Compare performance (225 HP vs 327 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 49,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 Aircross or Mazda CX-80?
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-80 costs 49,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,194 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Citroen C5 Aircross uses 2.5 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Mazda CX-80 with 4 L/100km. The difference is about 1.5 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Citroen C5 Aircross offers clearly more range – reaching up to 520 km, about 460 km more than the Mazda CX-80.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Mazda CX-80 offers noticeably more power – delivering 327 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 102 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda CX-80 is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 6.8 s, while the Citroen C5 Aircross takes 8.3 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mazda CX-80 delivers significantly more torque with 550 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: Mazda CX-80 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Citroen C5 Aircross is clearly lighter – 1,629 kg compared to 2,131 kg. The difference is around 502 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Citroen C5 Aircross offers considerably more boot space – 565 L compared to 258 L. That’s a difference of about 307 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mazda CX-80 carries noticeably more – 650 kg compared to 471 kg. That’s a difference of about 179 kg.
The Citroen C5 Aircross holds a decisive 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.
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.
detailsThe Mazda CX-80 brings polished, near-premium styling and a cabin that feels far classier than its badge might imply. It steers with a composed, engaging character and packs the sensible practicality families want — with just enough flair to make school runs feel a little less ordinary.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
29,100 - 43,000 £
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Price
49,300 - 61,400 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 5.4 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4 - 5.6 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
81 - 520 km
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Electric Range
60 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 121 g/km
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co2
91 - 146 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
7
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,629 - 2,184 kg
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Curb weight
2,131 - 2,240 kg
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Trunk capacity
565 L
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Trunk capacity
258 L
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Length
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Length
-
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Width
1,870 mm
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Width
1,890 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
446 - 471 kg
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Payload
649 - 650 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plug-in Hybrid
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Engine Type
Plug-in Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
145 - 225 HP
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Power HP
254 - 327 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 - 8.4 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
230 - 300 Nm
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Torque
500 - 550 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Power kW
107 - 165 kW
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Power kW
187 - 241 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
2,488 - 3,283 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
Mazda
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