Comparing the Citroen C5 Aircross and the BMW M5 side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Citroen C5 Aircross is available at ₹3,699,000, while the BMW M5 is priced at ₹18,999,000. On the engine front, the Citroen C5 Aircross comes with a 1997 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the BMW M5's 4395 cc, producing 176 bhp @ 3750 rpm (Diesel) and 727 bhp (combined system output) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 18.25 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI for the Citroen C5 Aircross versus 10.5 kmpl (approx) for the BMW M5. 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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| Battery | — | 18.6 kWh PHEV Battery |
| Displacement | 1997 cc (Diesel) | 4395 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | M xDrive AWD |
| Engine Type | 2.0L BlueHDi Diesel / 1.6L PureTech Turbo Petrol | 4.4L S63 V8 TwinPower Turbo + PHEV Electric Motor |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 Litres | 59 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol + PHEV |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed EAT Automatic | 8-Speed M Steptronic |
| Mileage | 18.25 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI | 10.5 kmpl (approx) |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 8 |
| Power | 176 bhp @ 3750 rpm (Diesel) | 727 bhp (combined system output) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 400 Nm @ 2000 rpm (Diesel) | 1000 Nm (combined) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (EAT8) | Automatic (8-Speed M Steptronic DCT) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | — | 18.6 kWh (PHEV) |
| Charging Time | — | AC: ~3.5 hours (3.7 kW) |
| Range | — | 67 km EV range |
| Regenerative Braking | — | Yes |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 580 Litres | 500 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 3050 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 230 mm | 128 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1565 kg | 2440 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4500 mm / 1860 mm / 1665 mm | 5060 mm / 1900 mm / 1464 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2730 mm | 2995 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic (M Integral Active Steering) |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch Digital Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Curved Display (M-specific) |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Adaptive | Yes - Driving Assistant Pro + Active Lane Change |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Driver | Yes - M Carbon Bucket Seats with Heating |
| Infotainment System | 8-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 14.9-inch BMW Curved Display with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Keyless Entry & Start | Yes - Comfort Access |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Nappa Leather | M Full Merino Leather / Alcantara |
| Sound System | 8 Speakers + Subwoofer | Bowers & Wilkins 18-Speaker |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Glass Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes - USB-C |
| Voice Command | — | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | — | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes - M-specific wide body |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Matrix Headlamps (Pure Light) | BMW Adaptive LED Laserlight |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Defogger Only |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 235/50 R18 | 275/35 R20 (front) / 285/35 R20 (rear) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 18-inch Alloy Wheels | 20-inch M Compound Star Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes - M ABS + Track mode |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 8 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes - M Carbon Ceramic Brakes optional |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - M DSC with MDM + xDrive |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Pearl WhitePerla Nera BlackCumulus GreyEclipse Blue | Storm BayBlack SapphireMarina Bay BlueSophisto GreyAlpine WhiteM Carbon BlackM Isle of Man Green |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | 4.8 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
