@ Citroën / Stellantis Media
@ Škoda Auto a.s. / Škoda Storyboard
VS

Citroen C5 Aircross vs Skoda Elroq - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (210 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (29100 £ vs 29100 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 Aircross or Skoda Elroq?

Citroen C5 Aircross

5 (1 Reviews)
rate

Skoda Elroq

5 (2 Reviews)
rate

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

C5 Aircross @ Citroën / Stellantis Media

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Skoda Elroq has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29100 £, while the Citroen C5 Aircross costs 29100 £. That’s a price difference of around 77 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Skoda Elroq: with 15.20 kWh per 100 km, it’s slightly more efficient than the Citroen C5 Aircross with 17 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.80 kWh.

As for range, the Skoda Elroq performs hardly perceptible better – achieving up to 573 km, about 53 km more than the Citroen C5 Aircross.

Elroq @ Škoda Auto a.s. / Škoda Storyboard

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 Skoda Elroq has a distinct edge – offering 340 HP compared to 210 HP. That’s roughly 130 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Elroq is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 5.40 s, while the Citroen C5 Aircross takes 8.30 s. That’s about 2.90 s faster.

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

There’s also a difference in torque: Skoda Elroq pulls significantly stronger with 679 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 379 Nm difference.

C5 Aircross @ Citroën / Stellantis Media

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.

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Citroen C5 Aircross is somewhat lighter – 1629 kg compared to 1953 kg. The difference is around 324 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Citroen C5 Aircross offers to a small extent more room – 565 L compared to 470 L. That’s a difference of about 95 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Citroen C5 Aircross performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1668 L, which is about 88 L more than the Skoda Elroq.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Elroq slightly takes the win – 531 kg compared to 471 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Skoda Elroq shows itself to be is largely superior 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
Elroq @ Škoda Auto a.s. / Škoda Storyboard

Skoda Elroq

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.2 - 16.5 kWh
  • Electric Range : 377 - 573 km
Citroen C5 Aircross
Skoda Elroq

Costs and Consumption

View detailed analysis

Engine and Performance

View detailed analysis

Dimensions and Body

View detailed analysis

Citroen C5 Aircross

5 (1 Reviews)
rate

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.

details

Skoda Elroq

5 (2 Reviews)
rate

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.

details
Citroen C5 Aircross
Skoda Elroq
C5 Aircross @ Citroën / Stellantis Media
Elroq @ Škoda Auto a.s. / Škoda Storyboard

Costs and Consumption

Price
29100 - 41600 £
Price
29100 - 45500 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 5.4 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
15.2 - 16.5 kWh
Electric Range
81 - 520 km
Electric Range
377 - 573 km
Battery Capacity
17.8 - 73 kWh
Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
co2
0 - 121 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1629 - 2184 kg
Curb weight
1953 - 2268 kg
Trunk capacity
565 L
Trunk capacity
470 L
Length
4650 mm
Length
4488 mm
Width
1870 mm
Width
1884 mm
Height
1695 mm
Height
1608 - 1625 mm
Max trunk capacity
1668 L
Max trunk capacity
1580 L
Payload
446 - 471 kg
Payload
470 - 531 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 - 210 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 9 s
Max Speed
170 - 220 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
107 - 157 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Skoda
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.