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Citroen C5 Aircross vs Mercedes GLC - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (210 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (29100 £ vs 50300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 Aircross or Mercedes GLC?
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 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29100 £ , while the Mercedes GLC costs 50300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21193 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes GLC manages with 1.60 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Citroen C5 Aircross with 2.50 L. The difference is about 0.90 L per 100 km.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Mercedes GLC: with 14.90 kWh per 100 km, it’s somewhat more efficient than the Citroen C5 Aircross with 17 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.10 kWh.
As for electric range, the Mercedes GLC performs noticeable better – achieving up to 714 km, about 194 km more than the Citroen C5 Aircross.
GLC
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 GLC has a clearly edge – offering 680 HP compared to 210 HP. That’s roughly 470 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLC is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Citroen C5 Aircross takes 8.30 s. That’s about 4.80 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLC performs to a small extent better – reaching 275 km/h, while the Citroen C5 Aircross tops out at 220 km/h. The difference is around 55 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLC pulls decisively stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 720 Nm difference.
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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 curb weight, Citroen C5 Aircross is to a small extent lighter – 1629 kg compared to 1910 kg. The difference is around 281 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLC offers barely noticeable more room – 620 L compared to 565 L. That’s a difference of about 55 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes GLC performs slight better – up to 1740 L, which is about 72 L more than the Citroen C5 Aircross.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLC noticeable takes the win – 600 kg compared to 471 kg. That’s a difference of about 129 kg.
Who wins the race?
The Mercedes GLC proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes GLC is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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Citroen C5 Aircross
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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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Citroen C5 Aircross
Mercedes GLC
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
29100 - 41600 £
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Price
50300 - 126600 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 5.4 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.9 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
17 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh
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Electric Range
81 - 520 km
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Electric Range
12 - 714 km
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Battery Capacity
17.8 - 73 kWh
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Battery Capacity
94 kWh
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co2
0 - 121 g/km
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co2
0 - 225 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
55 L
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Fuel tank capacity
49 - 65 L
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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
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1629 - 2184 kg
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Curb weight
1910 - 2535 kg
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Trunk capacity
565 L
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Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
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Length
4650 mm
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Length
4716 - 4845 mm
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Width
1870 mm
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Width
1890 - 1913 mm
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Height
1695 mm
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Height
1603 - 1647 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1668 L
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Max trunk capacity
1335 - 1740 L
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Payload
446 - 471 kg
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Payload
475 - 600 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, 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
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
145 - 210 HP
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Power HP
186 - 680 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
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Max Speed
170 - 220 km/h
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Max Speed
208 - 275 km/h
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Torque
230 - 300 Nm
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Torque
320 - 1020 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 - 157 kW
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Power kW
137 - 500 kW
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Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1991 - 2989 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025 - 2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, B, A
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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What drive types are available for the Citroen C5 Aircross?
The Citroen C5 Aircross is available as Front-Wheel Drive.
The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.