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Citroen C5 Aircross vs Mercedes EQS SUV comparison

Compare performance (225 HP vs 658 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 95,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 Aircross or Mercedes EQS SUV?

Citroen C5 Aircross vs Mercedes EQS SUV: Key differences

Citroen C5 Aircross

3.8 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • slightly more efficient
  • clearly lighter

Mercedes EQS SUV

  • clearly more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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 EQS SUV costs 95,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 65,838 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Citroen C5 Aircross is slightly more efficient: consuming 17 kWh/100km compared to 19.6 kWh/100km for the Mercedes EQS SUV. That’s a difference of about 2.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQS SUV offers clearly more range – reaching up to 695 km, about 175 km more than the Citroen C5 Aircross.

EQS SUV

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 EQS SUV offers clearly more power – delivering 658 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 433 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQS SUV is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the Citroen C5 Aircross takes 8.3 s. That’s about 3.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQS SUV delivers substantially more torque with 950 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 650 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 2,695 kg. The difference is around 1,066 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQS SUV offers a bit more boot space – 645 L compared to 565 L. That’s a difference of about 80 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQS SUV carries a bit more – 570 kg compared to 471 kg. That’s a difference of about 99 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQS SUV 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.

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EQS SUV

Mercedes EQS SUV

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 360 - 658 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 615 - 695 km
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Reviews Citroen C5 Aircross

3.8 (3 Reviews)
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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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The Mercedes EQS SUV blends limousine-level quiet and luxury with the commanding presence of an SUV, wrapping passengers in sumptuous materials and a futuristic, screen-dominated cabin. It drives with serene confidence and delivers the kind of effortless refinement that makes city commutes and long trips feel like first-class experiences — just be prepared for attention wherever you park it.

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Mercedes EQS SUV

Costs and Consumption
Price
29,100 - 43,000 £
Price
95,000 - 212,100 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
81 - 520 km
Electric Range
615 - 695 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
108.4 - 118 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
4 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,629 - 2,184 kg
Curb weight
2,695 - 3,075 kg
Trunk capacity
565 L
Trunk capacity
440 - 645 L
Length
-
Length
5,125 mm
Width
1,870 mm
Width
1,959 - 2,034 mm
Height
-
Height
1,718 - 1,721 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,100 L
Payload
446 - 471 kg
Payload
425 - 570 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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Power HP
360 - 658 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 6.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
210 km/h
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Torque
568 - 950 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Power kW
265 - 484 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
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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