Citroën C5
The Citroën C5 is a five-seat car measuring 4,759 mm in length. It was equipped with four-cylinder engines ranging from 1,600 to 2,900 cc displacement and achieved a top speed of 212 km/h. According to EU Safety Gate records, the model was subject to 9 recall campaigns.
| Manufacturer | Citroën |
|---|---|
| Kerb weight (average for cars registered in Finland) | 1,579 kg |
| Displacement (engines) | 1,600–2,900 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Top speed | 212 km/h |
| Length | 4,759 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,812 mm |
| Height | 1,489 mm |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
New registrations by country (2025)
Number of Citroën C5 cars registered for the first time across 2 European countries in 2025.
| Country | Registrations |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 2,466 |
| Poland | 4 |
Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0), 2025 data.
Engine variants
European engine versions of the Citroën C5 by displacement, from the Dutch register (RDW). 7 variants.
| Engine | Fuel | Transmission | Top speed | Economy | Model year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 207 km/h | – | – |
| 1.7 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 198 km/h | – | – |
| 2.0 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 210 km/h | – | – |
| 2.2 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 220 km/h | – | – |
| 2.7 l · 6-cyl | – | – | – | – | – |
| 2.9 l · 6-cyl | – | – | 225 km/h | – | – |
| 3.0 l · 6-cyl | – | – | 239 km/h | – | – |
Source: RDW (NL). European engine variants.
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Common problems & reliability
In the UK, 79% of Citroën C5s pass their MOT test first time, based on 21,799 inspections in 2023. (2023 is the most recent annual release published by the DfT.)
Based on real owner complaints and inspection data, not an editorial rating. Sources: DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).
Recalls & safety
9 recall campaigns recorded in the EU Safety Gate (European market) for the Citroën C5. Recalls can flag known weaknesses of the model.
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (France)
The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2025-10-17
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (France)
The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2025-01-31
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)
No description of the defect in Safety Gate.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2020-03-13
- Passenger car / vanEU · Safety Gate (Portugal)
The driver's airbag may not deploy properly in the event of an accident due to the possible failure of one of its components.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2016-08-19
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)
No description of the defect in Safety Gate.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2021-05-14
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)
No description of the defect in Safety Gate.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2021-03-26
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (France)
The product does not comply with the requirements laid down in the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2021-07-16
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (France)
The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2025-09-19
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)
The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2024-07-05
Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Citroën recalls.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the top speed of the Citroën C5?
- The Citroën C5 has a rated top speed of 212 km/h.
- What are the dimensions of the Citroën C5?
- The Citroën C5 is 4,759 mm long, 1,812 mm wide and 1,489 mm tall.
- How much does the Citroën C5 weigh?
- The Citroën C5 has a kerb weight of about 1,579 kg.
- How many seats does the Citroën C5 have?
- The Citroën C5 has 5 seats.