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Citroen C5 Aircross vs Peugeot 508 SW - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (210 HP vs 360 HP), boot space and price (29100 £ vs 45600 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 Aircross or Peugeot 508 SW?

Citroen C5 Aircross

5 (1 Reviews)
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Peugeot 508 SW

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Citroen C5 Aircross has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29100 £, while the Peugeot 508 SW costs 45600 £. That’s a price difference of around 16466 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 508 SW manages with 1.70 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Citroen C5 Aircross with 2.50 L. The difference is about 0.80 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Citroen C5 Aircross performs clearly better – achieving up to 520 km, about 468 km more than the Peugeot 508 SW.

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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 Peugeot 508 SW has a convincingly edge – offering 360 HP compared to 210 HP. That’s roughly 150 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 508 SW is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.20 s, while the Citroen C5 Aircross takes 8.30 s. That’s about 3.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Peugeot 508 SW performs somewhat better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Citroen C5 Aircross tops out at 220 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Peugeot 508 SW pulls convincingly stronger with 520 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 220 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.

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Citroen C5 Aircross is somewhat lighter – 1629 kg compared to 1846 kg. The difference is around 217 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Citroen C5 Aircross offers barely noticeable more room – 565 L compared to 530 L. That’s a difference of about 35 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 508 SW performs minimal better – up to 1780 L, which is about 112 L more than the Citroen C5 Aircross.

When it comes to payload, Citroen C5 Aircross barely noticeable takes the win – 471 kg compared to 454 kg. That’s a difference of about 17 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Citroen C5 Aircross shows itself to be performs better in key areas 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
Peugeot 508 SW

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Citroen C5 Aircross

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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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Peugeot 508 SW
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Costs and Consumption

Price
29100 - 41600 £
Price
45600 - 61800 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 5.4 L
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
17 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
81 - 520 km
Electric Range
46 - 52 km
Battery Capacity
17.8 - 73 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 121 g/km
co2
38 - 45 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1629 - 2184 kg
Curb weight
1846 - 1967 kg
Trunk capacity
565 L
Trunk capacity
530 L
Length
4650 mm
Length
4778 mm
Width
1870 mm
Width
1859 mm
Height
1695 mm
Height
1420 mm
Max trunk capacity
1668 L
Max trunk capacity
1780 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 - 210 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
170 - 220 km/h
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 - 157 kW
Power kW
133 - 265 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Peugeot
What drive types are available for the Citroen C5 Aircross?

The Citroen C5 Aircross is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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