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There is a newer version of this car Read the latest Citroën C5 Hatchback (04-08) review here Parkers overall rating: 3 out of 53.0

At a glance

Price new	£14,670 - £23,660
Road tax cost	£215 - £430
Insurance group	15 - 30
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Fuel economy	Not tested to latest standards
Range	392 - 748 miles
Number of doors	5
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Available fuel types

Petrol

Diesel

Pros & cons

PROS

Space, comfort, 2.0 HDi performance.

CONS

Steering and brakes lack feel.

Citroën C5 Hatchback (01-04) rivals

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Written by Parkers Updated: 15 September 2025

Overview

The C5 replaced the Xantia in 2001. It’s a supremely comfortable car with clever ‘active’ hydro-pneumatic suspension that is very comfortable. The airy, spacious interior is complemented by cavernous load space in the estate. A wide choice of engines includes frugal but refined turbo-diesels and a low emission direct injection petrol unit. C5 is well equipped but build quality falls short of the class leaders.

It does offer good value, but only as a used car choice, as depreciation is heavy.

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