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Citroen C5 Aircross vs VW Tayron - Differences and prices compared
C5 Aircross
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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 evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29100 £, while the VW Tayron costs 39600 £. That’s a price difference of around 10478 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Tayron manages with 1.50 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Citroen C5 Aircross with 2.50 L. The difference is about 1 L per 100 km.
As for range, the Citroen C5 Aircross performs clearly better – achieving up to 520 km, about 397 km more than the VW Tayron.
Tayron
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Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the VW Tayron has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 272 HP compared to 210 HP. That’s roughly 62 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Tayron is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 6.10 s, while the Citroen C5 Aircross takes 8.30 s. That’s about 2.20 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the VW Tayron performs slight better – reaching 240 km/h, while the Citroen C5 Aircross tops out at 220 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: VW Tayron pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 400 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm difference.
C5 Aircross
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Space and Everyday Use:
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .
In curb weight, Citroen C5 Aircross is barely noticeable lighter – 1629 kg compared to 1682 kg. The difference is around 53 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW Tayron offers noticeable more room – 885 L compared to 565 L. That’s a difference of about 320 L.
In maximum load capacity, the VW Tayron performs evident better – up to 2090 L, which is about 422 L more than the Citroen C5 Aircross.
When it comes to payload, VW Tayron to a small extent takes the win – 566 kg compared to 471 kg. That’s a difference of about 95 kg.
Who wins the race?
The Citroen C5 Aircross proves to be edges out slightly and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Citroen C5 Aircross is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
from about £29,100
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Citroen C5 Aircross
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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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VW Tayron
The VW Tayron is Volkswagen's roomy, no-nonsense SUV that pairs clean, familiar styling with a practical cabin built for families and everyday use. It rides comfortably, packs sensible tech and creature comforts, and feels like the sensible sweater of SUVs for buyers who prefer steady value over headline-grabbing drama.
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Citroen C5 Aircross
VW Tayron
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
29100 - 41600 £
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Price
39600 - 53300 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 5.4 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.5 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
17 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
81 - 520 km
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Electric Range
116 - 123 km
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Battery Capacity
17.8 - 73 kWh
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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co2
0 - 121 g/km
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co2
33 - 192 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
55 L
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 L
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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
1682 - 1948 kg
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Trunk capacity
565 L
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Trunk capacity
705 - 885 L
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Length
4650 mm
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Length
4792 mm
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Width
1870 mm
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Width
1853 - 1866 mm
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Height
1695 mm
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Height
1666 - 1668 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1668 L
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Max trunk capacity
1915 - 2090 L
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Payload
446 - 471 kg
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Payload
489 - 566 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
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol, Plugin 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
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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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 - 210 HP
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Power HP
150 - 272 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 9.7 s
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Max Speed
170 - 220 km/h
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Max Speed
204 - 240 km/h
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Torque
230 - 300 Nm
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Torque
250 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
107 - 157 kW
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Power kW
110 - 200 kW
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Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G, B
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
VW
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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.