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Citroen C5 Aircross vs Volvo EX40 comparison

Compare performance (225 HP vs 442 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 45,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 Aircross or Volvo EX40?

Citroen C5 Aircross vs Volvo EX40: Key differences

Citroen C5 Aircross

3.9 (4 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly lighter
  • markedly more trunk space
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Volvo EX40

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • marginally more efficient
  • marginally 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:

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 is considerably cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Volvo EX40 costs 45,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,114 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Volvo EX40 is marginally more efficient: consuming 16.6 kWh/100km compared to 17 kWh/100km for the Citroen C5 Aircross. That’s a difference of about 0.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Volvo EX40 offers marginally more range – reaching up to 576 km, about 56 km more than the Citroen C5 Aircross.

EX40

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 Volvo EX40 offers clearly more power – delivering 442 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 217 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX40 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Citroen C5 Aircross takes 8.3 s. That’s about 3.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EX40 delivers significantly more torque with 670 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 370 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 clearly lighter – 1,629 kg compared to 2,040 kg. The difference is around 411 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C5 Aircross offers markedly more boot space – 565 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 155 L.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo EX40 carries marginally more – 480 kg compared to 471 kg. That’s a difference of about 9 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EX40 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.

from £45,200
EX40

Volvo EX40

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 238 - 442 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.6 - 17.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 477 - 576 km
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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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Reviews Citroen C5 Aircross

3.9 (4 Reviews)
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Jan Hansen
10 Apr 2026, 21:38:06

It's a pleasant car; it's not coarse or brutal. As a 60-year-old, I don't need acceleration or top speed.

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privat
27 Mar 2026, 16:55:05

Cars like the C5 Aircross are probably one reason why Stellantis is almost bankrupt — or already is.
Uncomfortable and completely unsuitable for long-distance driving.
Huge on the outside, small on the inside.
Extremely uncomfortable seats, poor infotainment, very bad driver aids (360° camera, cruise control, lane-keep assist, navigation… are really awful), confusing, poor road manners, loud engine and noisy wind.
I can only hope that I’ll never again be forced to drive this vehicle.

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Alexis vasquez
15 Feb 2026, 21:03:58

I find the Citroën better suited to my daily driving — more comfortable and efficient, with a softer suspension compared with the firmer Toyota Cross.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,100 - 43,000 £
Price
45,200 - 58,200 £
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
16.6 - 17.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
81 - 520 km
Electric Range
477 - 576 km
Battery Capacity
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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
2,040 - 2,170 kg
Trunk capacity
565 L
Trunk capacity
410 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,870 mm
Width
1,863 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
446 - 471 kg
Payload
430 - 480 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Power HP
238 - 442 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Torque
420 - 670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Power kW
175 - 325 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Volvo
Is the Citroen C5 Aircross offered with different drivetrains?

The Citroen C5 Aircross is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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