Deutschland
France
Nederland
Great Britain
Sverige
Norge
Danmark
Suomi
Italia
Polska
EspañaVS
BMW X3 vs Citroen C5 Aircross - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (398 HP vs 210 HP), boot space and price (51300 £ vs 29100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X3 or Citroen C5 Aircross?
X3
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 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29100 £ , while the BMW X3 costs 51300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22123 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Citroen C5 Aircross manages with 2.50 L and is therefore a bit more efficient than the BMW X3 with 2.80 L. The difference is about 0.30 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Citroen C5 Aircross performs significantly better – achieving up to 520 km, about 432 km more than the BMW X3.
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 BMW X3 has a clearly edge – offering 398 HP compared to 210 HP. That’s roughly 188 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X3 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Citroen C5 Aircross takes 8.30 s. That’s about 3.70 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the BMW X3 performs a bit better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Citroen C5 Aircross tops out at 220 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: BMW X3 pulls clearly stronger with 670 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 370 Nm difference.
Ad · Affiliate
As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
X3
Space and Everyday Use:
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Citroen C5 Aircross is to a small extent lighter – 1629 kg compared to 1930 kg. The difference is around 301 kg.
In terms of boot space, the BMW X3 offers slight more room – 570 L compared to 565 L. That’s a difference of about 5 L.
In maximum load capacity, the BMW X3 performs minimal better – up to 1700 L, which is about 32 L more than the Citroen C5 Aircross.
When it comes to payload, BMW X3 slightly takes the win – 570 kg compared to 471 kg. That’s a difference of about 99 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The BMW X3 holds a decisive overall lead 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.
BMW X3
Citroen C5 Aircross
Costs and Consumption
View detailed analysis
View detailed analysis
Engine and Performance
View detailed analysis
View detailed analysis
Dimensions and Body
View detailed analysis
View detailed analysis
from about £51,300
BMW X3
BMW X3
4.6 (1 Reviews)
The BMW X3 mixes Bavarian poise with everyday practicality, delivering a composed ride and a cabin that feels both premium and lived-in. It’s the sort of SUV that lets you enjoy sporty handling without sacrificing family-friendly space, so you get fun and sense in one neat package.
details
Citroen C5 Aircross
5 (1 Reviews)
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.
details
BMW X3
Citroen C5 Aircross
Costs and Consumption |
|
|---|---|
|
Price
51300 - 72400 £
|
Price
29100 - 41600 £
|
|
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.7 L
|
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 5.4 L
|
|
Consumption kWh/100km
-
|
Consumption kWh/100km
17 kWh
|
|
Electric Range
88 km
|
Electric Range
81 - 520 km
|
|
Battery Capacity
-
|
Battery Capacity
17.8 - 73 kWh
|
|
co2
64 - 175 g/km
|
co2
0 - 121 g/km
|
|
Fuel tank capacity
60 - 65 L
|
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
|
Dimensions and Body |
|
|---|---|
|
Body Type
SUV
|
Body Type
SUV
|
|
Seats
5
|
Seats
5
|
|
Doors
5
|
Doors
5
|
|
Curb weight
1930 - 2140 kg
|
Curb weight
1629 - 2184 kg
|
|
Trunk capacity
460 - 570 L
|
Trunk capacity
565 L
|
|
Length
4755 mm
|
Length
4650 mm
|
|
Width
1920 mm
|
Width
1870 mm
|
|
Height
1660 mm
|
Height
1695 mm
|
|
Max trunk capacity
1700 L
|
Max trunk capacity
1668 L
|
|
Payload
570 kg
|
Payload
446 - 471 kg
|
Engine and Performance |
|
|---|---|
|
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, 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
197 - 398 HP
|
Power HP
145 - 210 HP
|
|
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.8 s
|
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
|
|
Max Speed
215 - 250 km/h
|
Max Speed
170 - 220 km/h
|
|
Torque
330 - 670 Nm
|
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
|
|
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
|
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
|
|
Power kW
145 - 293 kW
|
Power kW
107 - 157 kW
|
|
Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
|
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
|
General |
|
|---|---|
|
Model Year
2024 - 2025
|
Model Year
2025
|
|
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, B
|
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
|
|
Brand
BMW
|
Brand
Citroen
|
What drive types are available for the BMW X3?
The BMW X3 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.
The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.