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Citroen C5 Aircross vs GWM ORA 07 comparison

Compare performance (225 HP vs 408 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 36,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 Aircross or GWM ORA 07?

Citroen C5 Aircross vs GWM ORA 07: Key differences

Citroen C5 Aircross

4.1 (7 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • clearly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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GWM ORA 07

  • significantly more power
  • marginally more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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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.

Citroen C5 Aircross is noticeably cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the GWM ORA 07 costs 36,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,857 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the GWM ORA 07 is marginally more efficient: consuming 16.5 kWh/100km compared to 17 kWh/100km for the Citroen C5 Aircross. That’s a difference of about 0.5 kWh/100km.

The electric range is almost identical – both manage about 520 km on a single charge.

ORA 07

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 GWM ORA 07 offers significantly more power – delivering 408 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 183 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the GWM ORA 07 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Citroen C5 Aircross takes 8.3 s. That’s about 3.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the GWM ORA 07 delivers considerably more torque with 680 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 380 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, Citroen C5 Aircross is clearly lighter – 1,629 kg compared to 2,065 kg. The difference is around 436 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C5 Aircross offers clearly more boot space – 565 L compared to 333 L. That’s a difference of about 232 L.

When it comes to payload, the Citroen C5 Aircross carries noticeably more – 471 kg compared to 350 kg. That’s a difference of about 121 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The GWM ORA 07 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.

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ORA 07

GWM ORA 07

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 204 - 408 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.5 - 17.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 440 - 520 km
Citroen C5 Aircross
GWM ORA 07

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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GWM ORA 07

The GWM ORA 07 arrives as a cheeky, fashion-forward electric crossover that blends retro-modern styling with practical everyday sense, so it’s as happy in city traffic as it is turning heads on the boulevard. Inside you get a comfy, tech-rich cabin and sensible packaging without a premium sticker, making it a smart pick for buyers who want personality and value in one neat package.

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Citroen C5 Aircross
GWM ORA 07

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,100 - 43,000 £
Price
36,000 - 45,800 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 17.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
81 - 520 km
Electric Range
440 - 520 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 121 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,629 - 2,184 kg
Curb weight
2,065 - 2,210 kg
Trunk capacity
565 L
Trunk capacity
333 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,870 mm
Width
1,862 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
446 - 471 kg
Payload
350 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Power HP
204 - 408 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 8.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Torque
340 - 680 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Power kW
150 - 300 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
GWM
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