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Citroen C5 Aircross vs Vauxhall Mokka – Which car suits you better?

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

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.

Vauxhall Mokka has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 22900 £, while the Citroen C5 Aircross costs 29100 £. That’s a price difference of around 6214 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Citroen C5 Aircross manages with 2.50 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Vauxhall Mokka with 4.90 L. The difference is about 2.40 L per 100 km.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Vauxhall Mokka: with 15.40 kWh per 100 km, it’s a bit more efficient than the Citroen C5 Aircross with 17 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.60 kWh.

As for range, the Citroen C5 Aircross performs distinct better – achieving up to 520 km, about 117 km more than the Vauxhall Mokka.

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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 Vauxhall Mokka has a distinct edge – offering 281 HP compared to 210 HP. That’s roughly 71 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Mokka is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 5.90 s, while the Citroen C5 Aircross takes 8.30 s. That’s about 2.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Citroen C5 Aircross performs slight better – reaching 220 km/h, while the Vauxhall Mokka tops out at 209 km/h. The difference is around 11 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Vauxhall Mokka pulls somewhat stronger with 345 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 45 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Vauxhall Mokka is clearly perceptible lighter – 1294 kg compared to 1629 kg. The difference is around 335 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Citroen C5 Aircross offers distinct more room – 565 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 215 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Citroen C5 Aircross performs distinct better – up to 1668 L, which is about 563 L more than the Vauxhall Mokka.

When it comes to payload, Citroen C5 Aircross slightly takes the win – 471 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 71 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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Vauxhall Mokka

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The Opel Mokka cuts a smart, modern silhouette that feels right at home in the city while still turning heads on the open road. It's a practical, easy-to-live-with crossover that blends comfy driving manners with enough flair and tech to keep daily commutes interesting — and it won’t make you regret trading up.

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Vauxhall Mokka
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Costs and Consumption

Price
29100 - 41600 £
Price
22900 - 40500 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 5.4 L
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
17 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 18.5 kWh
Electric Range
81 - 520 km
Electric Range
336 - 403 km
Battery Capacity
17.8 - 73 kWh
Battery Capacity
51 kWh
co2
0 - 121 g/km
co2
0 - 129 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
44 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
1294 - 1672 kg
Trunk capacity
565 L
Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
Length
4650 mm
Length
4150 mm
Width
1870 mm
Width
1787 mm
Height
1695 mm
Height
1506 - 1535 mm
Max trunk capacity
1668 L
Max trunk capacity
1060 - 1105 L
Payload
446 - 471 kg
Payload
388 - 400 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 - 210 HP
Power HP
130 - 281 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9 s
Max Speed
170 - 220 km/h
Max Speed
150 - 209 km/h
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Torque
230 - 345 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
107 - 157 kW
Power kW
100 - 207 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Vauxhall
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.