Citroen DS5 — MPG & Fuel Costs 2025
An avant-garde luxury cruiser with an aerospace-inspired cockpit layout, available as a fuel-efficient Hybrid4 diesel-hybrid.
The Citroen DS5 is a premium executive hatchback offering striking exterior styling and an interior that resembles an aircraft cockpit, complete with overhead controls.
Engine choices included the innovative Hybrid4 system, which paired a 2.0-litre HDi diesel engine driving the front wheels with an electric motor driving the rear wheels.
Real-world fuel economy for the diesel hybrid version is excellent, with drivers averaging around 56 MPG. Standard HDi diesels achieve around 50 MPG, while petrol models yield around 33-35 MPG.
TL;DR
33 MPG
Real-world petrol
56 MPG
Real-world diesel
60L
Tank capacity
£82.08
Full tank (petrol)
18.8p
Per mile (petrol)
Real-World Fuel Economy: The Citroen DS5 achieves an estimated 33 MPG (petrol) and 56 MPG (diesel) in real-world UK driving conditions, accounting for a 12% WLTP real-world penalty.
Forecourt Fuel Cost: Refueling the 60-litre tank completely costs approximately £82.08 (petrol) or £85.26 (diesel) at average UK fuel price rates.
Fuel economy at a glance
33
Real-world MPG
Petrol
38.7
Official WLTP
Petrol
56
Real-world MPG
Diesel
65.7
Official WLTP
Diesel
Annual fuel costs by mileage
| Annual mileage | Petrol | Diesel |
|---|---|---|
| 5,000 miles/yr | £942 | £577 |
| 7,400 miles/yr(UK average) | £1395 | £854 |
| 10,000 miles/yr | £1885 | £1154 |
| 15,000 miles/yr | £2827 | £1730 |
| 20,000 miles/yr | £3769 | £2307 |
| Full tank (60L) | £82.08 | £85.26 |
| Cost per mile | 18.8p | 11.5p |
Based on UK average fuel prices: petrol 136.8p/L · diesel 142.1p/L. Prices updated regularly.
How does the DS5 compare?
Tips to get better MPG from your DS5
On Hybrid4 models, use the Auto mode to let the car manage the blend of diesel and electric power.
Cruising at 65 mph on the motorway allows the diesel engine to run in its most efficient power band.
Ensure tyre pressures are adjusted to the eco setting to preserve fuel on wide 18-inch wheels.
Is the cheaper petrol station worth it?
In a Citroen DS5 achieving ~33 MPG real-world, if you fill 48 litres and the alternative station is 10p/litre cheaper:
£4.80
Gross saving on fuel
£0.57
Cost of 3-mile detour
£4.23
Net saving ✓
You could drive up to 25 miles round-trip before the saving disappears entirely.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the real-world MPG of the Citroen DS5?
The Citroen DS5 achieves approximately 33 MPG in real-world petrol driving — around 12% lower than the official WLTP figure of 38.7 MPG due to real driving conditions. Diesel variants achieve around 56 MPG real-world.
How much does it cost to fill a Citroen DS5?
The Citroen DS5 has a fuel tank of 60 litres. At the UK average of 136.8p/litre for petrol, a full tank costs approximately £82.08. Diesel costs approximately £85.26 for a full tank.
What is the annual fuel cost for a Citroen DS5?
At the UK average annual mileage of 7,400 miles and current petrol price of 136.8p/litre, a Citroen DS5 costs approximately £1395 per year in fuel. At 10,000 miles/year the cost rises to £1885. Actual costs vary with your driving style and mileage.
Is it worth driving to a cheaper petrol station in a Citroen DS5?
In a Citroen DS5 doing ~33 MPG real-world, driving 3 miles round-trip to save 10p/litre on a 48-litre fill nets approximately £4.23 after the extra fuel cost. You could drive up to 25 miles before the saving is eaten up. Use the WorthThePump calculator for your exact situation.
How much does the Citroen DS5 cost per mile in fuel?
The Citroen DS5 costs approximately 18.8p per mile in petrol at current UK prices. Over a typical commute of 30 miles per day, that is approximately £5.64 per day in fuel.
What is the WLTP MPG figure for the Citroen DS5?
The official WLTP fuel economy figure for the Citroen DS5 is 38.7 MPG. However, real-world MPG is typically 10–15% lower than WLTP due to cold starts, air conditioning, motorway speeds, and varying loads. WorthThePump uses a 12% real-world penalty to give a more accurate estimate.
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