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Citroen C5 Aircross vs Vauxhall Corsa comparison

Compare performance (225 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 19,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 Aircross or Vauxhall Corsa?

Citroen C5 Aircross vs Vauxhall Corsa: Key differences

Citroen C5 Aircross

3.9 (5 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • moderately more electric range
  • considerably more trunk space
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Vauxhall Corsa

  • substantially cheaper
  • somewhat more efficient
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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.

Vauxhall Corsa is substantially cheaper – starting at 19,600 £ , while the Citroen C5 Aircross costs 29,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,514 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Citroen C5 Aircross uses 2.5 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Vauxhall Corsa with 4.5 L/100km. The difference is about 2 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the Vauxhall Corsa is somewhat more efficient: consuming 14.2 kWh/100km compared to 17 kWh/100km for the Citroen C5 Aircross. That’s a difference of about 2.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Citroen C5 Aircross offers moderately more range – reaching up to 520 km, about 91 km more than the Vauxhall Corsa.

Corsa

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 Citroen C5 Aircross offers markedly more power – delivering 225 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 69 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Corsa is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.9 s, while the Citroen C5 Aircross takes 8.3 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Citroen C5 Aircross delivers a bit more torque with 300 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 40 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, Vauxhall Corsa is markedly lighter – 1,175 kg compared to 1,629 kg. The difference is around 454 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C5 Aircross offers considerably more boot space – 565 L compared to 309 L. That’s a difference of about 256 L.

When it comes to payload, the Citroen C5 Aircross carries very slightly more – 471 kg compared to 445 kg. That’s a difference of about 26 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Citroen C5 Aircross is clearly superior overall 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
C5 Aircross

Citroen C5 Aircross

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 145 - 225 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.5 - 5.4 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 81 - 520 km
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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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3.9 (5 Reviews)
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Claude Juillet
3 May 2026, 14:17:36

I drive the 1.2 petrol hybrid from new since January 2026, which was registered in November 2025. Great car to drive. However, for tall person like myself, there is not enough room for your left keg to stretch and cramps happen in long journeys. Acceleration from start is better than my older 1.6 diesel c4 picasso. Overall best car I ever had, although infotainment a bit dodgy with a left hand and not at all practical. I minor inconvenience!

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Jan Hansen
10 Apr 2026, 21:38:06

It's a pleasant car; it's not coarse or brutal. As a 60-year-old, I don't need acceleration or top speed.

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privat
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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Vauxhall Corsa

The Opel Corsa is a tidy little package that blends cheeky styling with sensible practicality, perfect for city streets and weekend escapes alike. It’s easy to live with, economical to run and just lively enough to make daily driving a bit more fun.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,100 - 43,000 £
Price
19,600 - 30,600 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 5.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.2 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
81 - 520 km
Electric Range
347 - 429 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
46 kWh
co2
0 - 121 g/km
co2
0 - 116 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,629 - 2,184 kg
Curb weight
1,175 - 1,544 kg
Trunk capacity
565 L
Trunk capacity
267 - 309 L
Length
-
Length
4,061 mm
Width
1,870 mm
Width
1,765 mm
Height
-
Height
1,435 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,042 L
Payload
446 - 471 kg
Payload
376 - 445 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Power HP
100 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
150 km/h
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Torque
205 - 260 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Vauxhall
Is the Citroen C5 Aircross offered with different drivetrains?

The Citroen C5 Aircross is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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