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?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
29,100 - 43,000 £
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Price
45,600 - 61,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 5.4 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 2 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
46 - 52 km
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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
38 - 45 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
43 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,629 - 2,184 kg
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Curb weight
1,846 - 1,967 kg
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Trunk capacity
565 L
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Trunk capacity
530 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,778 mm
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Width
1,870 mm
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Width
1,859 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,420 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,780 L
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Payload
446 - 471 kg
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Payload
373 - 454 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
Plugin 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
Automatic 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
180 - 360 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 8.3 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
230 - 250 km/h
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Torque
230 - 300 Nm
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Torque
360 - 520 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
107 - 165 kW
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Power kW
133 - 265 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
Peugeot
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