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Citroen C5 Aircross vs Skoda Elroq comparison

Compare performance (225 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 37,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 Aircross or Skoda Elroq?

Citroen C5 Aircross vs Skoda Elroq: Key differences

Citroen C5 Aircross

3.9 (4 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
  • somewhat more trunk space

Skoda Elroq

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • moderately more efficient
  • only slightly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h

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

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

C5 Aircross

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Citroen C5 Aircross is visibly cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Skoda Elroq costs 37,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,734 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Skoda Elroq is moderately more efficient: consuming 15.2 kWh/100km compared to 17 kWh/100km for the Citroen C5 Aircross. That’s a difference of about 1.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Skoda Elroq offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 573 km, about 53 km more than the Citroen C5 Aircross.

Elroq

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 Skoda Elroq offers noticeably more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 115 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Elroq is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the Citroen C5 Aircross takes 8.3 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Skoda Elroq delivers substantially more torque with 679 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 379 Nm more.

C5 Aircross

Space and Everyday Use:

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 clearly lighter – 1,629 kg compared to 2,133 kg. The difference is around 504 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C5 Aircross offers somewhat more boot space – 565 L compared to 470 L. That’s a difference of about 95 L.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Elroq carries barely more – 517 kg compared to 471 kg. That’s a difference of about 46 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Elroq stands 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.

from £37,900
Elroq

Skoda Elroq

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 286 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.2 - 16.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 529 - 573 km
Citroen C5 Aircross
Skoda Elroq

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Skoda Elroq

The Skoda Elroq is a cleverly packaged family SUV that mixes roomy practicality with sharp, modern looks, making it an easy pick for buyers who prefer common sense over flash. On the road it's composed and user-friendly, with thoughtful interior details that turn everyday driving into something pleasantly efficient — a sensible companion with a wink.

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Citroen C5 Aircross
Skoda Elroq

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,100 - 43,000 £
Price
37,900 - 45,500 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.2 - 16.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
81 - 520 km
Electric Range
529 - 573 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
77 - 79 kWh
co2
0 - 121 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,629 - 2,184 kg
Curb weight
2,133 - 2,268 kg
Trunk capacity
565 L
Trunk capacity
470 L
Length
-
Length
4,488 mm
Width
1,870 mm
Width
1,884 mm
Height
-
Height
1,608 - 1,625 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,580 L
Payload
446 - 471 kg
Payload
470 - 517 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Power HP
286 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 6.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Torque
545 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Power kW
210 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Skoda
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