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Citroen C5 Aircross vs MG ZS – Which one offers the better deal?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 Aircross or MG ZS?

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

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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.

MG ZS has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 18000 £, while the Citroen C5 Aircross costs 29100 £. That’s a price difference of around 11143 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Citroen C5 Aircross manages with 2.50 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the MG ZS with 5 L. The difference is about 2.50 L per 100 km.

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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 Citroen C5 Aircross has a barely noticeable edge – offering 210 HP compared to 197 HP. That’s roughly 13 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Citroen C5 Aircross is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 8.30 s, while the MG ZS takes 8.70 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Citroen C5 Aircross performs slightly better – reaching 220 km/h, while the MG ZS tops out at 179 km/h. The difference is around 41 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Citroen C5 Aircross pulls decisively stronger with 300 Nm compared to 148 Nm. That’s about 152 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, MG ZS is noticeable lighter – 1330 kg compared to 1629 kg. The difference is around 299 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Citroen C5 Aircross offers clearly perceptible more room – 565 L compared to 443 L. That’s a difference of about 122 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Citroen C5 Aircross performs to a small extent better – up to 1668 L, which is about 211 L more than the MG ZS.

When it comes to payload, Citroen C5 Aircross barely noticeable takes the win – 471 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 1 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Citroen C5 Aircross shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £29,100
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Citroen C5 Aircross

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 145 - 210 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.5 - 5.4 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17 kWh
  • Electric Range : 81 - 520 km

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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MG ZS

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The MG ZS arrives as a cheeky and practical choice for shoppers who want SUV style and family-friendly space without blowing the budget. It may not pretend to be premium, but with sensible equipment, easy-to-live-with driving manners and surprising value, it makes a persuasive case for anyone after sensible transport with a bit of personality.

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Citroen C5 Aircross
MG ZS
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Costs and Consumption

Price
29100 - 41600 £
Price
18000 - 24000 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 5.4 L
Consumption L/100km
5 - 6.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
17 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
81 - 520 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
17.8 - 73 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 121 g/km
co2
113 - 145 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
41 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1629 - 2184 kg
Curb weight
1330 - 1420 kg
Trunk capacity
565 L
Trunk capacity
443 L
Length
4650 mm
Length
4430 mm
Width
1870 mm
Width
1818 mm
Height
1695 mm
Height
1635 mm
Max trunk capacity
1668 L
Max trunk capacity
1457 L
Payload
446 - 471 kg
Payload
375 - 470 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 210 HP
Power HP
116 - 197 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 12.5 s
Max Speed
170 - 220 km/h
Max Speed
168 - 179 km/h
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Torque
148 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 157 kW
Power kW
85 - 145 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1495 - 1498 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, E
Brand
Citroen
Brand
MG
What drive types are available for the Citroen C5 Aircross?

The Citroen C5 Aircross is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.