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