Citroen C5 X alternatives & comparisons

Here you can find alternatives to the Citroen C5 X, based on existing comparison pages and popular model matchups. We currently show 6 suitable models as a starting point for your buying decision.

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.

Alternative models

These models are frequently compared with the Citroen C5 X and are good next research steps.

from £29,100

Citroen C5 Aircross

Price : 29,100 - 43,000 £
Body Type : SUV
Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission : Automatic
Transmission Detail : Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP : 145 - 225 HP
Consumption L/100km : 2.5 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km : 17 kWh/100km
Electric Range : 81 - 520 km
Seats : 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h : 8.3 - 11.2 s
Model Year : 2,025 - 2,026
Torque : 230 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders : 3 - 4
Model : C5 Aircross
Modell : C5 Aircross Hybrid 145, e-C5 Aircross 210 Komfort Range, C5 Aircross Plug-In-Hybrid 225
CO2 Efficiency Class : D, A, B
Trim Level : You e-DCS6, Plus e-DCS6, Max e-DCS6, You, Plus, Max, Plus e-DCS7, Team D e-DCS6, Max e-DCS7, Team D e-DCS7, Team D
Power kW : 107 - 165 kW
co2 : 0 - 121 g/km
Engine capacity : 1,199 - 1,598 cm3
Curb weight : 1,629 - 2,184 kg
Trunk capacity : 565 L
Width : 1,870 mm
Brand : Citroen
Payload : 446 - 471 kg

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Quick data check: Citroen C5 Aircross

only slightly lighter
markedly cheaper
clearly more power
substantially more efficient
visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
only slightly more trunk space

from £44,600

Peugeot 508

Price : 44,600 - 60,800 £
Body Type : Hatchback
Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
Transmission : Automatic
Transmission Detail : Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP : 180 - 360 HP
Consumption L/100km : 1.6 - 2 L/100km
Electric Range : 46 - 55 km
Seats : 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h : 5.2 - 8.2 s
Model Year : 2024
Max Speed : 230 - 250 km/h
Torque : 360 - 520 Nm
Number of Cylinders : 4
Doors : 5
Model : 508
Modell : 508 1.6 HYBRID 180, 508 1.6 HYBRID 225, 508 PSE HYBRID4 360
CO2 Efficiency Class : B
Trim Level : Allure e-EAT8, e-EAT8
Power kW : 133 - 265 kW
co2 : 36 - 45 g/km
Engine capacity : 1,598 cm3
Curb weight : 1,811 - 1,941 kg
Fuel tank capacity : 43 L
Trunk capacity : 487 L
Length : 4,750 mm
Width : 1,859 mm
Height : 1,403 mm
Brand : Peugeot
Max trunk capacity : 1,537 L
Payload : 379 - 469 kg

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Peugeot 508 as a suitable alternative to Citroen C5 X

In the clash of the French titans, the Citroen C5 X and the Peugeot 508 each deliver a unique interpretation of modern luxury and performance. The Citroen C5 X impresses with its innovative blend of SUV practicality and sedan elegance, offering a spacious interior and smooth ride that undercut the segment's traditional designs. On the other hand, the Peugeot 508 captivates with its sleek, coupe-like profile and dynamic handling, creating an engaging driving experience that appeals to those who value style and agility in equal measure.

The Peugeot 508 turns heads with a low-slung, almost coupe-like silhouette and a cabin that feels grown-up and surprisingly premium for the money. On the road it balances comfort and poise with a playful edge, making it a convincing choice for buyers who want something stylish and sensible without shouting for attention.

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Quick data check: Peugeot 508

noticeably cheaper
slightly lighter
somewhat more trunk space
significantly more power
significantly more efficient
clearly quicker 0–100 km/h

from £35,100

Peugeot 3008

Price : 35,100 - 52,000 £
Body Type : SUV
Engine Type : Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission : Automatic
Transmission Detail : Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP : 145 - 325 HP
Consumption L/100km : 2.4 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km : 16.9 - 17.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range : 81 - 698 km
Battery Capacity : 0.4 - 96.9 kWh
Seats : 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h : 6 - 10.2 s
Model Year : 2,024 - 2,026
Max Speed : 170 - 201 km/h
Torque : 230 - 511 Nm
Number of Cylinders : 3 - 4
Doors : 5
Model : 3008
Modell : e-3008 210, e-3008 230 Long Range, 3008 1.2 Hybrid 145, e-3008 325, 3008 1.6 Plug-In Hybrid 225
CO2 Efficiency Class : A, D, B
Trim Level : Allure, GT, Allure e-DSC6, GT e-DSC6, Allure Business e-DSC6, Allure Business, GT Exclusive e-DSC6, GT Exclusive, GT Exclusive AWD, Allure e-DSC7, Allure Business e-DSC7, GT e-DSC7, GT Exclusive e-DSC7, Allure AWD, Allure Business AWD, GT AWD
Power kW : 107 - 239 kW
co2 : 0 - 121 g/km
Engine capacity : 1,199 - 1,598 cm3
Curb weight : 1,648 - 2,266 kg
Fuel tank capacity : 55 L
Trunk capacity : 470 - 520 L
Length : 4,542 mm
Width : 1,895 mm
Height : 1,641 mm
Brand : Peugeot
Max trunk capacity : 1,430 - 1,480 L
Payload : 432 - 467 kg

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Quick data check: Peugeot 3008

marginally lighter
only slightly more trunk space
only slightly cheaper
considerably more power
substantially more efficient
clearly quicker 0–100 km/h

from £20,600

Citroen C4

Price : 20,600 - 32,200 £
Body Type : SUV
Engine Type : Electric, Petrol MHEV
Transmission : Automatic
Transmission Detail : Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP : 110 - 156 HP
Consumption L/100km : 4.7 - 4.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km : 14.5 - 15.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range : 354 - 427 km
Battery Capacity : 46 - 51 kWh
Seats : 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h : 8 - 10.8 s
Model Year : 2,025 - 2,026
Max Speed : 150 km/h
Torque : 205 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders : 3
Doors : 4 - 5
Model : C4
Modell : e-C4 136, e-C4 156, e-C4 X 136, e-C4 X 156, C4 Hybrid 110, C4 Hybrid 145, C4 X Hybrid 145
CO2 Efficiency Class : A, C
Trim Level : You, Plus, Max, You e-DSC6, Plus e-DSC6, Max e-DSC6, Team D e-DSC6, Team D
Power kW : 81 - 115 kW
co2 : 0 - 108 g/km
Engine capacity : 1,199 cm3
Curb weight : 1,403 - 1,659 kg
Trunk capacity : 380 - 510 L
Length : 4,350 - 4,580 mm
Width : 1,800 - 1,834 mm
Height : 1,520 - 1,525 mm
Brand : Citroen
Max trunk capacity : 1,250 - 1,360 L
Payload : 379 - 406 kg

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Quick data check: Citroen C4

very slightly more trunk space
considerably cheaper
barely more power
very slightly more efficient
markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
slightly lighter

from £28,500

Renault Arkana

Price : 28,500 - 31,900 £
Body Type : SUV
Engine Type : Full Hybrid
Transmission : Automatic
Transmission Detail : Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP : 143 HP
Consumption L/100km : 4.7 L/100km
Seats : 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h : 10.8 s
Model Year : 2025
Torque : 205 Nm
Number of Cylinders : 4
Model : Arkana
Modell : Arkana E-Tech Full Hybrid 145
CO2 Efficiency Class : C
Trim Level : Techno Multi-Mode-Automatik, Esprit Alpine Multi-Mode-Automatik
Power kW : 105 kW
co2 : 106 g/km
Engine capacity : 1,598 cm3
Curb weight : 1,510 kg
Width : 1,821 mm
Brand : Renault
Payload : 451 kg

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Quick data check: Renault Arkana

barely more power
barely quicker 0–100 km/h
noticeably cheaper
only slightly more efficient
very slightly lighter

from £55,100

DS Automobiles DS 9

Price : 55,100 - 74,100 £
Body Type : Sedan
Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
Transmission : Automatic
Transmission Detail : Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP : 250 - 360 HP
Consumption L/100km : 1.2 - 1.7 L/100km
Electric Range : 62 - 75 km
Seats : 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h : 5.6 - 8.1 s
Model Year : 2,021 - 2,023
Max Speed : 240 - 250 km/h
Torque : 320 - 520 Nm
Number of Cylinders : 4
Doors : 4
Model : DS 9
Modell : DS 9 E-Tense 250, DS 9 E-Tense 360
CO2 Efficiency Class : B
Trim Level : Esprit de Voyage Automatik, Opera Première Automatik, Rivoli+ Automatik, Esprit de Voyage 4x4 Automatik, Opera Première 4x4 Automatik, Rivoli+ 4x4 Automatik
Power kW : 183 - 265 kW
co2 : 28 - 38 g/km
Engine capacity : 1,598 cm3
Curb weight : 1,864 - 1,931 kg
Fuel tank capacity : 42 L
Trunk capacity : 510 L
Length : 4,934 mm
Width : 1,855 mm
Height : 1,459 mm
Brand : DS Automobiles
Payload : 486 - 489 kg

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Quick data check: DS Automobiles DS 9

clearly cheaper
slightly lighter
marginally more trunk space
considerably more power
substantially more efficient
substantially quicker 0–100 km/h

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