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BMW X6 vs Citroen C5 Aircross comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 225 HP), boot space and price (84,100 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X6 or Citroen C5 Aircross?

BMW X6 vs Citroen C5 Aircross: Key differences

BMW X6

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely more trunk space
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Citroen C5 Aircross

4 (6 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • markedly lighter
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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

X6

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Citroen C5 Aircross is considerably cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the BMW X6 costs 84,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 54,951 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Citroen C5 Aircross uses 2.5 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the BMW X6 with 7.2 L/100km. The difference is about 4.7 L/100km.

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 X6 offers clearly more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 400 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X6 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Citroen C5 Aircross takes 8.3 s. That’s about 4.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW X6 delivers considerably more torque with 750 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 450 Nm more.

X6

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 terms of curb weight, Citroen C5 Aircross is markedly lighter – 1,629 kg compared to 2,240 kg. The difference is around 611 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW X6 offers barely more boot space – 580 L compared to 565 L. That’s a difference of about 15 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW X6 carries markedly more – 695 kg compared to 471 kg. That’s a difference of about 224 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Citroen C5 Aircross is decisively ahead 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
BMW X6
Citroen C5 Aircross

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW X6

The BMW X6 wears its coupe-SUV looks like a tuxedo with oversized shoulders, turning everyday traffic into a catwalk whenever it glides past. It serves up sporty handling and a plush cabin with just enough practicality to keep daily life sane — perfect for buyers who crave drama without completely abandoning common sense.

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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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BMW X6
Citroen C5 Aircross

Costs and Consumption

Price
84,100 - 147,300 £
Price
29,100 - 43,000 £
Consumption L/100km
7.2 - 12.7 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
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Electric Range
81 - 520 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
188 - 288 g/km
co2
0 - 121 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,240 - 2,445 kg
Curb weight
1,629 - 2,184 kg
Trunk capacity
580 L
Trunk capacity
565 L
Length
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Length
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Width
2,004 - 2,019 mm
Width
1,870 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
595 - 695 kg
Payload
446 - 471 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
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
298 - 625 HP
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
540 - 750 Nm
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
219 - 460 kW
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Citroen
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