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Citroen C5 Aircross vs Mercedes EQB comparison

Compare performance (225 HP vs 292 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 45,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 Aircross or Mercedes EQB?

Citroen C5 Aircross vs Mercedes EQB: Key differences

Citroen C5 Aircross

4 (6 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
  • somewhat more trunk space
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Mercedes EQB

4.3 (4 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • a bit more efficient
  • only slightly more electric range
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
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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:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Citroen C5 Aircross is clearly cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Mercedes EQB costs 45,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,735 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes EQB is a bit more efficient: consuming 15.2 kWh/100km compared to 17 kWh/100km for the Citroen C5 Aircross. That’s a difference of about 1.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQB offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 535 km, about 15 km more than the Citroen C5 Aircross.

EQB

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 EQB offers visibly more power – delivering 292 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 67 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQB is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 6.2 s, while the Citroen C5 Aircross takes 8.3 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQB delivers significantly more torque with 520 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 220 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 clearly lighter – 1,629 kg compared to 2,105 kg. The difference is around 476 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C5 Aircross offers somewhat more boot space – 565 L compared to 495 L. That’s a difference of about 70 L.

When it comes to payload, the Citroen C5 Aircross carries barely more – 471 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 36 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQB shows a few small advantages 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 £45,900
EQB

Mercedes EQB

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 190 - 292 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.2 - 17.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 468 - 535 km
Citroen C5 Aircross
Mercedes EQB

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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 EQB

The Mercedes EQB is an electric compact SUV that dresses Mercedes' premium feel in practical clothing, with flexible seating and a serene, composed ride that turns everyday errands into a small luxury. It won't thrill the enthusiast, but for buyers who want a smart, spacious and well-made EV with tasteful tech and real-world usability, the EQB is a sensible, slightly buttoned-up choice that impresses without shouting.

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Citroen C5 Aircross
Mercedes EQB

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,100 - 43,000 £
Price
45,900 - 58,900 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.2 - 17.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
81 - 520 km
Electric Range
468 - 535 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
70.5 kWh
co2
0 - 121 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,629 - 2,184 kg
Curb weight
2,105 - 2,170 kg
Trunk capacity
565 L
Trunk capacity
495 L
Length
-
Length
4,684 mm
Width
1,870 mm
Width
1,834 mm
Height
-
Height
1,654 - 1,689 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,710 L
Payload
446 - 471 kg
Payload
435 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Power HP
190 - 292 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
160 km/h
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Torque
385 - 520 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Power kW
140 - 215 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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