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Citroen C5 Aircross vs Renault Austral comparison

Compare performance (225 HP vs 200 HP), boot space and price (29100 £ vs 29900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 Aircross or Renault Austral?

Citroen C5 Aircross vs Renault Austral: Key differences

Citroen C5 Aircross

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • barely noticeable cheaper
  • somewhat more power
  • convincingly more efficient
  • minimal quicker from 0–100 km/h
  • barely noticeable more trunk space

Renault Austral

4.9 (4 Reviews)
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  • hardly perceptible lighter

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

C5 Aircross

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Citroen C5 Aircross has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29100 £ , while the Renault Austral costs 29900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 780 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Citroen C5 Aircross manages with 2.50 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Renault Austral with 4.80 L. The difference is about 2.30 L per 100 km.

Austral

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 has a somewhat edge – offering 225 HP compared to 200 HP. That’s roughly 25 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Citroen C5 Aircross is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 8.30 s, while the Renault Austral takes 8.40 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Citroen C5 Aircross pulls slight stronger with 300 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, Renault Austral is hardly perceptible lighter – 1548 kg compared to 1629 kg. The difference is around 81 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Citroen C5 Aircross offers barely noticeable more room – 565 L compared to 527 L. That’s a difference of about 38 L.

When it comes to payload, Renault Austral slight takes the win – 477 kg compared to 471 kg. That’s a difference of about 6 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Citroen C5 Aircross sits well ahead of its rival 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.

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Citroen C5 Aircross
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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
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17 kWh
  • Electric Range : 81 - 520 km
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Citroen C5 Aircross

5 (2 Reviews)
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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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Renault Austral

4.9 (4 Reviews)
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The Renault Austral dresses the family SUV in elegant modern looks and a surprisingly grown-up cabin that feels thoughtful and livable. It balances comfort and clever technology with a relaxed road presence—an appealing choice for buyers who want style and everyday sense without fuss.

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Reviews Citroen C5 Aircross

5 (2 Reviews)
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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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Reviews Renault Austral

4.9 (4 Reviews)
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Citroen C5 Aircross
Renault Austral

Costs and Consumption
Price
29100 - 43000 £
Price
29900 - 37800 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 5.4 L
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 6.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
17 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
81 - 520 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 121 g/km
co2
109 - 145 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1629 - 2184 kg
Curb weight
1548 - 1613 kg
Trunk capacity
565 L
Trunk capacity
527 L
Length
-
Length
4533 mm
Width
1870 mm
Width
1825 mm
Height
-
Height
1645 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1736 L
Payload
446 - 471 kg
Payload
455 - 477 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Power HP
148 - 200 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Torque
270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Power kW
109 - 147 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1332 cm3

General
Model Year
2025 - 2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, E
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Renault

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What drive types are available for the Citroen C5 Aircross?

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

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.