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Citroen C5 Aircross vs Kia Niro - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (210 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (29100 £ vs 29100 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 Aircross or Kia Niro?

Citroen C5 Aircross

5 (1 Reviews)
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Kia Niro

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

C5 Aircross

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Both models are evenly matched in price – each starts at 29100 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Kia Niro manages with 2.40 L and is therefore barely noticeable more efficient than the Citroen C5 Aircross with 2.50 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Citroen C5 Aircross performs significantly better – achieving up to 520 km, about 458 km more than the Kia Niro.

Niro

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 Citroen C5 Aircross has a to a small extent edge – offering 210 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 30 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Citroen C5 Aircross is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 8.30 s, while the Kia Niro takes 9.90 s. That’s about 1.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Citroen C5 Aircross performs slightly better – reaching 220 km/h, while the Kia Niro tops out at 185 km/h. The difference is around 35 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Citroen C5 Aircross pulls to a small extent stronger with 300 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 35 Nm difference.

C5 Aircross

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, Kia Niro is slightly lighter – 1474 kg compared to 1629 kg. The difference is around 155 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Citroen C5 Aircross offers clearly perceptible more room – 565 L compared to 451 L. That’s a difference of about 114 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Citroen C5 Aircross performs a bit better – up to 1668 L, which is about 223 L more than the Kia Niro.

When it comes to payload, Citroen C5 Aircross hardly perceptible takes the win – 471 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Citroen C5 Aircross shows itself to be wins the duel decisively 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
C5 Aircross

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
Kia Niro

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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 Niro

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The Kia Niro blends clever packaging and modern styling into a compact crossover that’s refreshingly sensible for daily life. It’s comfortable, economical and packed with user‑friendly tech, so if you want a fuss‑free family car with a touch of green credibility, the Niro is worth a test drive.

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Citroen C5 Aircross
Kia Niro
C5 Aircross
Niro

Costs and Consumption

Price
29100 - 41600 £
Price
29100 - 38600 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 5.4 L
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 4.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
17 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
81 - 520 km
Electric Range
57 - 62 km
Battery Capacity
17.8 - 73 kWh
Battery Capacity
1.3 - 11.1 kWh
co2
0 - 121 g/km
co2
53 - 111 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
37 - 42 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
1474 - 1594 kg
Trunk capacity
565 L
Trunk capacity
348 - 451 L
Length
4650 mm
Length
4420 mm
Width
1870 mm
Width
1825 mm
Height
1695 mm
Height
1545 mm
Max trunk capacity
1668 L
Max trunk capacity
1342 - 1445 L
Payload
446 - 471 kg
Payload
466 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 210 HP
Power HP
138 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 11.4 s
Max Speed
170 - 220 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 185 km/h
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Torque
265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 157 kW
Power kW
102 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1580 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B
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.