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Citroen C5 Aircross vs DS Automobiles DS 4 comparison

Compare performance (225 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 34,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 Aircross or DS Automobiles DS 4?

Citroen C5 Aircross vs DS Automobiles DS 4: Key differences

Citroen C5 Aircross

3.9 (4 Reviews)
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  • moderately cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly more trunk space
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DS Automobiles DS 4

  • marginally 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

C5 Aircross

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Citroen C5 Aircross is moderately cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 4 costs 34,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,843 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Citroen C5 Aircross uses 2.5 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 4 with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 2.7 L/100km.

DS 4

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 Citroen C5 Aircross offers clearly more power – delivering 225 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 95 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Citroen C5 Aircross is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 8.3 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 takes 10.9 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.

Both models offer the same torque – 300 Nm.

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, DS Automobiles DS 4 is marginally lighter – 1,558 kg compared to 1,629 kg. The difference is around 71 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C5 Aircross offers markedly more boot space – 565 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 135 L.

When it comes to payload, the Citroen C5 Aircross carries only slightly more – 471 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 29 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, 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
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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

3.9 (4 Reviews)
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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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Alexis vasquez
15 Feb 2026, 21:03:58

I find the Citroën better suited to my daily driving — more comfortable and efficient, with a softer suspension compared with the firmer Toyota Cross.

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DS Automobiles DS 4

The DS 4 is a striking compact that wears couture-inspired styling like a tailored suit, and its cabin feels more boutique hotel than ordinary hatchback with premium materials and clever detailing. On the road it mixes poise with comfort, rewarding drivers who want a refined, characterful alternative to the usual suspects — and enjoy the odd admiring glance at the lights.

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DS Automobiles DS 4

Costs and Consumption
Price
29,100 - 43,000 £
Price
34,000 - 41,700 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
81 - 520 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 121 g/km
co2
137 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
53 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,629 - 2,184 kg
Curb weight
1,558 kg
Trunk capacity
565 L
Trunk capacity
430 L
Length
-
Length
4,400 mm
Width
1,870 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Height
-
Height
1,470 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,240 L
Payload
446 - 471 kg
Payload
442 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Power HP
130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
203 km/h
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Power kW
96 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

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

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

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