Citroen DS5 reliability, MPG and running costs
Figures updated
The Citroen DS5 is a car. In 2024 MOT tests it scored 89 for reliability (100 is average), ranking 332 of 442, and 39.4% failed first time against a UK average of 28.5%. Its most common MOT failure is coil spring (6.7% of tests).
Ranked 332 of 442 cars in the 2024 MOT Reliability League
In 2024, 4,236 Citroen DS5s aged 3 to 20 had an MOT and 39.4% failed first time (UK average 28.5%). Taking age and mileage into account, the Citroen DS5 is 12% more likely to fail than the average car of the same age and mileage.
First-time fail rate
39.4%
UK 28.5%
Fail rate at 3 years
–
UK 12.7%
Average miles a year
9,300
Typical age at test: 11 years
Citroen DS5 MOT failure rate by age
Most common Citroen DS5 MOT faults
- Coil spring: fractured or broken6.7% of tests
- Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt6.1% of tests
- Ball joint: ball joint excessively worn5.0% of tests
- Tread depth: tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm4.7% of tests
- Pins and bushes: pin or bush excessively worn3.9% of tests
- Headlamp aim: projected beam image is obviously incorrect3.9% of tests
What the Citroen DS5 fails on
| Area | Tests failing | vs similar cars |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 16.3% | ▲ 1.4× as often |
| Lights and electrics | 14.9% | About average |
| Tyres | 8.9% | ▲ 1.1× as often |
| Brakes | 8.6% | About average |
| Body and structure | 7.4% | ▲ 1.9× as often |
| Steering | 4.2% | ▲ 1.4× as often |
| Visibility | 3.8% | ▼ 23% less often |
| Exhaust and emissions | 3.3% | About average |
| Seat belts and airbags | 0.4% | ▼ 53% less often |
| Wheels | 0.1% | ▼ 82% less often |
What MPG does the Citroen DS5 do?
Official economy for the Citroen DS5 ranges from 42.2 to 80.7mpg across the 28 versions listed by the Vehicle Certification Agency (2012–2015). A typical petrol version manages 42.2mpg and a typical diesel 62.8mpg. Expect 10–15% less in real-world driving.
Work out a journey's fuel costHow much is road tax on a Citroen DS5?
Any Citroen DS5 first registered from April 2017 pays the standard rate of £200 a year after its first year (2026/27 rates). A Citroen DS5 registered between March 2001 and March 2017 is taxed on its CO2: £20 to £275 a year.
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Official figures for 28 versions sold in the UK between 2012 and 2015.
Fuel types
Diesel, Hybrid, Petrol, Plug-in hybrid
Official economy
42.2–80.7 mpg
CO2
85–158 g/km
| Version | Fuel | Economy | CO2 | Car tax |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DS5 BlueHDi 120 (16'' wheels)M6 · listed 2015 | Diesel | 70.6 mpg | 104g | £20 |
| DS5 BlueHDi 120 (17'' wheels)M6 · listed 2015 | Diesel | 72.4 mpg | 102g | £20 |
| DS5 BlueHDi 180 EAT6 AutoA6 · listed 2015 | Diesel | 62.8 mpg | 118g | £35 |
| DS5 e-HDi 115 Airdream ETG6Automatic · listed 2014 | Diesel | 65.7 mpg | 112g | £35 |
| DS5 HDi 160 DSignManual · listed 2014 | Diesel | 58.9 mpg | 125g | £170 |
| DS5 HDi 160 DStyle / DSportManual · listed 2014 | Diesel | 57.6 mpg | 128g | £170 |
| DS5 HDi 160 Automatic DSignAutomatic · listed 2014 | Diesel | 47.9 mpg | 154g | £275 |
| DS5 HDi 160 Automatic DStyle / DSportAutomatic · listed 2014 | Diesel | 46.3 mpg | 158g | £275 |
| DS5 BlueHDi 120 DSignM6 · listed 2014 | Diesel | 72.4 mpg | 102g | £20 |
| DS5 BlueHDi 120 DStyleM6 · listed 2014 | Diesel | 70.6 mpg | 104g | £20 |
| DS5 BlueHDi 180 Automatic DSignA6 · listed 2014 | Diesel | 64.2 mpg | 114g | £35 |
| DS5 BlueHDi 180 Automatic DStyle / DSportA6 · listed 2014 | Diesel | 62.8 mpg | 118g | £35 |
| DS5 THP 200Manual · listed 2014 | Petrol | 42.2 mpg | 155g | £275 |
| DS5 Hybrid4 200 Airdream DSign (February production)Automatic · listed 2014 | Plug-in hybrid | 85.6 mpg | 85g | £20 |
| DS5 Hybrid4 200 Airdream DSignAutomatic · listed 2014 | Plug-in hybrid | 83.1 mpg | 88g | £20 |
Economy and CO2 are official NEDC (before 2018) or WLTP figures. Car tax is the yearly rate at current rates for a car first registered in the year listed, before any expensive car supplement. Showing the 15 most recent of 28 versions.
What a Citroen DS5 costs to fuel
- petrol, typical official 42.2mpg…
- diesel, typical official 62.8mpg…
Official figures are usually 10–15% better than real-world driving.
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Frequently asked questions
›Is the Citroen DS5 reliable?
Its MOT record is worse than average: the Citroen DS5 is 12% more likely to fail than the average car of the same age and mileage, with a reliability score of 89 in our 2024 league (100 is average).
›What are common problems with the Citroen DS5?
The most common MOT fault is “Coil spring: fractured or broken”, found in 6.7% of tests. It fails on body and structure and steering more often than similar cars.
›What MPG does the Citroen DS5 do?
Official economy for the Citroen DS5 ranges from 42.2 to 80.7mpg across the 28 versions listed by the Vehicle Certification Agency (2012–2015). A typical petrol version manages 42.2mpg and a typical diesel 62.8mpg. Expect 10–15% less in real-world driving.
›How much is road tax on a Citroen DS5?
Any Citroen DS5 first registered from April 2017 pays the standard rate of £200 a year after its first year (2026/27 rates). A Citroen DS5 registered between March 2001 and March 2017 is taxed on its CO2: £20 to £275 a year.
›How many Citroen DS5s fail their MOT?
39.4% of Citroen DS5s aged 3 to 20 failed their MOT first time in 2024.
Sources: DVSA anonymised MOT tests 2024, all versions of the Citroen DS5 combined (Open Government Licence v3.0); official economy and CO2 from Vehicle Certification Agency data, © Crown copyright. VCA cannot accept liability for its accuracy. How we calculate the league.