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Citroen C5 Aircross vs Skoda Kodiaq - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (210 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (29100 £ vs 36800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 Aircross or Skoda Kodiaq?

Citroen C5 Aircross

5 (1 Reviews)
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Skoda Kodiaq

5 (2 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

C5 Aircross

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Citroen C5 Aircross has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29100 £ , while the Skoda Kodiaq costs 36800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7714 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Kodiaq manages with 1.50 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Citroen C5 Aircross with 2.50 L. The difference is about 1 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Citroen C5 Aircross performs convincingly better – achieving up to 520 km, about 398 km more than the Skoda Kodiaq.

Kodiaq

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Skoda Kodiaq has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 265 HP compared to 210 HP. That’s roughly 55 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Kodiaq is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 6.30 s, while the Citroen C5 Aircross takes 8.30 s. That’s about 2 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Skoda Kodiaq performs barely noticeable better – reaching 231 km/h, while the Citroen C5 Aircross tops out at 220 km/h. The difference is around 11 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Skoda Kodiaq pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 400 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm difference.

C5 Aircross

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Citroen C5 Aircross is minimal lighter – 1629 kg compared to 1684 kg. The difference is around 55 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Kodiaq offers evident more room – 910 L compared to 565 L. That’s a difference of about 345 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Kodiaq performs evident better – up to 2105 L, which is about 437 L more than the Citroen C5 Aircross.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Kodiaq somewhat takes the win – 563 kg compared to 471 kg. That’s a difference of about 92 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Skoda Kodiaq shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance 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 £36,800
Kodiaq

Skoda Kodiaq

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 265 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.5 - 8.2 L
  • Electric Range : 119 - 122 km
Citroen C5 Aircross
Skoda Kodiaq

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Citroen C5 Aircross

5 (1 Reviews)
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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 Kodiaq

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The Skoda Kodiaq blends sensible practicality with surprising style, so families and weekend adventurers get roomy comfort without looking like a moving van. It feels calm and composed on the road, packs clever storage and user-friendly tech, and manages to deliver a near-premium vibe without the pretension.

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Citroen C5 Aircross
Skoda Kodiaq

Costs and Consumption

Price
29100 - 41600 £
Price
36800 - 49600 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 5.4 L
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
17 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
81 - 520 km
Electric Range
119 - 122 km
Battery Capacity
17.8 - 73 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 121 g/km
co2
35 - 186 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 - 58 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
1684 - 1970 kg
Trunk capacity
565 L
Trunk capacity
745 - 910 L
Length
4650 mm
Length
4758 - 4761 mm
Width
1870 mm
Width
1864 mm
Height
1695 mm
Height
1663 - 1683 mm
Max trunk capacity
1668 L
Max trunk capacity
2105 L
Payload
446 - 471 kg
Payload
460 - 563 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 210 HP
Power HP
150 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
170 - 220 km/h
Max Speed
205 - 231 km/h
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 157 kW
Power kW
110 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, E, B
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 shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.