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Citroen C5 Aircross vs Jeep Compass – Which one offers the better deal?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 Aircross or Jeep Compass?

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

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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 Jeep Compass costs 34200 £. That’s a price difference of around 5066 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Citroen C5 Aircross manages with 2.50 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Jeep Compass with 5.80 L. The difference is about 3.30 L per 100 km.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Citroen C5 Aircross: with 17 kWh per 100 km, it’s barely noticeable more efficient than the Jeep Compass with 17.50 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.50 kWh.

As for range, the Citroen C5 Aircross performs barely noticeable better – achieving up to 520 km, about 20 km more than the Jeep Compass.

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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 Jeep Compass has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 213 HP compared to 210 HP. That’s roughly 3 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Citroen C5 Aircross is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 8.30 s, while the Jeep Compass takes 8.50 s. That’s about 0.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Citroen C5 Aircross performs to a small extent better – reaching 220 km/h, while the Jeep Compass tops out at 188 km/h. The difference is around 32 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Jeep Compass pulls slightly stronger with 345 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 45 Nm difference.

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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, Citroen C5 Aircross is slight lighter – 1629 kg compared to 1667 kg. The difference is around 38 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Citroen C5 Aircross offers barely noticeable more room – 565 L compared to 550 L. That’s a difference of about 15 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Citroen C5 Aircross performs slight better – up to 1668 L, which is about 107 L more than the Jeep Compass.

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

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 145 - 210 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.5 - 5.4 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17 kWh
  • Electric Range : 81 - 520 km

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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Jeep Compass

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The Jeep Compass packs classic Jeep styling with a surprisingly composed demeanor, equally at home turning heads in the city or tackling a weekend dirt track. Inside it's a pragmatic, user-friendly compact SUV that prioritizes comfort and versatility — a smart pick if you want a dose of adventure without giving up everyday sense.

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Citroen C5 Aircross
Jeep Compass
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Costs and Consumption

Price
29100 - 41600 £
Price
34200 - 43200 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 5.4 L
Consumption L/100km
5.8 - 5.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
17 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
17.50 kWh
Electric Range
81 - 520 km
Electric Range
500 km
Battery Capacity
17.8 - 73 kWh
Battery Capacity
74 kWh
co2
0 - 121 g/km
co2
0 - 133 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
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
1667 - 2198 kg
Trunk capacity
565 L
Trunk capacity
550 L
Length
4650 mm
Length
4552 mm
Width
1870 mm
Width
1928 mm
Height
1695 mm
Height
1675 mm
Max trunk capacity
1668 L
Max trunk capacity
1561 L
Payload
446 - 471 kg
Payload
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Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 210 HP
Power HP
145 - 213 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 10.3 s
Max Speed
170 - 220 km/h
Max Speed
180 - 188 km/h
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Torque
230 - 345 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
107 - 157 kW
Power kW
107 - 157 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Jeep
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.