Comparing the Citroen C3 and the Citroen C5 Aircross side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Citroen C3 is available at ₹630,000, while the Citroen C5 Aircross is priced at ₹3,699,000. On the engine front, the Citroen C3 comes with a 1199 cc unit compared to the Citroen C5 Aircross's 1997 cc (Diesel), producing 81 bhp @ 5750 rpm (NA) / 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) and 176 bhp @ 3750 rpm (Diesel) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 19.82 kmpl (Turbo MT) - ARAI for the Citroen C3 versus 18.25 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI for the Citroen C5 Aircross. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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Engine & Performance |
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| Displacement | 1199 cc | 1997 cc (Diesel) |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.2L PureTech NA / 1.2L PureTech Turbo | 2.0L BlueHDi Diesel / 1.6L PureTech Turbo Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 Litres | 53 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / CNG | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT | 8-Speed EAT Automatic |
| Mileage | 19.82 kmpl (Turbo MT) - ARAI | 18.25 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
| Power | 81 bhp @ 5750 rpm (NA) / 109 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Turbo) | 176 bhp @ 3750 rpm (Diesel) |
| Starter | Push Button Start (top) | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 115 Nm @ 2750 rpm (NA) / 190 Nm @ 1750 rpm (Turbo) | 400 Nm @ 2000 rpm (Diesel) |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic (AT) | Automatic (EAT8) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 315 Litres | 580 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 2145 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm | 230 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 985 kg | 1565 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3981 mm / 1733 mm / 1586 mm | 4500 mm / 1860 mm / 1665 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt Adjustable | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Manual AC | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | 7-inch Digital Cluster | 12.3-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | — | Yes - Adaptive |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - Driver |
| Infotainment System | 10.2-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 8-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | — | Yes - Keyless Entry & Start |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes (top) | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | — | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric | Nappa Leather |
| Sound System | 6 Speakers | 8 Speakers + Subwoofer |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | Halogen (base) / LED (top) | LED Matrix Headlamps (Pure Light) |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 195/65 R15 | 235/50 R18 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 15-inch Alloy Wheels | 18-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 2 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes (top) | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes (top) | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | — | Yes |
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| Color Options | Polar WhiteSteel GreyCosmo BluePerla Nera BlackGarnet Red | Pearl WhitePerla Nera BlackCumulus GreyEclipse Blue |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.8 | 4.0 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
