Compare performance (225 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 23,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 Aircross or Toyota Yaris Cross?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Toyota Yaris Cross is noticeably cheaper – starting at 23,700 £ , while the Citroen C5 Aircross costs 29,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,443 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Citroen C5 Aircross uses 2.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Toyota Yaris Cross with 4.5 L/100km. The difference is about 2 L/100km.
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 Citroen C5 Aircross offers substantially more power – delivering 225 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 95 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Citroen C5 Aircross is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 8.3 s, while the Toyota Yaris Cross takes 10.7 s. That’s about 2.4 s quicker.
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 terms of curb weight, Toyota Yaris Cross is visibly lighter – 1,180 kg compared to 1,629 kg. The difference is around 449 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Citroen C5 Aircross offers noticeably more boot space – 565 L compared to 397 L. That’s a difference of about 168 L.
When it comes to payload, the Toyota Yaris Cross carries barely more – 510 kg compared to 471 kg. That’s a difference of about 39 kg.
The Citroen C5 Aircross stands well ahead of its rival 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.
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 Toyota Yaris Cross blends the maneuverability of a small hatch with the higher driving position and practicality of a crossover, wrapped in Toyota's dependable build quality. It suits urban buyers who need easy parking, flexible cargo space and a comfortable, economical daily driver.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
29,100 - 43,000 £
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Price
23,700 - 34,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 5.4 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.8 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
81 - 520 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 121 g/km
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co2
101 - 108 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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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
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,629 - 2,184 kg
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Curb weight
1,180 - 1,290 kg
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Trunk capacity
565 L
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Trunk capacity
320 - 397 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,870 mm
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Width
1,765 mm
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Height
-
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
446 - 471 kg
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Payload
485 - 510 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
Full Hybrid
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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
CVT
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
145 - 225 HP
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Power HP
116 - 130 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.7 - 11.3 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
230 - 300 Nm
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Torque
-
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
107 - 165 kW
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Power kW
85 - 96 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,490 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
Toyota
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