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BMW 7 Series vs Citroen C5 Aircross comparison

Compare performance (571 HP vs 225 HP), boot space and price (102,800 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 7 Series or Citroen C5 Aircross?

BMW 7 Series vs Citroen C5 Aircross: Key differences

BMW 7 Series

  • clearly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Citroen C5 Aircross

4 (6 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • significantly more electric range
  • noticeably lighter
  • barely 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

7 Series

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Citroen C5 Aircross is considerably cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the BMW 7 Series costs 102,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 73,637 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Citroen C5 Aircross uses 2.5 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the BMW 7 Series with 3.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Citroen C5 Aircross offers significantly more range – reaching up to 520 km, about 440 km more than the BMW 7 Series.

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 BMW 7 Series offers clearly more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 346 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 7 Series is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the Citroen C5 Aircross takes 8.3 s. That’s about 4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 7 Series delivers considerably more torque with 800 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 500 Nm more.

7 Series

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 noticeably lighter – 1,629 kg compared to 2,255 kg. The difference is around 626 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C5 Aircross offers barely more boot space – 565 L compared to 540 L. That’s a difference of about 25 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 7 Series carries clearly more – 665 kg compared to 471 kg. That’s a difference of about 194 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Citroen C5 Aircross stands well ahead of its rival 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
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BMW 7 Series

The BMW 7 Series is a flagship that balances whisper-quiet luxury with a driver's focus, wrapping advanced tech and plush comfort in a sleek, authoritative presence. It’s the kind of car that navigates city traffic and open roads with equal poise, offering a grown-up alternative for buyers who demand refinement without losing a little driving fun.

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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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Reviews Citroen C5 Aircross

4 (6 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
102,800 - 128,700 £
Price
29,100 - 43,000 £
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 6.1 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
80 km
Electric Range
81 - 520 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
74 - 160 g/km
co2
0 - 121 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,255 - 2,525 kg
Curb weight
1,629 - 2,184 kg
Trunk capacity
525 - 540 L
Trunk capacity
565 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,950 mm
Width
1,870 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
605 - 665 kg
Payload
446 - 471 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
300 - 571 HP
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
670 - 800 Nm
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
220 - 420 kW
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Citroen
What drive types are available for the BMW 7 Series?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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