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Citroen C5 Aircross vs CUPRA Formentor - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (210 HP vs 333 HP), boot space and price (29100 £ vs 35200 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 Aircross or CUPRA Formentor?

Citroen C5 Aircross

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CUPRA Formentor

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Citroen C5 Aircross has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29100 £, while the CUPRA Formentor costs 35200 £. That’s a price difference of around 6107 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: CUPRA Formentor manages with 1.40 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Citroen C5 Aircross with 2.50 L. The difference is about 1.10 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Citroen C5 Aircross performs significantly better – achieving up to 520 km, about 394 km more than the CUPRA Formentor.

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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 CUPRA Formentor has a evident edge – offering 333 HP compared to 210 HP. That’s roughly 123 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Formentor is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the Citroen C5 Aircross takes 8.30 s. That’s about 3.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the CUPRA Formentor performs to a small extent 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: CUPRA Formentor pulls noticeable stronger with 420 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm difference.

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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.

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In curb weight, CUPRA Formentor is somewhat lighter – 1434 kg compared to 1629 kg. The difference is around 195 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Citroen C5 Aircross offers evident more room – 565 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 115 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Citroen C5 Aircross performs slight better – up to 1668 L, which is about 163 L more than the CUPRA Formentor.

When it comes to payload, CUPRA Formentor a bit takes the win – 526 kg compared to 471 kg. That’s a difference of about 55 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the CUPRA Formentor shows itself to be only a minor advantage and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £35,200
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CUPRA Formentor

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 333 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.4 - 8.8 L
  • Electric Range : 117 - 126 km
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Citroen C5 Aircross

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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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CUPRA Formentor

With coupe-like lines and a muscular stance the Cupra Formentor blends sporty drama with everyday sense, so it looks like it’s in motion even at a standstill. Inside and out it’s tuned for drivers who want engaging handling and a grown-up cabin — practical enough for daily life, playful enough to make the commute feel like a short track session.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29100 - 41600 £
Price
35200 - 55000 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 5.4 L
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
17 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
81 - 520 km
Electric Range
117 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
17.8 - 73 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
0 - 121 g/km
co2
32 - 199 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1629 - 2184 kg
Curb weight
1434 - 1742 kg
Trunk capacity
565 L
Trunk capacity
345 - 450 L
Length
4650 mm
Length
4451 mm
Width
1870 mm
Width
1839 mm
Height
1695 mm
Height
1511 - 1537 mm
Max trunk capacity
1668 L
Max trunk capacity
1415 - 1505 L
Payload
446 - 471 kg
Payload
458 - 526 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 210 HP
Power HP
150 - 333 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9 s
Max Speed
170 - 220 km/h
Max Speed
205 - 250 km/h
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Torque
250 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 157 kW
Power kW
110 - 245 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, D, F, B
Brand
Citroen
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CUPRA

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What drive types are available for the Citroen C5 Aircross?

The Citroen C5 Aircross is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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