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Citroen C5 Aircross vs Skoda Octavia Combi comparison

Compare performance (225 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 25,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 Aircross or Skoda Octavia Combi?

Citroen C5 Aircross vs Skoda Octavia Combi: Key differences

Citroen C5 Aircross

4 (6 Reviews)
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  • only slightly more power
  • significantly more efficient
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Skoda Octavia Combi

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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  • a bit cheaper
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter
  • slightly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

C5 Aircross

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Skoda Octavia Combi is a bit cheaper – starting at 25,600 £ , while the Citroen C5 Aircross costs 29,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,557 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Citroen C5 Aircross uses 2.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Skoda Octavia Combi with 4.4 L/100km. The difference is about 1.9 L/100km.

Octavia Combi

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 Citroen C5 Aircross offers only slightly more power – delivering 225 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 21 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Octavia Combi is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.7 s, while the Citroen C5 Aircross takes 8.3 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Skoda Octavia Combi delivers moderately more torque with 360 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm more.

C5 Aircross

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 terms of curb weight, Skoda Octavia Combi is somewhat lighter – 1,366 kg compared to 1,629 kg. The difference is around 263 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Octavia Combi offers slightly more boot space – 640 L compared to 565 L. That’s a difference of about 75 L.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Octavia Combi carries moderately more – 534 kg compared to 471 kg. That’s a difference of about 63 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Citroen C5 Aircross is far ahead overall 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.

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C5 Aircross

Citroen C5 Aircross

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 145 - 225 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.5 - 5.4 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 81 - 520 km
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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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Reviews Citroen C5 Aircross

4 (6 Reviews)
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Claude Juillet
3 May 2026, 14:17:36

I drive the 1.2 petrol hybrid from new since January 2026, which was registered in November 2025. Great car to drive. However, for tall person like myself, there is not enough room for your left keg to stretch and cramps happen in long journeys. Acceleration from start is better than my older 1.6 diesel c4 picasso. Overall best car I ever had, although infotainment a bit dodgy with a left hand and not at all practical. I minor inconvenience!

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Jan Hansen
10 Apr 2026, 21:38:06

It's a pleasant car; it's not coarse or brutal. As a 60-year-old, I don't need acceleration or top speed.

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privat
27 Mar 2026, 16:55:05

Cars like the C5 Aircross are probably one reason why Stellantis is almost bankrupt — or already is.
Uncomfortable and completely unsuitable for long-distance driving.
Huge on the outside, small on the inside.
Extremely uncomfortable seats, poor infotainment, very bad driver aids (360° camera, cruise control, lane-keep assist, navigation… are really awful), confusing, poor road manners, loud engine and noisy wind.
I can only hope that I’ll never again be forced to drive this vehicle.

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Alexis vasquez
15 Feb 2026, 21:03:58

I find the Citroën better suited to my daily driving — more comfortable and efficient, with a softer suspension compared with the firmer Toyota Cross.

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Skoda Octavia Combi

The Skoda Octavia Combi is a practical, well‑packaged estate that delivers generous and flexible interior space ideal for families or active owners. Its sensible cabin layout, comfortable ride and solid reputation for reliability make it a pragmatic choice for buyers who value utility over flash.

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Roberto
25 May 2026, 05:05:18

Una gran elección para autopista

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Roberto
25 May 2026, 04:58:36

Tiene mucho más espacio por menos dinero

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Andrzej
12 May 2026, 15:17:48

Great car with a dynamic 1.5 engine and a 7-speed automatic; a downside is the electronics, which often shut off—terrible when reversing!!! It could also have a bigger tank because it averages 7 liters and at most 700 km.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,100 - 43,000 £
Price
25,600 - 39,600 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
81 - 520 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 121 g/km
co2
113 - 157 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,629 - 2,184 kg
Curb weight
1,366 - 1,553 kg
Trunk capacity
565 L
Trunk capacity
640 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,870 mm
Width
1,829 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
446 - 471 kg
Payload
502 - 534 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Power HP
116 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.7 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, C
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Skoda
Is the Citroen C5 Aircross offered with different drivetrains?

The Citroen C5 Aircross is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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