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Citroen C5 Aircross vs Ford Kuga – Which car suits you better?
Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Citroen C5 Aircross or Ford Kuga fits your lifestyle better.
C5 Aircross
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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 has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29100 £, while the Ford Kuga costs 34200 £. That’s a price difference of around 5108 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Citroen C5 Aircross manages with 2.50 L and is therefore a bit more efficient than the Ford Kuga with 2.80 L. The difference is about 0.30 L per 100 km.
As for range, the Citroen C5 Aircross performs clearly better – achieving up to 520 km, about 452 km more than the Ford Kuga.
Kuga
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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 Ford Kuga has a a bit edge – offering 243 HP compared to 210 HP. That’s roughly 33 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Kuga is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 7.30 s, while the Citroen C5 Aircross takes 8.30 s. That’s about 1 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Citroen C5 Aircross performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 220 km/h, while the Ford Kuga tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Citroen C5 Aircross pulls slightly stronger with 300 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm difference.
C5 Aircross
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Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Ford Kuga is barely noticeable lighter – 1526 kg compared to 1629 kg. The difference is around 103 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Citroen C5 Aircross offers noticeable more room – 565 L compared to 412 L. That’s a difference of about 153 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Citroen C5 Aircross performs barely noticeable better – up to 1668 L, which is about 134 L more than the Ford Kuga.
When it comes to payload, Ford Kuga somewhat takes the win – 550 kg compared to 471 kg. That’s a difference of about 79 kg.
Who comes out on top?
Overall, the Citroen C5 Aircross shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects 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 £29,100
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Citroen C5 Aircross
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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Ford Kuga
The Kuga is Ford’s adaptable family SUV that blends usable space with a surprisingly lively driving character, making daily commutes and weekend escapes equally enjoyable. With smart interior packaging, an easy-to-use infotainment setup and composed road manners, it’s a sensible choice for buyers who want a bit of fun without the fuss.
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Citroen C5 Aircross
Ford Kuga
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
29100 - 41600 £
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Price
34200 - 46300 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 5.4 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 6.8 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
17 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
81 - 520 km
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Electric Range
68 km
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Battery Capacity
17.8 - 73 kWh
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Battery Capacity
1.1 - 14.4 kWh
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co2
0 - 121 g/km
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co2
55 - 154 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
55 L
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Fuel tank capacity
42 - 54 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1629 - 2184 kg
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Curb weight
1526 - 1859 kg
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Trunk capacity
565 L
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Trunk capacity
412 L
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Length
4650 mm
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Length
4604 - 4645 mm
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Width
1870 mm
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Width
1882 mm
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Height
1695 mm
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Height
1673 - 1681 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1668 L
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Max trunk capacity
1534 L
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Payload
446 - 471 kg
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Payload
541 - 550 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, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
145 - 210 HP
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Power HP
150 - 243 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.3 - 9.9 s
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Max Speed
170 - 220 km/h
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Max Speed
195 - 200 km/h
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Torque
230 - 300 Nm
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Torque
240 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
107 - 157 kW
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Power kW
111 - 178 kW
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Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1496 - 2488 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, B
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
Ford
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What drive types are available for the Citroen C5 Aircross?
The Citroen C5 Aircross is available as Front-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.