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Citroen C5 Aircross vs CUPRA Ateca comparison

Compare performance (225 HP vs 300 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 37,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 Aircross or CUPRA Ateca?

Citroen C5 Aircross vs CUPRA Ateca: Key differences

Citroen C5 Aircross

4.2 (8 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • moderately more trunk space
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CUPRA Ateca

4.4 (3 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately 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.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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 clearly cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the CUPRA Ateca costs 37,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,134 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Citroen C5 Aircross uses 2.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the CUPRA Ateca with 6.7 L/100km. The difference is about 4.2 L/100km.

Ateca

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 CUPRA Ateca offers visibly more power – delivering 300 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 75 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Ateca is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Citroen C5 Aircross takes 8.3 s. That’s about 3.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Ateca delivers clearly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.

C5 Aircross

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, CUPRA Ateca is moderately lighter – 1,418 kg compared to 1,629 kg. The difference is around 211 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C5 Aircross offers moderately more boot space – 565 L compared to 485 L. That’s a difference of about 80 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Ateca carries only slightly more – 522 kg compared to 471 kg. That’s a difference of about 51 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Citroen C5 Aircross 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.

from £29,100
C5 Aircross

Citroen C5 Aircross

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plug-in 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
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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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Reviews Citroen C5 Aircross

4.2 (8 Reviews)
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Overall, owners tend to describe the C5 Aircross as a comfortable, soft‑riding car that works well for everyday commuting and efficient driving. Many praise the compliant suspension and general comfort, while some owners mention recurring negatives such as glitchy infotainment and driver‑assist features, occasional cabin noise, limited legroom for taller passengers, and mixed feelings about performance and road manners. Opinions are somewhat mixed, so if space, tech reliability or long‑distance comfort are priorities it’s worth checking those aspects personally.
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14 Aug 2026, 07:50:54

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Şafak Eğridereli
7 Jul 2026, 13:28:02

C5 a.c.is more comfortable.Also entertainment system is better .Android auto supported.

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Claude Juillet
3 May 2026, 14:17:36

I drive the 1.2 petrol hybrid from new since January 2026, which was registered in November 2025. Great car to drive. However, for tall person like myself, there is not enough room for your left keg to stretch and cramps happen in long journeys. Acceleration from start is better than my older 1.6 diesel c4 picasso. Overall best car I ever had, although infotainment a bit dodgy with a left hand and not at all practical. I minor inconvenience!

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Jan Hansen
10 Apr 2026, 21:38:06

It's a pleasant car; it's not coarse or brutal. As a 60-year-old, I don't need acceleration or top speed.

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privat
27 Mar 2026, 16:55:05

Cars like the C5 Aircross are probably one reason why Stellantis is almost bankrupt — or already is.
Uncomfortable and completely unsuitable for long-distance driving.
Huge on the outside, small on the inside.
Extremely uncomfortable seats, poor infotainment, very bad driver aids (360° camera, cruise control, lane-keep assist, navigation… are really awful), confusing, poor road manners, loud engine and noisy wind.
I can only hope that I’ll never again be forced to drive this vehicle.

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CUPRA Ateca

The CUPRA Ateca mixes SUV practicality with a seriously sporty attitude, wrapped in aggressive styling and a cockpit that looks like it belongs on a racetrack. It's the kind of car that handles daily life with composure while slipping a grin across your face every time you push it—perfect for drivers who want a practical companion that never apologizes for having fun.

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4.4 (3 Reviews)
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Juan ramon frances
31 Aug 2026, 12:04:26

The Cupra Ateca is better in every way, it accelerates more, goes faster, and is easier to drive; the finishes are better.

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Stephan B.
18 Feb 2026, 05:44:55

The Cupra Ateca is technically state-of-the-art. The interior tech is top-notch, the materials feel premium and are genuinely useful. But it’s still a car — a practical tool — and despite the excellent build quality and very solid engine performance, it remains affordable for the average buyer.

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CUPRA Ateca

Costs and Consumption
Price
29,100 - 43,000 £
Price
37,300 - 51,200 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 9.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
81 - 520 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 121 g/km
co2
153 - 207 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,629 - 2,184 kg
Curb weight
1,418 - 1,628 kg
Trunk capacity
565 L
Trunk capacity
485 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,870 mm
Width
1,841 mm
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
Payload
502 - 522 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plug-in Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Power HP
150 - 300 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Power kW
110 - 221 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E
Brand
Citroen
Brand
CUPRA
Is the Citroen C5 Aircross offered with different drivetrains?

The Citroen C5 Aircross is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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