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?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
detailsThe 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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Price
29,100 - 43,000 £
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Price
45,900 - 58,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 5.4 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
17 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.2 - 17.2 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
81 - 520 km
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Electric Range
468 - 535 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
70.5 kWh
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co2
0 - 121 g/km
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co2
0 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
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,629 - 2,184 kg
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Curb weight
2,105 - 2,170 kg
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Trunk capacity
565 L
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Trunk capacity
495 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,684 mm
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Width
1,870 mm
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Width
1,834 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,654 - 1,689 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,710 L
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Payload
446 - 471 kg
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Payload
435 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
Electric
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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
Reduction Gearbox
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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
190 - 292 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 8.9 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
160 km/h
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Torque
230 - 300 Nm
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Torque
385 - 520 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
107 - 165 kW
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Power kW
140 - 215 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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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
A
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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