Citroën · Wagon · 2008–2017
Citroën C5 2 Wagon
Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice
★★★★★
1.8 / 5.0 · Based on 10 engine variants Most Fun Engine
241 PS
3.0L HDi V6 Diesel
V6 diesel saloon
Fun to Drive! Problem Engine
140–211 PS
1.6L THP Benzin
7 weaknesses
Stay Away!Engine Overview
The Citroën C5 2 Wagon is available with 10 engine variants — from 126 to 241 hp.
2.0L BlueHDi 180
2015 2017
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
2.0L HDi 126
2008 2012
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
2.0L HDi 136
2008 2017
Stay Away! 6 weaknesses
2.0L HDi 163
2009 2017
Stay Away! 6 weaknesses
2.0L HDi/BlueHDi 150
2008 2017
Stay Away! 6 weaknesses
2.2L HDi Engine Change
2008 2012
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
2008 2012
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
2.7L HDi V6
2008 2009
Stay Away! 6 weaknesses
3.0L HDi V6
2009 2010
Stay Away! 6 weaknesses
1.6L THP
2008 2017
Stay Away! 7 weaknesses
3.0L V6
2008 2017
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
Vehicle Weaknesses
| Weakness | Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Hydractive 3+ suspension: spheres and cylinders leaking The optional Hydractive 3+ suspension (standard on Exclusive trim) in the C5 II starts leaking at spheres and cylinders from around 80,000 km. A 'Suspension defective' message appears and the car limits top speed to 90 km/h. Symptoms: Suspension defective message, 90 km/h speed limit, vehicle does not rise to normal ride height, very hard suspension from 100,000 km | High |
Frequently Asked Questions
What problems and weaknesses does the Citroën C5 2 Wagon have? +
The Citroën C5 2 as Wagon has 66 known weaknesses, 5 vehicle-related.
Which engine is recommended? +
Be Careful: ES9 (3.0L V6), DW10-BlueHDi180 (2.0L BlueHDi 180), DW12 (2.2L HDi), DW10-126 (2.0L HDi 126). No engine is rated 'Good Choice'.
Is the Citroën C5 2 Wagon worth buying used? +
Caution is advised with the Citroën C5 2 Wagon — 6 of 10 engine variants are rated 'Stay Away!'.
Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee