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Citroen C5 X vs VW Passat – Which car suits you better?
Two cars, one duel: Citroen C5 X meets VW Passat.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!
C5 X
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Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
VW Passat has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 35700 £, while the Citroen C5 X costs 36900 £. That’s a price difference of around 1174 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Passat manages with 1.20 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Citroen C5 X with 5.10 L. The difference is about 3.90 L per 100 km.
Passat
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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 VW Passat has a decisively edge – offering 272 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 127 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Passat is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 5.80 s, while the Citroen C5 X takes 10.40 s. That’s about 4.60 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the VW Passat performs somewhat better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Citroen C5 X tops out at 211 km/h. The difference is around 39 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: VW Passat pulls significantly stronger with 400 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 170 Nm difference.
C5 X
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Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, VW Passat is minimal lighter – 1573 kg compared to 1591 kg. The difference is around 18 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW Passat offers distinct more room – 690 L compared to 545 L. That’s a difference of about 145 L.
In maximum load capacity, the VW Passat performs slightly better – up to 1920 L, which is about 280 L more than the Citroen C5 X.
When it comes to payload, VW Passat evident takes the win – 577 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 178 kg.
Who wins the race?
The VW Passat proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW Passat is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
from about £35,700
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VW Passat
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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VW Passat
The VW Passat is the grown-up family car that gets the basics absolutely right — roomy, comfortable and built to handle weekday commutes and weekend getaways without fuss. It won't set your pulse racing, but its calm composure and sensible packaging make it boring in the best possible way: a dependable, no‑drama choice for buyers who value practicality over flash.
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Citroen C5 X
VW Passat
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
36900 - 39400 £
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Price
35700 - 58500 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.10 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 8 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
124 - 135 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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co2
116 g/km
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co2
28 - 181 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
52 L
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 66 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1591 kg
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Curb weight
1573 - 1858 kg
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Trunk capacity
545 L
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Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
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Length
4805 mm
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Length
4917 mm
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Width
1815 mm
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Width
1849 mm
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Height
1485 mm
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Height
1521 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1640 L
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Max trunk capacity
1770 - 1920 L
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Payload
399 kg
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Payload
501 - 577 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
145 HP
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Power HP
122 - 272 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.40 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 10.7 s
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Max Speed
211 km/h
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Max Speed
212 - 250 km/h
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Torque
230 Nm
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Torque
250 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
107 kW
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Power kW
90 - 200 kW
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Engine capacity
1199 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, E, B
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
VW
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Is the Citroen C5 X offered with different drivetrains?
The Citroen C5 X is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.