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Citroen C5 Aircross vs Renault Austral – Which car suits you better?
Both models have their strengths – but which one suits you more?
Compare performance, efficiency, price and space directly: Citroen C5 Aircross or Renault Austral?
C5 Aircross
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Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Citroen C5 Aircross has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29100 £, while the Renault Austral costs 29700 £. That’s a price difference of around 608 £.
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
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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 Citroen C5 Aircross has a minimal edge – offering 210 HP compared to 200 HP. That’s roughly 10 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.
In terms of top speed, the Citroen C5 Aircross performs a bit better – reaching 220 km/h, while the Renault Austral tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.
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
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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, Renault Austral is hardly perceptible lighter – 1539 kg compared to 1629 kg. The difference is around 90 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Citroen C5 Aircross offers barely noticeable more room – 565 L compared to 555 L. That’s a difference of about 10 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Renault Austral performs minimal better – up to 1761 L, which is about 93 L more than the Citroen C5 Aircross.
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?
The Citroen C5 Aircross proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Citroen C5 Aircross is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
from about £29,100
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Citroen C5 Aircross
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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Renault Austral
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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Citroen C5 Aircross
Renault Austral
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
29100 - 41600 £
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Price
29700 - 37800 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 5.4 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 6.5 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
17 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
81 - 520 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
17.8 - 73 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 121 g/km
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co2
109 - 148 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
55 L
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Fuel tank capacity
55 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1629 - 2184 kg
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Curb weight
1539 - 1613 kg
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Trunk capacity
565 L
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Trunk capacity
527 - 555 L
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Length
4650 mm
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Length
4533 mm
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Width
1870 mm
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Width
1825 mm
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Height
1695 mm
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Height
1645 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1668 L
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Max trunk capacity
1736 - 1761 L
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Payload
446 - 471 kg
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Payload
464 - 477 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
Petrol MHEV, Full 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
CVT, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
145 - 210 HP
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Power HP
158 - 200 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 9.7 s
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Max Speed
170 - 220 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
230 - 300 Nm
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Torque
270 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
107 - 157 kW
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Power kW
116 - 147 kW
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Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1199 - 1332 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
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Brand
Citroen
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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 and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.