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Citroen C5 Aircross vs Renault Captur – Which model is better for everyday use?

Two cars, one duel: Citroen C5 Aircross meets Renault Captur.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

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.

Renault Captur has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 21100 £, while the Citroen C5 Aircross costs 29100 £. That’s a price difference of around 8006 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Citroen C5 Aircross manages with 2.50 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Renault Captur with 4.50 L. The difference is about 2 L per 100 km.

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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 clearly perceptible edge – offering 210 HP compared to 143 HP. That’s roughly 67 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 Captur takes 8.90 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Citroen C5 Aircross performs to a small extent better – reaching 220 km/h, while the Renault Captur tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Citroen C5 Aircross pulls to a small extent stronger with 300 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 35 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Renault Captur is noticeable lighter – 1323 kg compared to 1629 kg. The difference is around 306 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Citroen C5 Aircross offers distinct more room – 565 L compared to 422 L. That’s a difference of about 143 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Citroen C5 Aircross performs somewhat better – up to 1668 L, which is about 305 L more than the Renault Captur.

When it comes to payload, Citroen C5 Aircross hardly perceptible takes the win – 471 kg compared to 453 kg. That’s a difference of about 18 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Citroen C5 Aircross proves to be dominates this comparison 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

  • 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

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 Captur

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The Renault Captur is a cheeky little crossover that pairs city-friendly agility with a roomy, well-thought-out cabin and enough style to turn heads at the lights. It’s a sensible choice for buyers who want practical versatility and a dash of personality on their daily drives, without taking itself too seriously.

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Citroen C5 Aircross
Renault Captur
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Captur @ Renault Group Media

Costs and Consumption

Price
29100 - 41600 £
Price
21100 - 28300 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 5.4 L
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
17 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
81 - 520 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
17.8 - 73 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 121 g/km
co2
102 - 137 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
48 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1629 - 2184 kg
Curb weight
1323 - 1514 kg
Trunk capacity
565 L
Trunk capacity
326 - 422 L
Length
4650 mm
Length
4239 mm
Width
1870 mm
Width
1797 mm
Height
1695 mm
Height
1575 mm
Max trunk capacity
1668 L
Max trunk capacity
1276 - 1363 L
Payload
446 - 471 kg
Payload
376 - 453 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 210 HP
Power HP
115 - 143 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 12.3 s
Max Speed
170 - 220 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Torque
160 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
107 - 157 kW
Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1789 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, E
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Renault
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.