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Citroen C5 Aircross vs Mazda CX-6e comparison

Compare performance (225 HP vs 258 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 42,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 Aircross or Mazda CX-6e?

Citroen C5 Aircross vs Mazda CX-6e: Key differences

Citroen C5 Aircross

3.9 (5 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • a bit more efficient
  • only slightly more electric range
  • clearly lighter
  • somewhat more trunk space
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Mazda CX-6e

  • a bit more power
  • only slightly 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:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Citroen C5 Aircross is clearly cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Mazda CX-6e costs 42,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,714 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Citroen C5 Aircross is a bit more efficient: consuming 17 kWh/100km compared to 18.9 kWh/100km for the Mazda CX-6e. That’s a difference of about 1.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Citroen C5 Aircross offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 520 km, about 36 km more than the Mazda CX-6e.

CX-6e

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 Mazda CX-6e offers a bit more power – delivering 258 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 33 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda CX-6e is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.9 s, while the Citroen C5 Aircross takes 8.3 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Citroen C5 Aircross delivers very slightly more torque with 300 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 10 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, Citroen C5 Aircross is clearly lighter – 1,629 kg compared to 2,205 kg. The difference is around 576 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C5 Aircross offers somewhat more boot space – 565 L compared to 468 L. That’s a difference of about 97 L.

When it comes to payload, the Citroen C5 Aircross carries a bit more – 471 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 86 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Citroen C5 Aircross is decisively ahead 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.

from £29,100
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/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 81 - 520 km
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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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Reviews Citroen C5 Aircross

3.9 (5 Reviews)
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Claude Juillet
3 May 2026, 14:17:36

I drive the 1.2 petrol hybrid from new since January 2026, which was registered in November 2025. Great car to drive. However, for tall person like myself, there is not enough room for your left keg to stretch and cramps happen in long journeys. Acceleration from start is better than my older 1.6 diesel c4 picasso. Overall best car I ever had, although infotainment a bit dodgy with a left hand and not at all practical. I minor inconvenience!

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Jan Hansen
10 Apr 2026, 21:38:06

It's a pleasant car; it's not coarse or brutal. As a 60-year-old, I don't need acceleration or top speed.

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privat
27 Mar 2026, 16:55:05

Cars like the C5 Aircross are probably one reason why Stellantis is almost bankrupt — or already is.
Uncomfortable and completely unsuitable for long-distance driving.
Huge on the outside, small on the inside.
Extremely uncomfortable seats, poor infotainment, very bad driver aids (360° camera, cruise control, lane-keep assist, navigation… are really awful), confusing, poor road manners, loud engine and noisy wind.
I can only hope that I’ll never again be forced to drive this vehicle.

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Alexis vasquez
15 Feb 2026, 21:03:58

I find the Citroën better suited to my daily driving — more comfortable and efficient, with a softer suspension compared with the firmer Toyota Cross.

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Mazda CX-6e

The Mazda CX-6e blends Mazda’s flowing coupe‑SUV silhouette with electric propulsion to deliver a surprisingly engaging and polished driving experience that feels more premium than its price suggests. Inside, the cabin is quietly refined and ergonomically smart, with modern tech and practical space that make it a stylish, sensible choice for drivers who want EV manners without the fanfare.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,100 - 43,000 £
Price
42,800 - 45,400 £
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
18.9 - 19.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
81 - 520 km
Electric Range
468 - 484 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 121 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,629 - 2,184 kg
Curb weight
2,205 kg
Trunk capacity
565 L
Trunk capacity
468 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,870 mm
Width
1,935 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
446 - 471 kg
Payload
385 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
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Power HP
258 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Torque
290 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Power kW
190 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Mazda
Is the Citroen C5 Aircross offered with different drivetrains?

The Citroen C5 Aircross is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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