Citroen C5 Aircross vs Hyundai Ioniq 5

CarWale brings you comparison of Citroen C5 Aircross and Hyundai Ioniq 5. The Citroen C5 Aircross price is Rs. 37.32 Lakh and Hyundai Ioniq 5 price is Rs. 46.30 Lakh. The Citroen C5 Aircross is available in 1997 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Diesel. C5 Aircross provides the mileage of 17.5 kmpl.

C5 Aircross Shine vs Ioniq 5 RWD Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	C5 Aircross	Ioniq 5
Price	Rs. 37.32 Lakh	Rs. 46.30 Lakh
Engine Capacity	1997 cc	-
Power	174 bhp	-
Transmission	Automatic (TC)	Automatic
Fuel Type	Diesel	Electric

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Citroen C5 Aircross

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Rs. 37.32 Lakh

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Hyundai Ioniq 5

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Rs. 46.30 Lakh

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Finance

Engine & Transmission

Engine	1997 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	Not Applicable
Engine Type	DW10FC
Turbocharger/ Supercharger		Not Applicable
Battery	Not Applicable	72.6 kWh, Lithium Ion, Battery Placed Under Floor Pan
Electric Motor	Not Applicable	Single Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (Mounted at Rear Axle)
Fuel Type	Diesel	Electric
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	174 bhp @ 3750 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	400 Nm @ 2000 rpm
Max Motor Performance		215 bhp, 350 Nm
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2	Not Applicable
Acceleration		0-100 km/h in 7.6 seconds (claimed)
Top Speed (kmph)		185
Mileage	ARAI: 17.5 kmpl
Idle Start/Stop
Driving Range (km)	919	631
DC Fast Charging		10-80 % : 18 mins, 350 kW charger
AC Fast Charging		0-100 % : 6 hrs 55 mins, 11 kW charger
Drivetrain	FWD	RWD
Transmission	Automatic (TC) - 8 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode	Automatic - 1 Gears, Sport Mode
Pure Electric Driving Mode

Dimensions & Weight
Capacity

Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Front Suspension	Macpherson Strut Suspension With Double Progressive Hydraulic Cushions® - Compression And Rebound	McPherson strut
Rear Suspension	Twist Beam Axle With Single Progressive Hydraulic Cushions® - Compression	Multi-link
Additional Steering Features
Steering	Power assisted (Electric) steering	Power assisted (Electric) steering
Tyres	Radial - Tubeless Tyres	Radial - Tubeless Tyres
Spare Wheel & Tyre	Alloy
Minimum Turning Radius (metres)	5.35	5.9
Front Tyres	235 / 55 R18	255 / 45 R20
Rear Tyres	235 / 55 R18	255 / 45 R20
Wheels	Alloy Wheels	Alloy Wheels
Puncture Repair Kit

Electric Motor & Battery

Features

Exterior

Safety

ADAS		Level 2
NCAP Rating	4 Star (Euro NCAP)	5 Star (Euro NCAP)
Airbags	6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)	6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)
Forward Collision Warning
Automatic Emergency Braking
Lane Functions		Lane Departure Prevention
Lane Departure Warning
Rear Collision Assist		Rear Cross-traffic Assist
Blind Spot Detection
High-beam Assist
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
Overspeed Warning	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Second Row Middle Seat Safety	Rear Middle Head Rest & Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt	Rear Middle Head Rest & Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt
Child Seat Anchor Points
Seat Belt Warning

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Automatic Climate Control: Dual Zone (Front AC: Two Zones with Fan speed control, Second row AC: Separate Zone with Vents Behind Front Armrest)	Automatic Climate Control: Dual Zone (Front AC: Two Zones with Fan speed control, Second row AC: Blower with Vents Behind Front Armrest and on Pillars)
Air Purifier
Heater
Cruise Control
Parking Assist	Reverse Camera	Reverse Camera with Guidance
Parking Sensors	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Steering Adjustment	Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt & Telescopic
Keyless Start/ Button Start
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors	Driver & Co-Driver	Driver & Co-Driver
Headlight and Ignition on Reminder
Charging Ports	2 x 12V Power Outlets	12V Power Outlet
Umbrella Storage in Door
Electronic Parking Brake		Auto Hold
Cabin Boot Access
Dashcam

Lighting

Headlights	LED	LED
Cornering Headlights
Headlight Height Adjuster
Automatic Headlamps
Taillights	LED	LED
Daytime Running Lights (DRL)	LED	LED
Fog Lights	LED - Front & LED - Rear
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Interior Lamps	Front and Rear Reading Lamp,	Front and Rear Reading Lamp,
Ambient Interior Lighting
Puddle Lamps

Braking & Traction

Brakes	Disc (Front & Rear)	Ventilated Disc (Front), Disc (Rear)
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Brake Assist (BA)
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Traction Control System (TC/TCS)
Hill Hold Control
Hill Descent Control
Limited Slip Differential
Differential Lock
Four-Wheel-Drive
Ride Height Adjustment

Locks & Security

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

Anti-glare ORVMs
Exterior Door	Body Coloured Door Handles	Body Coloured Door Handles
Interior Door Handles Finish	Chrome	Silver
Power Windows	Front & Rear Power Windows, All One-touch up/down	Front & Rear Power Windows, All One-touch up/down
Door Pockets	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Scuff Plates	Metallic
ORVM (Outside Rear View Mirrors)	Black finish, Turn Indicators on ORVMs	Body-Coloured finish, Turn Indicators on ORVMs
Adjustable ORVMs	Electrically Adjustable & Retractable	Electrically Adjustable & Retractable
Anti-glare Mirrors	Electronic - Internal Only	Electronic - Internal Only
Rain-sensing Wipers
Rear Wiper
Boot Opener	Electric Tailgate Release	Electric Tailgate Release
Rear Defogger

Entertainment, Information & Communication

Infotainment Screen	10" Touch-screen Display	12.3" Touch-screen Display
Audio System	6 Speakers	8 Speakers
AM/FM Radio
Steering-mounted controls
Integrated (in-dash) Music System
Bluetooth Compatibility	Phone Calls & Audio Streaming	Phone Calls & Audio Streaming
Smart Connectivity	Android Auto (Wireless) & Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	Android Auto (Wireless) & Apple CarPlay (Wireless)
WiFi Hotspot
Voice Command
Gesture Control
Input Methods	Bluetooth Compatibility (Phone Calls & Audio Streaming)	AUX Compatibility, Bluetooth Compatibility (Phone & Audio Streaming)
GPS Navigation System
Wireless Charger

Seats & Upholstery

Seat Upholstery	Fabric + Leatherette	Leather
Driver Seat Adjustment	6 way electrically adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, seat height: up / down) + 4 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down, lumbar: up / down)	12 way electrically adjustable with 2 memory presets (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, seat height: up / down, lumbar: up / down, lumbar: forward / back, seat base angle: up / down) + 2 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down)
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment	8 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down, seat height: up / down)	12 way electrically adjustable with 2 memory presets (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, seat height: up / down, lumbar: up / down, lumbar: forward / back, seat base angle: up / down) + 2 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down)
Second Row Seat Adjustment	6 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down)	6 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down)
Ventilated Seats		Front only
Ventilated Seat Type		Heated and cooled
Massage Seats
Interior	Dual Tone (Metropolitan Grey / Graphite)	Single Tone (Dark Pebble Gray)
Wrappings	Leather Wrapped Gear Knob & Wrapped Steering Wheel
Headrests	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Front Seatback Pockets
Driver Armrest
Rear Armrest		Cup Holder
Split Rear Seat		60:40
Folding Rear Seat	Flat	Flat
Rear Passenger Seat Type	Individual	Bench
Third Row Seat Type

Mobile App Features

Instrumentation

Fuel Consumption	Average Fuel Consumption, Distance to Empty, Instantaneous Fuel Consumption & Low Fuel Level Warning
Low Battery Warning
Instrument Cluster Screen	Digital Instrument Cluster with Adjustable Cluster Brightness	Digital Instrument Cluster with Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Trip Meter	2 Trips Electronic	2 Trips Electronic
Door Ajar Warning
Average Speed
Heads Up Display (HUD)
Tachometer	Digital
Gear Indicator
Gear Shift Indicator		Not Applicable
Clock	Digital	Digital

Storage
Manufacturer Warranty

Brochure

Colours

	Pearl White	Gravity Gold Matte
	Cumulus Grey	Optic White
	Eclipse Blue	Midnight Black Pearl
	Pearl Nera Black

User Reviews

Overall Rating

5.0/5

1 Rating

4.6/5

59 Ratings

Rating Parameters	5.0Exterior	4.7Exterior
	5.0Comfort	4.7Comfort
	5.0Performance	4.5Performance
	5.0Value for Money	4.5Fuel Economy
		4.3Value for Money

Most Helpful Review

Citroën C5 Aircross – The Ultimate Comfort SUV for Indian Roads

I’ve been driving the Citroen C5 Aircross for a few months now, and every drive feels like a first-class experience on wheels. This SUV truly defines comfort — from its signature hydraulic suspension to the soft, supportive seats that make long journeys effortless. The design is bold and European, instantly turning heads wherever it goes. The interiors feel premium with excellent insulation — you barely hear outside noise, even on busy Pune roads. The 2.0L diesel engine delivers strong performance while maintaining good mileage, and the 8-speed automatic gearbox shifts seamlessly. Ride quality is where the C5 Aircross shines the most. Even on rough or uneven patches, it glides smoothly, making you forget the condition of the road. The panoramic sunroof, ambient lighting, and spacious cabin add to the luxury feel. Citroen’s after-sales service has been surprisingly good — polite staff, transparent updates, and genuine care for customers. It’s clear the brand is serious about building long-term trust in India. If you value comfort, refinement, and exclusivity over the usual crowd-pullers, the Citroën C5 Aircross is the SUV for you. It’s not just a car — it’s an experience. Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)

Looks are awesome

Efficiency can be increased in the form of km I just not buy but had a drive from my friend and also visit showroom Driving is quite soft 1st impression is looks If battery works better than all right

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C5 Aircross comparison with similar cars

Length Width Height	4500 mm * 1969 mm * 1710 mm	4635 mm * 1890 mm * 1625 mm
Ground Clearance		163 mm (unladen)
Wheelbase (mm)	2730	3000
Kerb Weight (kg)	1685

Seating Capacity	5 Seats and 2 Rows	5 Seats and 2 Rows
Doors (Doors)	5	5
Bootspace	580 L	531 L
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	52.5

Regenerative Braking
Vehicle to Vehicle charging (V2V)
Vehicle to load technology (V2L)

Sunroof	Panoramic Sunroof	Electro-Transparent Panoramic Sunroof
Roof Rails
Body-coloured Bumpers
Rub-strips		Black
Body Kit
Chrome Finish Exhaust Pipe
Antenna	Shark Fin Antenna	Shark Fin Antenna

Engine Immobiliser
Central Locking	Keyless	Keyless
Child Safety Lock
Speed Sensing Door Lock

Emergency Call Button
Find My Car
Check Vehicle Status via App
Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App
Remote Parking with Key
Remote AC: On / Off via App
Remote Sunroof: Open / Close via App
Car Light Flashing & Honking via App
Over The Air (OTA) Updates
Geo-fence
Alexa Compatibility

Cup Holders	Cupholders in Front Only	Cupholders in Front & Second Row
Cooled Glovebox
Sunglass Holder
Driver Armrest Storage
Third Row Cup Holders

Vehicle Warranty	3 Years / 100000 Kms	3 Years / Unlimted Kms
Battery Warranty	Not Applicable	8 Years / 160000 Km