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Citroen C5 Aircross vs Kia EV3 – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 Aircross or Kia EV3?

Citroen C5 Aircross

5 (1 Reviews)
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Kia EV3

5 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Citroen C5 Aircross has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29100 £, while the Kia EV3 costs 30800 £. That’s a price difference of around 1714 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Kia EV3: with 14.90 kWh per 100 km, it’s to a small extent more efficient than the Citroen C5 Aircross with 17 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.10 kWh.

As for range, the Kia EV3 performs somewhat better – achieving up to 605 km, about 85 km more than the Citroen C5 Aircross.

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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 has a barely noticeable edge – offering 210 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 6 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV3 is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 7.50 s, while the Citroen C5 Aircross takes 8.30 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Citroen C5 Aircross performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 220 km/h, while the Kia EV3 tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Citroen C5 Aircross pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 300 Nm compared to 283 Nm. That’s about 17 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Citroen C5 Aircross is somewhat lighter – 1629 kg compared to 1800 kg. The difference is around 171 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Citroen C5 Aircross offers somewhat more room – 565 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 105 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Citroen C5 Aircross performs noticeable better – up to 1668 L, which is about 417 L more than the Kia EV3.

When it comes to payload, Citroen C5 Aircross barely noticeable takes the win – 471 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 1 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Citroen C5 Aircross shows itself to be secures victory with a clear margin 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.

Citroen C5 Aircross
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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

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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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Kia EV3

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The Kia EV3 arrives as a cheeky, practical electric compact that manages to feel both premium and playful, delivering crisp handling and a roomy cabin that's perfect for urban life. With smart tech, friendly styling and sensible pricing, the EV3 is the kind of car that makes switching to electric feel like a no-brainer without asking you to give anything important up.

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Citroen C5 Aircross
Kia EV3
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EV3 @ Kia Corporation

Costs and Consumption

Price
29100 - 41600 £
Price
30800 - 41700 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 5.4 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.2 kWh
Electric Range
81 - 520 km
Electric Range
436 - 605 km
Battery Capacity
17.8 - 73 kWh
Battery Capacity
58.3 - 81.4 kWh
co2
0 - 121 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1629 - 2184 kg
Curb weight
1800 - 1885 kg
Trunk capacity
565 L
Trunk capacity
460 L
Length
4650 mm
Length
4300 - 4310 mm
Width
1870 mm
Width
1850 mm
Height
1695 mm
Height
1560 - 1570 mm
Max trunk capacity
1668 L
Max trunk capacity
1251 L
Payload
446 - 471 kg
Payload
470 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
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 210 HP
Power HP
204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
170 - 220 km/h
Max Speed
170 km/h
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Torque
283 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
107 - 157 kW
Power kW
150 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Kia
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.

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