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Citroen C5 Aircross vs Volvo EX40 - Differences and prices compared
C5 Aircross
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Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Citroen C5 Aircross has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29100 £, while the Volvo EX40 costs 42800 £. That’s a price difference of around 13714 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Volvo EX40: with 16.60 kWh per 100 km, it’s minimal more efficient than the Citroen C5 Aircross with 17 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.40 kWh.
As for range, the Volvo EX40 performs minimal better – achieving up to 576 km, about 56 km more than the Citroen C5 Aircross.
EX40
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Engine and Performance:
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 Volvo EX40 has a significantly edge – offering 442 HP compared to 210 HP. That’s roughly 232 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX40 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Citroen C5 Aircross takes 8.30 s. That’s about 3.70 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Citroen C5 Aircross performs somewhat better – reaching 220 km/h, while the Volvo EX40 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo EX40 pulls significantly stronger with 670 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 370 Nm difference.
C5 Aircross
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Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .
In curb weight, Citroen C5 Aircross is evident lighter – 1629 kg compared to 2040 kg. The difference is around 411 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Citroen C5 Aircross offers clearly perceptible more room – 565 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 155 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Citroen C5 Aircross performs to a small extent better – up to 1668 L, which is about 268 L more than the Volvo EX40.
When it comes to payload, Volvo EX40 slight takes the win – 480 kg compared to 471 kg. That’s a difference of about 9 kg.
Who wins the race?
The Volvo EX40 proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Volvo EX40 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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Volvo EX40
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Citroen C5 Aircross
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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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Volvo EX40
The Volvo EX40 wraps Scandinavian calm and clever practicality into a compact electric package that feels both premium and refreshingly uncomplicated. It's the grown-up answer to flashier rivals — a safe, comfy, and city-friendly EV with thoughtful tech that makes everyday driving quietly satisfying.
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Citroen C5 Aircross
Volvo EX40
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
29100 - 41600 £
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Price
42800 - 58200 £
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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
16.6 - 17.6 kWh
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Electric Range
81 - 520 km
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Electric Range
480 - 576 km
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Battery Capacity
17.8 - 73 kWh
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Battery Capacity
67 - 79 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
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1629 - 2184 kg
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Curb weight
2040 - 2170 kg
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Trunk capacity
565 L
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Trunk capacity
410 L
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Length
4650 mm
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Length
4440 mm
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Width
1870 mm
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Width
1863 mm
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Height
1695 mm
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Height
1647 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1668 L
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Max trunk capacity
1286 - 1400 L
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Payload
446 - 471 kg
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Payload
430 - 480 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
238 - 442 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
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Max Speed
170 - 220 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
230 - 300 Nm
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Torque
420 - 670 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
175 - 325 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
2024
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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
Volvo
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What drive types are available for the Citroen C5 Aircross?
The Citroen C5 Aircross is available as Front-Wheel Drive.
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