavian elegance with estate practicality, delivering a composed ride and an interior that's both luxurious and perfectly sensible. Packed with clever storage and top-flight safety kit, it's the choice for buyers who want to look classy while hauling life's chaos — without making a fuss about it.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
36900 - 39400 £
Price
62300 - 71700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.10 L
Consumption L/100km
0.80 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
88 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
co2
116 g/km
co2
18 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 L
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1591 kg
Curb weight
2075 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
488 L
Length
4805 mm
Length
4945 mm
Width
1815 mm
Width
1879 mm
Height
1485 mm
Height
1472 mm
Max trunk capacity
1640 L
Max trunk capacity
1454 L
Payload
399 kg
Payload
515 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
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
398 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.40 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 5.5 s
Max Speed
211 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
230 Nm
Torque
659 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 kW
Power kW
293 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Volvo

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