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Citroen C5 Aircross vs Peugeot 508 SW comparison

Compare performance (225 HP vs 360 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 45,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 Aircross or Peugeot 508 SW?

Citroen C5 Aircross vs Peugeot 508 SW: Key differences

Citroen C5 Aircross

4.1 (7 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • a bit lighter
  • very slightly more trunk space
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Peugeot 508 SW

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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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.

Citroen C5 Aircross is significantly cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Peugeot 508 SW costs 45,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,466 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 508 SW uses 1.7 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Citroen C5 Aircross with 2.5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Citroen C5 Aircross offers considerably more range – reaching up to 520 km, about 468 km more than the Peugeot 508 SW.

508 SW

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 Peugeot 508 SW offers clearly more power – delivering 360 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 135 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 508 SW is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5.2 s, while the Citroen C5 Aircross takes 8.3 s. That’s about 3.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 508 SW delivers considerably more torque with 520 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 220 Nm more.

C5 Aircross

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Citroen C5 Aircross is a bit lighter – 1,629 kg compared to 1,846 kg. The difference is around 217 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C5 Aircross offers very slightly more boot space – 565 L compared to 530 L. That’s a difference of about 35 L.

When it comes to payload, the Citroen C5 Aircross carries only slightly more – 471 kg compared to 454 kg. That’s a difference of about 17 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Citroen C5 Aircross stands out in the key areas 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
Citroen C5 Aircross
Peugeot 508 SW

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Peugeot 508 SW

The Peugeot 508 SW dresses up as a sleek estate, blending Parisian flair with usable loadspace so you don't have to choose between style and weekend practicality. Inside it's a driver-focused cabin with quality materials and clever packaging that makes it a sensible, slightly mischievous choice for buyers who want an executive feel without the buttoned-up seriousness.

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Citroen C5 Aircross
Peugeot 508 SW

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,100 - 43,000 £
Price
45,600 - 61,800 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
81 - 520 km
Electric Range
46 - 52 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 121 g/km
co2
38 - 45 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,629 - 2,184 kg
Curb weight
1,846 - 1,967 kg
Trunk capacity
565 L
Trunk capacity
530 L
Length
-
Length
4,778 mm
Width
1,870 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
-
Height
1,420 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,780 L
Payload
446 - 471 kg
Payload
373 - 454 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Power HP
180 - 360 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 8.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
230 - 250 km/h
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Torque
360 - 520 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Power kW
133 - 265 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Peugeot
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