Comparing the Citroen C5 Aircross and the Mahindra Scorpio N 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 Mahindra Scorpio N is priced at ₹1,349,000. On the engine front, the Citroen C5 Aircross comes with a 1997 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Mahindra Scorpio N's 1997 cc, producing 176 bhp @ 3750 rpm (Diesel) and 149.14 kW @ 5000 r/min respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 18.25 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI for the Citroen C5 Aircross versus 12 kmpl for the Mahindra Scorpio N. 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 | — | 12V electrical setup paired with push-button engine start-stop toggles |
| Displacement | 1997 cc (Diesel) | 1997 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) standard / 4-Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | 2.0L BlueHDi Diesel / 1.6L PureTech Turbo Petrol | 2 L mStallion Turbo Petrol Direct Injection |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 Litres | 57 L |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed EAT Automatic | — |
| Mileage | 18.25 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI | 12 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 176 bhp @ 3750 rpm (Diesel) | 149.14 kW @ 5000 r/min |
| Starter | Push Button Start | — |
| Torque | 400 Nm @ 2000 rpm (Diesel) | 370 Nm @ 1750-3000 r/min (MT) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (EAT8) | 6-Speed Manual / 6-Speed Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 580 Litres | 460 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 2,510 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 230 mm | 187 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1565 kg | 1885 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4500 mm / 1860 mm / 1665 mm | 4,662 mm × 1,917 mm × 1,857 |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2730 mm | 2,750 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt-adjustable electronic power steering system |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Electronic, Automatic day/night interior rearview mirror |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Climate Control: Dual-Zone Fully Automatic Temperature Control (FATC) equipped with front air purification technology |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch Digital Cluster | 17.78 cm (7-inch) color TFT Driver Information Display nestled between classic analogue gauges |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Adaptive | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Driver | 6-Way power-adjustable driver's seat |
| Infotainment System | 8-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 20.32 cm (8-inch) touchscreen with AdrenoX Connect, Alexa built-in, wireless Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Keyless Entry & Start | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Internal motorized glass adjustment and electronic power-folding functionality |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front and rear standard power windows with anti-pinch functionality |
| Push Start | Yes | Engine Start-Stop Button |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Standard rear cabin ventilation modules |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Foldable center armrests available across rows |
| Seat Upholstery | Nappa Leather | Rich Coffee-Black leatherette upholstery on higher trims; premium fabric variants on base layouts |
| Sound System | 8 Speakers + Subwoofer | Sony 3D Immersive Audio setup with 12 Speakers and a dedicated subwoofer |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Electric anti-pinch single-pane sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Dual-row dedicated fast-charging Type-A and Type-C USB data linkages |
| Voice Command | — | Available via Alexa integrations and phone voice assistants |
| Wireless Charger | — | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | vertical C-shaped LED Daytime Running Lights |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | High-throw front LED fog lamps |
| Headlight | LED Matrix Headlamps (Pure Light) | LED Projector dual-barrel headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Electrically adjustable and power-folding side mirrors with integrated sequential turn indicators |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Fully integrated into the upright, sideways-opening tailgate door shell |
| Roof Rails | Yes | Sleek integrated ski-rack roof rails |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Tall Stacked LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 235/50 R18 | 245/65 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 18-inch Alloy Wheels | Steel / Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Integrated electronic grade descent and uphill braking controls |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Dedicated second-row anchoring safety frames |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Rearview camera system with dynamic guided path matrices |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Sonar-guided rear bumper-integrated proximity sensors |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Pearl WhitePerla Nera BlackCumulus GreyEclipse Blue | Everest WhiteDeep ForestStealth BlackMidnight BlackValyrian Silver |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |











