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Citroen C5 Aircross vs Skoda Karoq – Which model is better for everyday use?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 Aircross or Skoda Karoq?

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Skoda Karoq has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29100 £, while the Citroen C5 Aircross costs 29100 £. That’s a price difference of around 52 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Citroen C5 Aircross manages with 2.50 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Skoda Karoq with 4.90 L. The difference is about 2.40 L per 100 km.

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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 190 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Karoq is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 7 s, while the Citroen C5 Aircross takes 8.30 s. That’s about 1.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Skoda Karoq performs minimal better – reaching 221 km/h, while the Citroen C5 Aircross tops out at 220 km/h. The difference is around 1 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Skoda Karoq pulls to a small extent stronger with 360 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 60 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, Skoda Karoq is a bit lighter – 1380 kg compared to 1629 kg. The difference is around 249 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Citroen C5 Aircross offers slight more room – 565 L compared to 521 L. That’s a difference of about 44 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Citroen C5 Aircross performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1668 L, which is about 38 L more than the Skoda Karoq.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Karoq a bit takes the win – 549 kg compared to 471 kg. That’s a difference of about 78 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Citroen C5 Aircross shows itself to be has the upper hand 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
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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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Skoda Karoq

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The Skoda Karoq is a smart, unfussy compact SUV that blends roomy practicality with a pleasantly composed driving character. It won’t turn heads at a car meet, but it will make daily life easier with clever storage, sensible ergonomics and a reassuringly grown-up ride.

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Citroen C5 Aircross
Skoda Karoq
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Costs and Consumption

Price
29100 - 41600 £
Price
29100 - 41700 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 5.4 L
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 7.6 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
128 - 173 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 55 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
1380 - 1655 kg
Trunk capacity
565 L
Trunk capacity
521 L
Length
4650 mm
Length
4384 - 4390 mm
Width
1870 mm
Width
1841 mm
Height
1695 mm
Height
1624 - 1629 mm
Max trunk capacity
1668 L
Max trunk capacity
1630 L
Payload
446 - 471 kg
Payload
456 - 549 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 210 HP
Power HP
115 - 190 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 11.2 s
Max Speed
170 - 220 km/h
Max Speed
192 - 221 km/h
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Torque
200 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
107 - 157 kW
Power kW
85 - 140 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
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.