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Citroen C5 Aircross vs Mercedes A Class comparison
Compare performance (225 HP vs 421 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 32,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 Aircross or Mercedes A Class?
Citroen C5 Aircross vs Mercedes A Class: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
C5 Aircross
Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Citroen C5 Aircross is moderately cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Mercedes A Class costs 32,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,434 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes A Class uses 2.3 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the Citroen C5 Aircross with 2.5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Citroen C5 Aircross offers clearly more range – reaching up to 520 km, about 435 km more than the Mercedes A Class.
A Class
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 Mercedes A Class offers significantly more power – delivering 421 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 196 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Citroen C5 Aircross takes 8.3 s. That’s about 4.4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes A Class delivers markedly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm more.
C5 Aircross
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 terms of curb weight, Mercedes A Class is moderately lighter – 1,440 kg compared to 1,629 kg. The difference is around 189 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Citroen C5 Aircross offers noticeably more boot space – 565 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 215 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes A Class carries barely more – 485 kg compared to 471 kg. That’s a difference of about 14 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Mercedes A Class comes out clearly 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 £32,600
Mercedes A Class
Citroen C5 Aircross
Mercedes A Class
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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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Mercedes A Class
The Mercedes A‑Class arrives as a compact charmer that dresses premium materials and a cockpit full of screens in a tidy, city-friendly package, delivering surprising agility and poise. For buyers who want a luxury badge, clever tech and a car that's equally happy in tight streets or on a spirited country run, the A‑Class offers a grown-up feel with a cheeky streak.
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Citroen C5 Aircross
Mercedes A Class
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
29,100 - 43,000 £
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Price
32,600 - 66,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 5.4 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 9 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
85 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
53 - 205 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
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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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
1,440 - 1,695 kg
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Trunk capacity
565 L
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Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,870 mm
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Width
1,796 - 1,850 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
450 - 485 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol
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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
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
145 - 225 HP
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Power HP
116 - 421 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 9.7 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
200 - 500 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
107 - 165 kW
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Power kW
85 - 310 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 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
D, E, B, G
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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