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Citroen C5 Aircross vs Mercedes B Class - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (210 HP vs 238 HP), boot space and price (29100 £ vs 33100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 Aircross or Mercedes B Class?
C5 Aircross
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 slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29100 £ , while the Mercedes B Class costs 33100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3995 £.
Both cars consume an average of 2.50 L per 100 km – no difference here.
As for electric range, the Citroen C5 Aircross performs clearly better – achieving up to 520 km, about 437 km more than the Mercedes B Class.
B Class
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 Mercedes B Class has a somewhat edge – offering 238 HP compared to 210 HP. That’s roughly 28 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes B Class is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 6.50 s, while the Citroen C5 Aircross takes 8.30 s. That’s about 1.80 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes B Class performs to a small extent better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Citroen C5 Aircross tops out at 220 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes B Class pulls distinct stronger with 450 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm difference.
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C5 Aircross
Space and Everyday Use:
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Mercedes B Class is slightly lighter – 1405 kg compared to 1629 kg. The difference is around 224 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Citroen C5 Aircross offers somewhat more room – 565 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 110 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Citroen C5 Aircross performs barely noticeable better – up to 1668 L, which is about 128 L more than the Mercedes B Class.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes B Class a bit takes the win – 550 kg compared to 471 kg. That’s a difference of about 79 kg.
Who wins the race?
The Citroen C5 Aircross proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Citroen C5 Aircross is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
from about £29,100
Citroen C5 Aircross
Citroen C5 Aircross
Mercedes B Class
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Citroen C5 Aircross
5 (1 Reviews)
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 B Class
5 (4 Reviews)
The Mercedes B-Class is a smart, grown-up compact people carrier that dresses everyday practicality in a near‑premium polish, perfect for buyers who want comfort and a classy badge without the theatrics. It won’t set your pulse racing on a back road, but it will make school runs, commutes and grocery hauls feel pleasantly civilized — a reliable, slightly posh companion for real life.
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Citroen C5 Aircross
Mercedes B Class
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
29100 - 41600 £
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Price
33100 - 52500 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 5.4 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 6.9 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
17 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
81 - 520 km
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Electric Range
83 km
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Battery Capacity
17.8 - 73 kWh
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Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
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co2
0 - 121 g/km
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co2
56 - 156 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
55 L
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Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
MPV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1629 - 2184 kg
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Curb weight
1405 - 1745 kg
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Trunk capacity
565 L
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Trunk capacity
405 - 455 L
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Length
4650 mm
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Length
4419 mm
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Width
1870 mm
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Width
1796 mm
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Height
1695 mm
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Height
1562 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1668 L
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Max trunk capacity
1440 - 1540 L
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Payload
446 - 471 kg
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Payload
505 - 550 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
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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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 - 210 HP
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Power HP
116 - 238 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10 s
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Max Speed
170 - 220 km/h
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Max Speed
200 - 250 km/h
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Torque
230 - 300 Nm
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Torque
200 - 450 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 - 157 kW
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Power kW
85 - 175 kW
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Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, F
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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What drive types are available for the Citroen C5 Aircross?
The Citroen C5 Aircross is available as Front-Wheel Drive.
The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.