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Citroen C5 Aircross vs Mercedes Citan Transporter comparison

Compare performance (225 HP vs 131 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 21,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 Aircross or Mercedes Citan Transporter?

Citroen C5 Aircross vs Mercedes Citan Transporter: Key differences

Citroen C5 Aircross

4 (6 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • only slightly more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mercedes Citan Transporter

  • visibly cheaper
  • moderately lighter
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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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mercedes Citan Transporter is visibly cheaper – starting at 21,700 £ , while the Citroen C5 Aircross costs 29,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,393 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Citroen C5 Aircross uses 2.5 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mercedes Citan Transporter with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 2.6 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the Citroen C5 Aircross is only slightly more efficient: consuming 17 kWh/100km compared to 18.7 kWh/100km for the Mercedes Citan Transporter. That’s a difference of about 1.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Citroen C5 Aircross offers clearly more range – reaching up to 520 km, about 230 km more than the Mercedes Citan Transporter.

Citan Transporter

Engine and Performance:

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 Citroen C5 Aircross offers significantly more power – delivering 225 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 94 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Citroen C5 Aircross is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 8.3 s, while the Mercedes Citan Transporter takes 11.7 s. That’s about 3.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Citroen C5 Aircross delivers very slightly more torque with 300 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, Mercedes Citan Transporter is moderately lighter – 1,381 kg compared to 1,629 kg. The difference is around 248 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Citan Transporter carries significantly more – 787 kg compared to 471 kg. That’s a difference of about 316 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Citroen C5 Aircross is far ahead overall 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.

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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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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

4 (6 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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Mercedes Citan Transporter

The Mercedes Citan is a practical, city-friendly van that blends Mercedes' premium touches with sensible commercial utility — it's nimble in tight streets, easy to load, and feels more polished than its price suggests. For small-business owners who want something professional-looking without fuss, the Citan is a dependable workhorse that won’t embarrass you at client meetings and is surprisingly pleasant to drive.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,100 - 43,000 £
Price
21,700 - 33,300 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 21.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
81 - 520 km
Electric Range
262 - 290 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
45 kWh
co2
0 - 121 g/km
co2
0 - 156 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
1,629 - 2,184 kg
Curb weight
1,381 - 1,939 kg
Trunk capacity
565 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Width
1,870 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
-
Height
1,819 - 1,830 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,900 - 3,620 L
Payload
446 - 471 kg
Payload
449 - 787 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.7 - 13.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Torque
240 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the Citroen C5 Aircross offered with different drivetrains?

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

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