Citroen DS5 2011 vs Volvo V40 2012

 
Citroen DS5
2011 - 2015
Volvo V40
2012 - 2016
Gearbox: AutomaticManual
Engine: 1.6 Diesel1.6 Diesel
Camshaft drive: Timing beltTiming belt

Performance

Power: 112 HP115 HP
Torque: 270 NM270 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 12.4 seconds12.3 seconds
Citroen DS5 engine produces 3 HP less power than Volvo V40, the torque is the same for both cars. Due to the lower power, Citroen DS5 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.1 seconds later.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 4.43.6
The Volvo V40 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy.
Citroen DS5 consumes 0.8 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volvo V40, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Citroen DS5 could require 120 litres more fuel.
Fuel tank capacity: 60 litres62 litres
Full fuel tank distance: 1360 km in combined cycle1720 km in combined cycle
1460 km on highway1820 km on highway
Volvo V40 gets more mileage on one fuel tank.
Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy.

Engines

Engine production duration: 8 years6 years
Engine spread: Installed on at least 13 other car models, including Peugeot 308, Citroen C3, Citroen C5, Peugeot 207, Citroen C4Installed on at least 6 other car models, including Volvo V70, Volvo S80, Volvo S60, Volvo S40, Volvo V60
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Citroen DS5 might be a better choice in this respect.
Citroen DS5 2011 1.6 engine: This diesel engine is known for its high reliability and impressive lifespan, combined with excellent fuel efficiency for its power output. It features hydraulic lifters in the cylinder head and uses a Common ...  More about Citroen DS5 2011 1.6 engine 

Volvo V40 2012 1.6 engine: The main issues reported by owners are frequent oil and coolant leaks. The Siemens fuel system with piezo injectors is highly sensitive to fuel quality, requiring the use of high-grade diesel to avoid ...  More about Volvo V40 2012 1.6 engine 

Dimensions

Length: 4.53 m4.37 m
Width: 1.87 m1.80 m
Height: 1.50 m1.44 m
Citroen DS5 is larger.
Citroen DS5 is 16 cm longer than the Volvo V40, 7 cm wider, while the height of Citroen DS5 is 7 cm higher.
Trunk capacity: 465 litres335 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
1288 litresno data
Citroen DS5 has more luggage capacity.
Citroen DS5 has 130 litres more trunk space than the Volvo V40.
Turning diameter: 11.2 meters11.2 meters
Gross weight (kg): 2`0201`890
Safety:
Volvo V40 scores higher in safety tests, butCitroen DS5 is better rated in child safety tests.
Quality: no data
above average
Average price (€): no data7800
Pros and Cons: Citroen DS5 has
  • roomier boot
  • higher children safety
Volvo V40 has
  • lower fuel consumption
  • more full fuel tank mileage
  • higher safety
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