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Abarth 500 595 695 vs Citroen C5 Aircross comparison

Compare performance (155 HP vs 225 HP), boot space and price (32,600 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Abarth 500 595 695 or Citroen C5 Aircross?

Abarth 500 595 695 vs Citroen C5 Aircross: Key differences

Abarth 500 595 695

4.1 (1 Reviews)
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  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately lighter
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Citroen C5 Aircross

4.1 (7 Reviews)
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  • a bit cheaper
  • visibly more power
  • very slightly more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • significantly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Citroen C5 Aircross is a bit cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Abarth 500 595 695 costs 32,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,428 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Citroen C5 Aircross is very slightly more efficient: consuming 17 kWh/100km compared to 17.1 kWh/100km for the Abarth 500 595 695. That’s a difference of about 0.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Citroen C5 Aircross offers clearly more range – reaching up to 520 km, about 255 km more than the Abarth 500 595 695.

C5 Aircross

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Citroen C5 Aircross offers visibly more power – delivering 225 HP compared to 155 HP. That’s roughly 70 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Abarth 500 595 695 is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7 s, while the Citroen C5 Aircross takes 8.3 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Citroen C5 Aircross delivers noticeably more torque with 300 Nm compared to 235 Nm. That’s about 65 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Citroen C5 Aircross offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Abarth 500 595 695 is moderately lighter – 1,410 kg compared to 1,629 kg. The difference is around 219 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C5 Aircross offers significantly more boot space – 565 L compared to 185 L. That’s a difference of about 380 L.

When it comes to payload, the Citroen C5 Aircross carries moderately more – 471 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 86 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Citroen C5 Aircross is far ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £29,100
C5 Aircross

Citroen C5 Aircross

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 145 - 225 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.5 - 5.4 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 81 - 520 km
Abarth 500 595 695
Citroen C5 Aircross

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Abarth 500 595 695

The Abarth 500, particularly in its 595 and 695 renditions, captures the spirit of Italian motoring with its compact yet aggressive design. Known for its lively performance and distinctive styling, this little powerhouse is a joy to drive, offering an engaging experience that appeals to enthusiasts. With its rich motorsport heritage, the Abarth 500 embodies the essence of fun and excitement on both the streets and the race track.

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Citroen C5 Aircross

The Citroën C5 Aircross feels like a sofa on wheels, delivering a calm, floaty ride and clever packaging that makes life with luggage and kids noticeably easier. Quirky French styling and a supremely practical, family-focused cabin mean it quietly wins hearts by prioritising comfort over showroom bravado.

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Abarth 500 595 695
Citroen C5 Aircross

Costs and Consumption

Price
32,600 - 38,600 £
Price
29,100 - 43,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.1 - 18.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17 kWh/100km
Electric Range
242 - 265 km
Electric Range
81 - 520 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 121 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,410 - 1,435 kg
Curb weight
1,629 - 2,184 kg
Trunk capacity
185 L
Trunk capacity
565 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,682 mm
Width
1,870 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
370 - 385 kg
Payload
446 - 471 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
155 HP
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
235 Nm
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
114 kW
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
Brand
Abarth
Brand
Citroen
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