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BMW Z4 vs Citroen C5 Aircross comparison
Compare performance (340 HP vs 225 HP), boot space and price (43,500 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW Z4 or Citroen C5 Aircross?
BMW Z4 vs Citroen C5 Aircross: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Z4
Costs and Efficiency:
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 is substantially cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the BMW Z4 costs 43,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,323 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Citroen C5 Aircross uses 2.5 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the BMW Z4 with 6.9 L/100km. The difference is about 4.4 L/100km.
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 Z4 offers visibly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 115 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW Z4 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Citroen C5 Aircross takes 8.3 s. That’s about 3.8 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW Z4 delivers markedly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm more.
Z4
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.
Seats: Citroen C5 Aircross offers more seats – 5 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, BMW Z4 is marginally lighter – 1,510 kg compared to 1,629 kg. The difference is around 119 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Citroen C5 Aircross offers significantly more boot space – 565 L compared to 281 L. That’s a difference of about 284 L.
When it comes to payload, the Citroen C5 Aircross carries substantially more – 471 kg compared to 235 kg. That’s a difference of about 236 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Citroen C5 Aircross is far ahead 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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Citroen C5 Aircross
BMW Z4
Citroen C5 Aircross
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BMW Z4
The BMW Z4 is a taut, road-hugging roadster that pairs elegant, low-slung styling with a roof you can drop on a sunny whim, delivering that pure, wind-in-your-hair driving thrill few cars manage to match. It’s an ideal weekend companion for drivers who prefer engagement over practicality — bring good shoes rather than a lot of luggage, and you’ll get a grin every time you turn the wheel.
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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 Z4
Citroen C5 Aircross
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
43,500 - 65,300 £
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Price
29,100 - 43,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 8.5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 5.4 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
17 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
81 - 520 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
157 - 191 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
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Roadster
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
2
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,510 - 1,640 kg
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Curb weight
1,629 - 2,184 kg
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Trunk capacity
281 L
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Trunk capacity
565 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,864 mm
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Width
1,870 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
215 - 235 kg
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Payload
446 - 471 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
197 - 340 HP
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Power HP
145 - 225 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
320 - 500 Nm
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Torque
230 - 300 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
145 - 250 kW
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Power kW
107 - 165 kW
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Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
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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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