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Citroen C5 Aircross vs VW ID.5 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (210 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (29100 £ vs 36800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 Aircross or VW ID.5?

Citroen C5 Aircross

5 (1 Reviews)
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VW ID.5

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

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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 distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29100 £, while the VW ID.5 costs 36800 £. That’s a price difference of around 7697 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the VW ID.5: with 15.70 kWh per 100 km, it’s hardly perceptible more efficient than the Citroen C5 Aircross with 17 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.30 kWh.

As for range, the VW ID.5 performs slight better – achieving up to 559 km, about 39 km more than the Citroen C5 Aircross.

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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 VW ID.5 has a noticeable edge – offering 340 HP compared to 210 HP. That’s roughly 130 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.5 is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 5.40 s, while the Citroen C5 Aircross takes 8.30 s. That’s about 2.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Citroen C5 Aircross performs a bit better – reaching 220 km/h, while the VW ID.5 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW ID.5 pulls decisively stronger with 679 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 379 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.

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Citroen C5 Aircross is distinct lighter – 1629 kg compared to 1963 kg. The difference is around 334 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Citroen C5 Aircross offers slight more room – 565 L compared to 549 L. That’s a difference of about 16 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Citroen C5 Aircross performs barely noticeable better – up to 1668 L, which is about 107 L more than the VW ID.5.

When it comes to payload, VW ID.5 a bit takes the win – 549 kg compared to 471 kg. That’s a difference of about 78 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW ID.5 shows itself to be is largely superior 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 £36,800
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VW ID.5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.7 - 16.6 kWh
  • Electric Range : 363 - 559 km
Citroen C5 Aircross
VW ID.5

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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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VW ID.5

VW ID.5 dresses electric power in a sleek, coupe-like profile that turns sensible motoring into something a touch more stylish and smug. Inside it’s spacious and user-friendly, with calm, confidence-inspiring driving that suits buyers who want EV simplicity without the sci‑fi theatrics.

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Costs and Consumption

Price
29100 - 41600 £
Price
36800 - 48400 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 5.4 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 - 16.6 kWh
Electric Range
81 - 520 km
Electric Range
363 - 559 km
Battery Capacity
17.8 - 73 kWh
Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
co2
0 - 121 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1629 - 2184 kg
Curb weight
1963 - 2233 kg
Trunk capacity
565 L
Trunk capacity
549 L
Length
4650 mm
Length
4582 - 4599 mm
Width
1870 mm
Width
1852 mm
Height
1695 mm
Height
1601 - 1618 mm
Max trunk capacity
1668 L
Max trunk capacity
1561 L
Payload
446 - 471 kg
Payload
517 - 549 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 - 210 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
170 - 220 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
107 - 157 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

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