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Ford Explorer EV vs Citroen C5 Aircross comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 225 HP), boot space and price (34,200 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Explorer EV or Citroen C5 Aircross?

Ford Explorer EV vs Citroen C5 Aircross: Key differences

Ford Explorer EV

4.7 (5 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • somewhat more efficient
  • somewhat more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Citroen C5 Aircross

4.1 (7 Reviews)
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  • moderately cheaper
  • markedly lighter
  • a bit more trunk space
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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

Explorer EV

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 moderately cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Ford Explorer EV costs 34,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,066 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Ford Explorer EV is somewhat more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 17 kWh/100km for the Citroen C5 Aircross. That’s a difference of about 2.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Ford Explorer EV offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 602 km, about 82 km more than the Citroen C5 Aircross.

C5 Aircross

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 Ford Explorer EV offers clearly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 115 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Explorer EV is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.3 s, while the Citroen C5 Aircross takes 8.3 s. That’s about 3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Explorer EV delivers significantly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 379 Nm more.

Explorer EV

Space and Everyday Use:

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, Citroen C5 Aircross is markedly lighter – 1,629 kg compared to 1,996 kg. The difference is around 367 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C5 Aircross offers a bit more boot space – 565 L compared to 472 L. That’s a difference of about 93 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Explorer EV carries slightly more – 585 kg compared to 471 kg. That’s a difference of about 114 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Explorer EV holds a decisive 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.

from £34,200
Explorer EV

Ford Explorer EV

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 190 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 417 - 602 km
Ford Explorer EV
Citroen C5 Aircross

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Dimensions and Body

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Ford Explorer EV

The Explorer EV brings the familiar presence and practicality of an Explorer into the electric age, offering roomy comfort and modern tech for everyday life and family trips. It feels composed on the road and serves as a straightforward, user-friendly alternative to conventional gas-powered SUVs.

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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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Ford Explorer EV
Citroen C5 Aircross

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,200 - 49,600 £
Price
29,100 - 43,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17 kWh/100km
Electric Range
417 - 602 km
Electric Range
81 - 520 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 121 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,996 - 2,209 kg
Curb weight
1,629 - 2,184 kg
Trunk capacity
472 L
Trunk capacity
565 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,872 mm
Width
1,870 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
531 - 585 kg
Payload
446 - 471 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 340 HP
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
Brand
Ford
Brand
Citroen
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