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Citroen C5 Aircross vs Ford Puma comparison

Compare performance (225 HP vs 168 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 23,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 Aircross or Ford Puma?

Citroen C5 Aircross vs Ford Puma: Key differences

Citroen C5 Aircross

4.1 (7 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • moderately more electric range
  • only slightly more trunk space
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Ford Puma

3 (11 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly 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 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.

Ford Puma is noticeably cheaper – starting at 23,900 £ , while the Citroen C5 Aircross costs 29,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,220 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Citroen C5 Aircross uses 2.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Ford Puma with 5.4 L/100km. The difference is about 2.9 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the Ford Puma is visibly more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 17 kWh/100km for the Citroen C5 Aircross. That’s a difference of about 4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Citroen C5 Aircross offers moderately more range – reaching up to 520 km, about 103 km more than the Ford Puma.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Citroen C5 Aircross offers markedly more power – delivering 225 HP compared to 168 HP. That’s roughly 57 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Puma is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Citroen C5 Aircross takes 8.3 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Citroen C5 Aircross delivers marginally more torque with 300 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 10 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, Ford Puma is clearly lighter – 1,316 kg compared to 1,629 kg. The difference is around 313 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C5 Aircross offers only slightly more boot space – 565 L compared to 523 L. That’s a difference of about 42 L.

When it comes to payload, the Citroen C5 Aircross carries very slightly more – 471 kg compared to 469 kg. That’s a difference of about 2 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Citroen C5 Aircross is far ahead overall 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
Citroen C5 Aircross
Ford Puma

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Ford Puma

The Ford Puma blends sporty styling with practical everyday usability, making it a smart choice for drivers who want flair without sacrificing versatility. Its engaging driving character and clever interior packaging give it a more dynamic and useful feel than many rivals.

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Citroen C5 Aircross
Ford Puma

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,100 - 43,000 £
Price
23,900 - 36,300 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 13.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
81 - 520 km
Electric Range
404 - 417 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 121 g/km
co2
0 - 135 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,629 - 2,184 kg
Curb weight
1,316 - 1,563 kg
Trunk capacity
565 L
Trunk capacity
456 - 523 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,870 mm
Width
1,805 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
446 - 471 kg
Payload
367 - 469 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Power HP
125 - 168 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Torque
170 - 290 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Power kW
92 - 124 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
999 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Ford
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