Compare performance (469 HP vs 210 HP), boot space and price (59100 £ vs 29100 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW iX3 or Citroen C5 Aircross?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Citroen C5 Aircross has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29100 £, while the BMW iX3 costs 59100 £. That’s a price difference of around 29923 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the BMW iX3: with 15.10 kWh per 100 km, it’s slightly more efficient than the Citroen C5 Aircross with 17 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.90 kWh.
As for range, the BMW iX3 performs clearly perceptible better – achieving up to 805 km, about 285 km more than the Citroen C5 Aircross.
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 BMW iX3 has a convincingly edge – offering 469 HP compared to 210 HP. That’s roughly 259 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW iX3 is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the Citroen C5 Aircross takes 8.30 s. That’s about 3.40 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Citroen C5 Aircross performs slight better – reaching 220 km/h, while the BMW iX3 tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: BMW iX3 pulls clearly stronger with 645 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 345 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Citroen C5 Aircross is clearly lighter – 1629 kg compared to 2360 kg. The difference is around 731 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Citroen C5 Aircross offers barely noticeable more room – 565 L compared to 520 L. That’s a difference of about 45 L.
In maximum load capacity, the BMW iX3 performs minimal better – up to 1750 L, which is about 82 L more than the Citroen C5 Aircross.
When it comes to payload, Citroen C5 Aircross minimal takes the win – 471 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 6 kg.
The BMW iX3 proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
BMW iX3 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
The BMW iX3 brings BMW's familiar SUV poise into the electric era, blending restrained styling and a comfortable, composed ride that will please traditionalists dipping their toes into electrification. It's quiet, practical and rather grown-up about going electric — a sensible choice for buyers who want BMW driving manners without the drama.
detailsThe 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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Price
59100 - 64600 £
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Price
29100 - 41600 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 5.4 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.10 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
17 kWh
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Electric Range
805 km
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Electric Range
81 - 520 km
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Battery Capacity
108.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
17.8 - 73 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 - 121 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
55 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2360 kg
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Curb weight
1629 - 2184 kg
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Trunk capacity
520 L
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Trunk capacity
565 L
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Length
4782 mm
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Length
4650 mm
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Width
1895 mm
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Width
1870 mm
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Height
1635 mm
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Height
1695 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1750 L
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Max trunk capacity
1668 L
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Payload
465 kg
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Payload
446 - 471 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
469 HP
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Power HP
145 - 210 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.90 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
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Max Speed
210 km/h
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Max Speed
170 - 220 km/h
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Torque
645 Nm
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Torque
230 - 300 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
345 kW
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Power kW
107 - 157 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Citroen
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The BMW iX3 is available as All-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.