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Citroen C5 Aircross vs Mercedes E Class comparison
Compare performance (225 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 50,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 Aircross or Mercedes E Class?
Citroen C5 Aircross vs Mercedes E 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:
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 Mercedes E Class costs 50,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,356 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes E Class uses 1.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Citroen C5 Aircross with 2.5 L/100km. The difference is about 1 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Citroen C5 Aircross offers clearly more range – reaching up to 520 km, about 404 km more than the Mercedes E Class.
E 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 E Class offers significantly more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 360 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes E Class is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Citroen C5 Aircross takes 8.3 s. That’s about 4.3 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes E Class delivers substantially more torque with 750 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 450 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, Citroen C5 Aircross is somewhat lighter – 1,629 kg compared to 1,810 kg. The difference is around 181 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Citroen C5 Aircross offers marginally more boot space – 565 L compared to 540 L. That’s a difference of about 25 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes E Class carries clearly more – 640 kg compared to 471 kg. That’s a difference of about 169 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Mercedes E Class 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.
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Mercedes E Class
Citroen C5 Aircross
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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 E Class
The Mercedes E‑Class is the executive saloon that balances calm refinement with a hint of sporting intent, wrapping luxury in tasteful understatement. It pampers occupants with a composed ride and intuitive tech while quietly reminding you that it’s still very much a Mercedes — authoritative, polished, and unwilling to shout for attention.
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Citroen C5 Aircross
Mercedes E Class
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
29,100 - 43,000 £
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Price
50,500 - 119,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 5.4 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 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
101 - 116 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
39 - 172 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
Sedan
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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
1,810 - 2,390 kg
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Trunk capacity
565 L
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Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,870 mm
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Width
1,880 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
530 - 640 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, Plugin 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
145 - 225 HP
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Power HP
186 - 585 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 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
320 - 750 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
137 - 430 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, D
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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