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Citroen C5 X vs VW Caddy Compact Van comparison

Compare performance (145 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (36,900 £ vs 25,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 X or VW Caddy Compact Van?

Citroen C5 X vs VW Caddy Compact Van: Key differences

Citroen C5 X

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VW Caddy Compact Van

  • substantially cheaper
  • only slightly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • moderately lighter

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.

VW Caddy Compact Van is substantially cheaper – starting at 25,800 £ , while the Citroen C5 X costs 36,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,087 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Caddy Compact Van uses 0.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Citroen C5 X with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 4.6 L/100km.

Caddy Compact Van

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the VW Caddy Compact Van offers only slightly more power – delivering 150 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 5 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the Citroen C5 X is a bit faster – reaching 211 km/h, while the VW Caddy Compact Van tops out at 186 km/h. The difference is around 25 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Caddy Compact Van delivers noticeably more torque with 320 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 90 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.

Seats: Citroen C5 X offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, VW Caddy Compact Van is moderately lighter – 1,442 kg compared to 1,591 kg. The difference is around 149 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the VW Caddy Compact Van offers significantly more capacity – up to 3,700 L, about 2,060 L more than the Citroen C5 X.

When it comes to payload, the VW Caddy Compact Van carries substantially more – 759 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 360 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Caddy Compact Van holds a decisive overall lead 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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Caddy Compact Van

VW Caddy Compact Van

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 102 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.5 - 6.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 117 - 120 km
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Citroen C5 X

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The VW Caddy is a clever compact van that turns urban chores into something almost enjoyable, thanks to smart packaging and a cabin that refuses to feel like punishment. For buyers who want useful practicality without drama, the Caddy is a tidy, dependable choice that quietly gets the job done while remaining surprisingly pleasant to drive.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
36,900 - 39,400 £
Price
25,800 - 42,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
117 - 120 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
co2
116 g/km
co2
11 - 154 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
5
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
1,591 kg
Curb weight
1,442 - 1,818 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,805 mm
Length
4,500 - 4,853 mm
Width
1,815 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
1,485 mm
Height
1,819 - 1,823 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,640 L
Max trunk capacity
3,100 - 3,700 L
Payload
399 kg
Payload
628 - 759 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 HP
Power HP
102 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
211 km/h
Max Speed
175 - 186 km/h
Torque
230 Nm
Torque
220 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 kW
Power kW
75 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3

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

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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