Compare performance (375 HP vs 225 HP), boot space and price (40,900 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles N°7 or Citroen C5 Aircross?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Citroen C5 Aircross is considerably cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the DS Automobiles N°7 costs 40,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,751 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Citroen C5 Aircross uses 2.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the DS Automobiles N°7 with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 2.7 L/100km.
In terms of energy consumption, the DS Automobiles N°7 is marginally more efficient: consuming 16.1 kWh/100km compared to 17 kWh/100km for the Citroen C5 Aircross. That’s a difference of about 0.9 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the DS Automobiles N°7 offers markedly more range – reaching up to 734 km, about 214 km more than the Citroen C5 Aircross.
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 DS Automobiles N°7 offers markedly more power – delivering 375 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 150 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the DS Automobiles N°7 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the Citroen C5 Aircross takes 8.3 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles N°7 delivers substantially more torque with 509 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 209 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles N°7 is very slightly lighter – 1,556 kg compared to 1,629 kg. The difference is around 73 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Citroen C5 Aircross offers very slightly more boot space – 565 L compared to 560 L. That’s a difference of about 5 L.
When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles N°7 carries moderately more – 562 kg compared to 471 kg. That’s a difference of about 91 kg.
The DS Automobiles N°7 holds a narrow overall lead 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.
Known commonly as the DS 7, this DS Automobiles model is a chic French compact SUV with bold, sculpted styling and a quietly luxurious cabin. It delivers a refined, comfortable ride and a premium feel through high-quality materials and thoughtful technology, appealing to buyers who want something distinctive from mainstream rivals.
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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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Price
40,900 - 67,200 £
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Price
29,100 - 43,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 5.4 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.1 - 17 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
539 - 734 km
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Electric Range
81 - 520 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 120 g/km
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co2
0 - 121 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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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
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,556 - 2,252 kg
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Curb weight
1,629 - 2,184 kg
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Trunk capacity
500 - 560 L
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Trunk capacity
565 L
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Length
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Length
-
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Width
1,900 mm
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Width
1,870 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
518 - 562 kg
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Payload
446 - 471 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, 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, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
145 - 375 HP
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Power HP
145 - 225 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 10.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
230 - 509 Nm
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Torque
230 - 300 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
107 - 276 kW
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Power kW
107 - 165 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
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Brand
DS Automobiles
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Brand
Citroen
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