Deutschland
France
Nederland
Great Britain
Sverige
Danmark
Suomi
Italia
Polska
Česko
EspañaVS
Citroen C5 Aircross vs Mercedes GLE comparison
Compare performance (225 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 78,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 Aircross or Mercedes GLE?
Citroen C5 Aircross vs Mercedes GLE: 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 substantially cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Mercedes GLE costs 78,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 49,778 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Citroen C5 Aircross uses 2.5 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the Mercedes GLE with 3.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.7 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Citroen C5 Aircross offers substantially more range – reaching up to 520 km, about 416 km more than the Mercedes GLE.
GLE
Engine and Performance:
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes GLE offers clearly 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 GLE is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Citroen C5 Aircross takes 8.3 s. That’s about 3.8 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLE delivers substantially more torque with 750 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 450 Nm more.
C5 Aircross
Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Citroen C5 Aircross is substantially lighter – 1,629 kg compared to 2,390 kg. The difference is around 761 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLE offers somewhat more boot space – 655 L compared to 565 L. That’s a difference of about 90 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLE carries noticeably more – 770 kg compared to 471 kg. That’s a difference of about 299 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Citroen C5 Aircross holds a narrow 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.
from £29,100
Citroen C5 Aircross
Citroen C5 Aircross
Mercedes GLE
Costs and Consumption
View detailed analysis
View detailed analysis
Engine and Performance
View detailed analysis
View detailed analysis
Dimensions and Body
View detailed analysis
View detailed analysis
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.
details
Mercedes GLE
The Mercedes GLE blends luxurious comfort with a confident road presence, wrapping tech and refinement in an SUV shape that still knows how to behave on a twisty back road. Inside it's plush and quiet, with clever storage and driver aids that make long trips effortless — plus the badge gives it that easy-to-respect curb appeal.
details
Citroen C5 Aircross
Mercedes GLE
Costs and Consumption |
|
|---|---|
|
Price
29,100 - 43,000 £
|
Price
78,900 - 115,800 £
|
|
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 5.4 L/100km
|
Consumption L/100km
3.2 - 10.6 L/100km
|
|
Consumption kWh/100km
17 kWh/100km
|
Consumption kWh/100km
-
|
|
Electric Range
81 - 520 km
|
Electric Range
91 - 104 km
|
|
Battery Capacity
-
|
Battery Capacity
-
|
|
co2
0 - 121 g/km
|
co2
72 - 241 g/km
|
|
Fuel tank capacity
-
|
Fuel tank capacity
-
|
Dimensions and Body |
|
|---|---|
|
Body Type
SUV
|
Body Type
SUV
|
|
Seats
5
|
Seats
5
|
|
Doors
-
|
Doors
-
|
|
Curb weight
1,629 - 2,184 kg
|
Curb weight
2,390 - 2,815 kg
|
|
Trunk capacity
565 L
|
Trunk capacity
485 - 655 L
|
|
Length
-
|
Length
-
|
|
Width
1,870 mm
|
Width
2,010 - 2,018 mm
|
|
Height
-
|
Height
-
|
|
Max trunk capacity
-
|
Max trunk capacity
-
|
|
Payload
446 - 471 kg
|
Payload
495 - 770 kg
|
Engine and Performance |
|
|---|---|
|
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
|
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
|
|
Transmission
Automatic
|
Transmission
Automatic
|
|
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
|
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
|
|
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
|
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
|
|
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
|
Power HP
309 - 585 HP
|
|
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
|
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.2 s
|
|
Max Speed
-
|
Max Speed
-
|
|
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
|
Torque
560 - 750 Nm
|
|
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
|
Number of Cylinders
6
|
|
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
|
Power kW
227 - 430 kW
|
|
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
|
Engine capacity
2,989 - 2,999 cm3
|
General |
|
|---|---|
|
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
|
Model Year
2026
|
|
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
|
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
|
|
Brand
Citroen
|
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
|
DriveDuel uses data analysis and artificial intelligence to evaluate vehicle data and create content. Content is regularly reviewed and improved.
The displayed prices are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted to the respective country’s VAT. Country-specific registration taxes are not included. This information is not legally binding.