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Citroen C5 Aircross vs Toyota bZ4X comparison

Compare performance (225 HP vs 380 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 36,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 Aircross or Toyota bZ4X?

Citroen C5 Aircross vs Toyota bZ4X: Key differences

Citroen C5 Aircross

3.9 (4 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • a bit lighter
  • moderately more trunk space
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Toyota bZ4X

4.6 (6 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • visibly more efficient
  • moderately more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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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:

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

Citroen C5 Aircross is visibly cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Toyota bZ4X costs 36,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,714 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Toyota bZ4X is visibly more efficient: consuming 13.5 kWh/100km compared to 17 kWh/100km for the Citroen C5 Aircross. That’s a difference of about 3.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Toyota bZ4X offers moderately more range – reaching up to 591 km, about 71 km more than the Citroen C5 Aircross.

bZ4X

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 Toyota bZ4X offers clearly more power – delivering 380 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 155 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota bZ4X is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the Citroen C5 Aircross takes 8.3 s. That’s about 3.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Toyota bZ4X delivers somewhat more torque with 338 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 38 Nm more.

C5 Aircross

Space and Everyday Use:

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 a bit lighter – 1,629 kg compared to 1,900 kg. The difference is around 271 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C5 Aircross offers moderately more boot space – 565 L compared to 452 L. That’s a difference of about 113 L.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota bZ4X carries a bit more – 565 kg compared to 471 kg. That’s a difference of about 94 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota bZ4X holds a decisive overall lead 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.

from £36,800
bZ4X

Toyota bZ4X

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 167 - 380 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.5 - 16.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 444 - 591 km
Citroen C5 Aircross
Toyota bZ4X

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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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Toyota bZ4X

The Toyota bZ4X is a fresh, roomy electric crossover that pairs Toyota’s trademark reliability with bold, angular styling and a cabin designed for everyday comfort. It may not chase headlines like some flashier rivals, but for buyers who want sensible electric motoring with practical packaging and a relaxed, confident ride, it’s an easy, pleasant choice.

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Citroen C5 Aircross
Toyota bZ4X

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,100 - 43,000 £
Price
36,800 - 51,000 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.5 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
81 - 520 km
Electric Range
444 - 591 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 121 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,629 - 2,184 kg
Curb weight
1,900 - 2,180 kg
Trunk capacity
565 L
Trunk capacity
452 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,870 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
446 - 471 kg
Payload
375 - 565 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Power HP
167 - 380 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Torque
268 - 338 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Power kW
123 - 280 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Toyota
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