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Citroen C5 Aircross vs Audi A8 comparison
Compare performance (225 HP vs 571 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 91,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 Aircross or Audi A8?
Citroen C5 Aircross vs Audi A8: 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.
C5 Aircross
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 is significantly cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Audi A8 costs 91,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 62,237 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Citroen C5 Aircross uses 2.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Audi A8 with 4.6 L/100km. The difference is about 2.1 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Citroen C5 Aircross offers considerably more range – reaching up to 520 km, about 462 km more than the Audi A8.
A8
Engine and Performance:
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Audi A8 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 Audi A8 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Citroen C5 Aircross takes 8.3 s. That’s about 4.5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A8 delivers considerably more torque with 800 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 500 Nm more.
C5 Aircross
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 visibly lighter – 1,629 kg compared to 2,035 kg. The difference is around 406 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Citroen C5 Aircross offers clearly more boot space – 565 L compared to 390 L. That’s a difference of about 175 L.
When it comes to payload, the Audi A8 carries clearly more – 700 kg compared to 471 kg. That’s a difference of about 229 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
Citroen C5 Aircross
Citroen C5 Aircross
Audi A8
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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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Audi A8
The Audi A8 arrives with the kind of quiet authority that makes other limousines feel like they’re trying too hard, offering a cabin wrapped in subtle luxury and tech that never demands attention. For buyers who want composed comfort and discreet status, it’s the sensible splurge that turns daily commutes into a private parade.
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Citroen C5 Aircross
Audi A8
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
29,100 - 43,000 £
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Price
91,400 - 134,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 5.4 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 11.5 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
81 - 520 km
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Electric Range
58 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 121 g/km
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co2
105 - 260 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
SUV
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,629 - 2,184 kg
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Curb weight
2,035 - 2,415 kg
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Trunk capacity
565 L
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Trunk capacity
390 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,870 mm
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Width
1,945 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
446 - 471 kg
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Payload
525 - 700 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
145 - 225 HP
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Power HP
286 - 571 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.9 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
230 - 300 Nm
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Torque
500 - 800 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Power kW
107 - 165 kW
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Power kW
210 - 420 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, C
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
Audi
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