Compare performance (210 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (29100 £ vs 34300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 Aircross or Tesla Model 3?
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 has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29100 £ , while the Tesla Model 3 costs 34300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5143 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Tesla Model 3: with 13.20 kWh per 100 km, it’s noticeable more efficient than the Citroen C5 Aircross with 17 kWh. That’s a difference of about 3.80 kWh.
As for electric range, the Tesla Model 3 performs clearly perceptible better – achieving up to 750 km, about 230 km more than the Citroen C5 Aircross.
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 Tesla Model 3 has a significantly edge – offering 460 HP compared to 210 HP. That’s roughly 250 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model 3 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.10 s, while the Citroen C5 Aircross takes 8.30 s. That’s about 5.20 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Tesla Model 3 performs somewhat better – reaching 262 km/h, while the Citroen C5 Aircross tops out at 220 km/h. The difference is around 42 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Tesla Model 3 pulls convincingly stronger with 660 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 360 Nm difference.
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 curb weight, Citroen C5 Aircross is somewhat lighter – 1629 kg compared to 1822 kg. The difference is around 193 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Tesla Model 3 offers minimal more room – 594 L compared to 565 L. That’s a difference of about 29 L.
When it comes to payload, Citroen C5 Aircross evident takes the win – 471 kg compared to 333 kg. That’s a difference of about 138 kg.
Overall, the Tesla Model 3 shows itself to be wins the duel decisively 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.
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 Tesla Model 3 slices through daily commuting with a silent, confident shove that makes petrolheads reassess their life choices, while its minimalist cabin feels more like a slick gadget gallery than a traditional car interior. For buyers after a fuss-free, tech-forward electric with plenty of grin factor and low running drama, it’s hard to beat—just don't be surprised when the car updates itself overnight.
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Price
29100 - 41600 £
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Price
34300 - 50100 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 5.4 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
17 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.2 - 16.7 kWh
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Electric Range
81 - 520 km
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Electric Range
550 - 750 km
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Battery Capacity
17.8 - 73 kWh
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Battery Capacity
64.5 - 83 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
55 L
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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
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1629 - 2184 kg
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Curb weight
1822 - 1929 kg
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Trunk capacity
565 L
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Trunk capacity
594 L
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Length
4650 mm
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Length
4720 - 4724 mm
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Width
1870 mm
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Width
1850 mm
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Height
1695 mm
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Height
1431 - 1440 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1668 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
446 - 471 kg
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Payload
303 - 333 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 - 210 HP
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Power HP
283 - 460 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.1 - 6.1 s
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Max Speed
170 - 220 km/h
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Max Speed
201 - 262 km/h
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Torque
230 - 300 Nm
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Torque
420 - 660 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
107 - 157 kW
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Power kW
208 - 338 kW
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Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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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
Tesla
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The Citroen C5 Aircross is available as Front-Wheel Drive.