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Citroen C5 Aircross vs Jeep Compass comparison

Compare performance (225 HP vs 225 HP), boot space and price (29100 £ vs 34200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 Aircross or Jeep Compass?

Citroen C5 Aircross vs Jeep Compass: Key differences

Citroen C5 Aircross

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • to a small extent cheaper
  • to a small extent more efficient
  • barely noticeable more efficient
  • barely noticeable more electric range
  • slight lighter
  • barely noticeable more trunk space

Jeep Compass

2.4 (4 Reviews)
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  • hardly perceptible quicker from 0–100 km/h

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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 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 to a small extent more efficient than the Jeep Compass with 3 L. The difference is about 0.50 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 electric range, the Citroen C5 Aircross performs barely noticeable better – achieving up to 520 km, about 20 km more than the Jeep Compass.

Compass

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.

Both models deliver identical power – 225 HP each.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Jeep Compass is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Citroen C5 Aircross takes 8.30 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.

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.

C5 Aircross

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

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.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Citroen C5 Aircross holds a narrow 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.

Citroen C5 Aircross
Jeep Compass

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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
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17 kWh
  • Electric Range : 81 - 520 km

Citroen C5 Aircross

5 (2 Reviews)
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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

2.4 (4 Reviews)
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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

Costs and Consumption

Price
29100 - 43000 £
Price
34200 - 43200 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 5.4 L
Consumption L/100km
3 - 5.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
17 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
17.50 kWh
Electric Range
81 - 520 km
Electric Range
95 - 500 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
74 kWh
co2
0 - 121 g/km
co2
0 - 130 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1629 - 2184 kg
Curb weight
1667 - 2198 kg
Trunk capacity
565 L
Trunk capacity
550 L
Length
-
Length
4552 mm
Width
1870 mm
Width
1928 mm
Height
-
Height
1675 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1561 L
Payload
446 - 471 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
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 - 225 HP
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.3 s
Max Speed
-
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 - 165 kW
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1596 cm3

General

Model Year
2025 - 2026
Model Year
2025 - 2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
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 shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.