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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
detailsThe 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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Price
29,100 - 43,000 £
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Price
37,900 - 45,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 5.4 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
17 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.2 - 16.5 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
81 - 520 km
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Electric Range
529 - 573 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
77 - 79 kWh
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co2
0 - 121 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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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
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,629 - 2,184 kg
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Curb weight
2,133 - 2,268 kg
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Trunk capacity
565 L
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Trunk capacity
470 L
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Length
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Length
4,488 mm
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Width
1,870 mm
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Width
1,884 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,608 - 1,625 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,580 L
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Payload
446 - 471 kg
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Payload
470 - 517 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
Electric
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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
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
145 - 225 HP
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Power HP
286 - 340 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 6.6 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
230 - 300 Nm
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Torque
545 - 679 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
107 - 165 kW
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Power kW
210 - 250 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
Skoda
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