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Citroen C5 Aircross vs Nissan X-Trail comparison
Compare performance (225 HP vs 213 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 34,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 Aircross or Nissan X-Trail?
Citroen C5 Aircross vs Nissan X-Trail: 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 a bit cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Nissan X-Trail costs 34,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,023 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Citroen C5 Aircross uses 2.5 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Nissan X-Trail with 5.7 L/100km. The difference is about 3.2 L/100km.
X-Trail
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 Citroen C5 Aircross offers barely more power – delivering 225 HP compared to 213 HP. That’s roughly 12 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan X-Trail is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7 s, while the Citroen C5 Aircross takes 8.3 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan X-Trail delivers considerably more torque with 525 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 225 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.
Seats: Nissan X-Trail offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Citroen C5 Aircross is only slightly lighter – 1,629 kg compared to 1,668 kg. The difference is around 39 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Nissan X-Trail offers very slightly more boot space – 585 L compared to 565 L. That’s a difference of about 20 L.
When it comes to payload, the Nissan X-Trail carries moderately more – 574 kg compared to 471 kg. That’s a difference of about 103 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Citroen C5 Aircross stands well ahead of its rival 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
Nissan X-Trail
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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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Nissan X-Trail
The Nissan X-Trail is a roomy, no-nonsense family SUV that mixes sensible practicality with a quietly modern look, making it an easy choice for busy lives and weekend escapes. It drives with calm confidence, delivers a comfortable ride and sensible tech, and won’t demand drama while doing the everyday heavy lifting.
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Citroen C5 Aircross
Nissan X-Trail
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
29,100 - 43,000 £
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Price
34,200 - 50,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 5.4 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.9 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
81 - 520 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 121 g/km
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co2
131 - 161 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 - 7
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,629 - 2,184 kg
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Curb weight
1,668 - 1,961 kg
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Trunk capacity
565 L
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Trunk capacity
177 - 585 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,870 mm
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Width
1,840 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
446 - 471 kg
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Payload
432 - 574 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, Full Hybrid
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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
CVT, 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
163 - 213 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 9.6 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
230 - 300 Nm
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Torque
300 - 525 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
107 - 165 kW
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Power kW
120 - 157 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,497 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
Nissan
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