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Audi A5 Sportback vs Citroen C5 Aircross comparison

Compare performance (639 HP vs 225 HP), boot space and price (40,200 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A5 Sportback or Citroen C5 Aircross?

Audi A5 Sportback vs Citroen C5 Aircross: Key differences

Audi A5 Sportback

  • considerably more power
  • markedly more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Citroen C5 Aircross

3.9 (5 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • significantly more electric range
  • very slightly lighter
  • considerably 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

A5 Sportback

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Citroen C5 Aircross is noticeably cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Audi A5 Sportback costs 40,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,066 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A5 Sportback uses 2 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the Citroen C5 Aircross with 2.5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Citroen C5 Aircross offers significantly more range – reaching up to 520 km, about 410 km more than the Audi A5 Sportback.

C5 Aircross

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A5 Sportback offers considerably more power – delivering 639 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 414 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A5 Sportback is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the Citroen C5 Aircross takes 8.3 s. That’s about 4.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A5 Sportback delivers substantially more torque with 825 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 525 Nm more.

A5 Sportback

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Citroen C5 Aircross is very slightly lighter – 1,629 kg compared to 1,770 kg. The difference is around 141 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C5 Aircross offers considerably more boot space – 565 L compared to 331 L. That’s a difference of about 234 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A5 Sportback carries a bit more – 530 kg compared to 471 kg. That’s a difference of about 59 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A5 Sportback is clearly superior 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.

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A5 Sportback

Audi A5 Sportback

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 639 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2 - 7.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 84 - 110 km
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Audi A5 Sportback

The Audi A5 Sportback dresses up sleek coupe proportions with the everyday sense of a practical hatchback, so you get striking looks without the compromises. Behind the wheel it balances poise and comfort with premium trimmings that make daily driving feel a little bit special — ideal for buyers who want style and substance in equal measure.

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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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3.9 (5 Reviews)
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Claude Juillet
3 May 2026, 14:17:36

I drive the 1.2 petrol hybrid from new since January 2026, which was registered in November 2025. Great car to drive. However, for tall person like myself, there is not enough room for your left keg to stretch and cramps happen in long journeys. Acceleration from start is better than my older 1.6 diesel c4 picasso. Overall best car I ever had, although infotainment a bit dodgy with a left hand and not at all practical. I minor inconvenience!

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Jan Hansen
10 Apr 2026, 21:38:06

It's a pleasant car; it's not coarse or brutal. As a 60-year-old, I don't need acceleration or top speed.

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privat
27 Mar 2026, 16:55:05

Cars like the C5 Aircross are probably one reason why Stellantis is almost bankrupt — or already is.
Uncomfortable and completely unsuitable for long-distance driving.
Huge on the outside, small on the inside.
Extremely uncomfortable seats, poor infotainment, very bad driver aids (360° camera, cruise control, lane-keep assist, navigation… are really awful), confusing, poor road manners, loud engine and noisy wind.
I can only hope that I’ll never again be forced to drive this vehicle.

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Alexis vasquez
15 Feb 2026, 21:03:58

I find the Citroën better suited to my daily driving — more comfortable and efficient, with a softer suspension compared with the firmer Toyota Cross.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
40,200 - 91,000 £
Price
29,100 - 43,000 £
Consumption L/100km
2 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17 kWh/100km
Electric Range
84 - 110 km
Electric Range
81 - 520 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
45 - 172 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
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,770 - 2,430 kg
Curb weight
1,629 - 2,184 kg
Trunk capacity
331 L
Trunk capacity
565 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,860 - 1,952 mm
Width
1,870 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 530 kg
Payload
446 - 471 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 639 HP
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
280 - 825 Nm
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
110 - 470 kW
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,995 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
Brand
Audi
Brand
Citroen
What drivetrain options does the Audi A5 Sportback have?

The Audi A5 Sportback is available as All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

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