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Citroen C5 Aircross vs Toyota RAV4 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (210 HP vs 306 HP), boot space and price (29100 £ vs 35100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 Aircross or Toyota RAV4?

Citroen C5 Aircross

5 (1 Reviews)
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Toyota RAV4

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

C5 Aircross

Costs and Efficiency:

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 clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29100 £ , while the Toyota RAV4 costs 35100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6000 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota RAV4 manages with 1 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Citroen C5 Aircross with 2.50 L. The difference is about 1.50 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Citroen C5 Aircross performs convincingly better – achieving up to 520 km, about 445 km more than the Toyota RAV4.

RAV4

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 Toyota RAV4 has a noticeable edge – offering 306 HP compared to 210 HP. That’s roughly 96 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota RAV4 is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 6 s, while the Citroen C5 Aircross takes 8.30 s. That’s about 2.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Citroen C5 Aircross performs a bit better – reaching 220 km/h, while the Toyota RAV4 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

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 curb weight, Citroen C5 Aircross is minimal lighter – 1629 kg compared to 1745 kg. The difference is around 116 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Toyota RAV4 offers hardly perceptible more room – 580 L compared to 565 L. That’s a difference of about 15 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Toyota RAV4 performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1690 L, which is about 22 L more than the Citroen C5 Aircross.

When it comes to payload, Toyota RAV4 noticeable takes the win – 600 kg compared to 471 kg. That’s a difference of about 129 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota RAV4 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.

Citroen C5 Aircross
Toyota RAV4

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RAV4

Toyota RAV4

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 218 - 306 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1 - 5.6 L
  • Electric Range : 75 km

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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Toyota RAV4

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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The Toyota RAV4 feels like a sensible friend on the road, marrying dependable practicality with a dash of SUV personality that keeps daily driving from turning dull. Comfortable and easy to live with, it looks tough without shouting and quietly gets the job done — a sensible pick for buyers who want versatility without drama.

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Citroen C5 Aircross
Toyota RAV4

Costs and Consumption

Price
29100 - 41600 £
Price
35100 - 55700 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 5.4 L
Consumption L/100km
1 - 5.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
17 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
81 - 520 km
Electric Range
75 km
Battery Capacity
17.8 - 73 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 121 g/km
co2
22 - 128 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
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
1745 - 1910 kg
Trunk capacity
565 L
Trunk capacity
520 - 580 L
Length
4650 mm
Length
4600 mm
Width
1870 mm
Width
1855 mm
Height
1695 mm
Height
1685 mm
Max trunk capacity
1668 L
Max trunk capacity
1604 - 1690 L
Payload
446 - 471 kg
Payload
390 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 210 HP
Power HP
218 - 306 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6 - 8.4 s
Max Speed
170 - 220 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 157 kW
Power kW
160 - 225 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
2487 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Toyota
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.