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Citroen C5 Aircross vs Volvo V60 – Differences & prices compared

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Citroen C5 Aircross or Volvo V60 fits your lifestyle better.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Citroen C5 Aircross has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29100 £, while the Volvo V60 costs 41600 £. That’s a price difference of around 12514 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Volvo V60 manages with 2.40 L and is therefore slight more efficient than the Citroen C5 Aircross with 2.50 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Citroen C5 Aircross performs decisively better – achieving up to 520 km, about 428 km more than the Volvo V60.

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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 V60 has a decisively edge – offering 455 HP compared to 210 HP. That’s roughly 245 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo V60 is decisively 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 a bit better – reaching 220 km/h, while the Volvo V60 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo V60 pulls convincingly stronger with 709 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 409 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Citroen C5 Aircross is slight lighter – 1629 kg compared to 1734 kg. The difference is around 105 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Citroen C5 Aircross offers slight more room – 565 L compared to 519 L. That’s a difference of about 46 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Citroen C5 Aircross performs somewhat better – up to 1668 L, which is about 237 L more than the Volvo V60.

When it comes to payload, Volvo V60 barely noticeable takes the win – 506 kg compared to 471 kg. That’s a difference of about 35 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Volvo V60 shows itself to be edges ahead and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £41,600
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Volvo V60

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 197 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.4 - 6.2 L
  • Electric Range : 92 km

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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Volvo V60

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The Volvo V60 blends elegant Scandinavian design with a practical estate layout, making it a composed and sensible choice for buyers who want style without sacrifice. Inside, a serene cabin, clever safety features and a supple ride turn daily commutes and weekend getaways into effortless, grown-up motoring.

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Volvo V60
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Costs and Consumption

Price
29100 - 41600 £
Price
41600 - 64200 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 5.4 L
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 6.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
17 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
81 - 520 km
Electric Range
92 km
Battery Capacity
17.8 - 73 kWh
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
co2
0 - 121 g/km
co2
54 - 140 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1629 - 2184 kg
Curb weight
1734 - 2064 kg
Trunk capacity
565 L
Trunk capacity
519 L
Length
4650 mm
Length
4778 mm
Width
1870 mm
Width
1850 mm
Height
1695 mm
Height
1432 mm
Max trunk capacity
1668 L
Max trunk capacity
1431 L
Payload
446 - 471 kg
Payload
466 - 506 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 210 HP
Power HP
197 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.6 s
Max Speed
170 - 220 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Torque
300 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 157 kW
Power kW
145 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Volvo
What drive types are available for the Citroen C5 Aircross?

The Citroen C5 Aircross is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.