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Citroen C5 X vs VW Arteon comparison

Compare performance (145 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (39,400 £ vs 43,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 X or VW Arteon?

Citroen C5 X vs VW Arteon: Key differences

Citroen C5 X

4.2 (4 Reviews)
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  • marginally cheaper
  • barely lighter
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VW Arteon

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly 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:

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 Arteon costs 43,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,853 £.

Both cars consume an average of 5.1 L/100km – no difference here.

Arteon

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 Arteon offers clearly more power – delivering 320 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 175 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Arteon is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Citroen C5 X takes 10.4 s. That’s about 5.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Arteon delivers significantly more torque with 420 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 190 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 barely lighter – 1,591 kg compared to 1,607 kg. The difference is around 16 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Arteon offers very slightly more boot space – 590 L compared to 545 L. That’s a difference of about 45 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Arteon carries noticeably more – 569 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 170 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Arteon stands well ahead of its rival 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 £43,300
Arteon

VW Arteon

  • Engine Type Diesel, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 320 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.1 - 8.6 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

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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 Arteon

The VW Arteon cuts a fastback silhouette that manages to look more expensive than it is, with a cabin that feels calm, roomy and smartly finished. It blends relaxed long distance comfort with a touch of sporting poise, making it a clever choice for buyers who want grand touring polish without shouting for attention.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
39,400 £
Price
43,300 - 60,800 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 8.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
116 g/km
co2
133 - 195 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
66 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,591 kg
Curb weight
1,607 - 1,773 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
590 L
Length
-
Length
4,866 mm
Width
1,815 mm
Width
1,871 mm
Height
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Height
1,434 - 1,451 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,632 L
Payload
399 kg
Payload
467 - 569 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 HP
Power HP
150 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
Torque
230 Nm
Torque
320 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 kW
Power kW
110 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,968 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, 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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