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Citroen C5 X vs VW Amarok comparison

Compare performance (145 HP vs 240 HP), boot space and price (39,400 £ vs 43,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 X or VW Amarok?

Citroen C5 X vs VW Amarok: Key differences

Citroen C5 X

4.2 (4 Reviews)
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  • marginally cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • significantly lighter
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VW Amarok

  • noticeably more power
  • a bit 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:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Citroen C5 X is marginally cheaper – starting at 39,400 £ , while the VW Amarok costs 43,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,809 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Citroen C5 X uses 5.1 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the VW Amarok with 8.6 L/100km. The difference is about 3.5 L/100km.

Amarok

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 VW Amarok offers noticeably more power – delivering 240 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 95 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Amarok is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 8.8 s, while the Citroen C5 X takes 10.4 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Amarok delivers clearly more torque with 600 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 370 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 significantly lighter – 1,591 kg compared to 2,262 kg. The difference is around 671 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW Amarok carries considerably more – 983 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 584 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Amarok 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 £43,200
Amarok

VW Amarok

  • Engine Type Diesel
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 170 - 240 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 8.6 - 10.3 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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Reviews Citroen C5 X

4.2 (4 Reviews)
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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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VW Amarok

The VW Amarok is a surprisingly refined pickup that blends rugged capability with car-like comfort, feeling equally at home on a worksite or a weekend escape. Practical, well‑mannered and a little bit charismatic, it’s a smart choice for buyers who need honest utility without sacrificing everyday drivability — and yes, it can be oddly addictive to drive.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
39,400 £
Price
43,200 - 64,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.6 - 10.3 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
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co2
116 g/km
co2
226 - 270 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Pickup
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,591 kg
Curb weight
2,262 - 2,423 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
5,350 mm
Width
1,815 mm
Width
1,910 mm
Height
-
Height
1,871 - 1,884 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
399 kg
Payload
883 - 983 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 HP
Power HP
170 - 240 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 11.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
180 - 190 km/h
Torque
230 Nm
Torque
405 - 600 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
107 kW
Power kW
125 - 177 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,996 - 2,993 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Citroen
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the Citroen C5 X?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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