Comparing the Citroen C5 Aircross and the Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 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 Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 is priced at ₹369,899. On the engine front, the Citroen C5 Aircross comes with a 1997 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Maruti Suzuki Alto K10's 998 cc, producing 176 bhp @ 3750 rpm (Diesel) and 50.4 kW@5600 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 18.25 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI for the Citroen C5 Aircross versus 24.90 kmpl for the Maruti Suzuki Alto K10. 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 | — | Standard 12V car battery |
| Displacement | 1997 cc (Diesel) | 998 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front‑Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | 2.0L BlueHDi Diesel / 1.6L PureTech Turbo Petrol | K-Series Dual Jet, Dual VVT Engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 Litres | 27 litres |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol / CNG |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed EAT Automatic | 5‑speed |
| Mileage | 18.25 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI | 24.90 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Power | 176 bhp @ 3750 rpm (Diesel) | 50.4 kW@5600 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 400 Nm @ 2000 rpm (Diesel) | 91 Nm @ 3500 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (EAT8) | 5‑speed Manual / 5‑speed AMT |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 580 Litres | 214 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1210 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 230 mm | 160 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1565 kg | 740–757 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4500 mm / 1860 mm / 1665 mm | 3530 mm × ~1490 mm × ~1520 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2730 mm | 2380 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Collapsible/adjustable steering column |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Manual air conditioning |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch Digital Cluster | Semi‑digital |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Adaptive | — |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Driver | — |
| Infotainment System | 8-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | Available touchscreen (7″ SmartPlay Studio on higher trims) |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Keyless Entry & Start | — |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Manual adjustable ORVMs |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front power windows on most trims |
| Push Start | Yes | — |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | — |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | — |
| Seat Upholstery | Nappa Leather | Fabric seats |
| Sound System | 8 Speakers + Subwoofer | 2‑4 speaker audio (varies by trim) |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes (painted bumpers on most trims) |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | — |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | — |
| Headlight | LED Matrix Headlamps (Pure Light) | Halogen headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | — |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | — |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Standard halogen combination lamps |
| Tyre Size | 235/50 R18 | 145/80 R13 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 18-inch Alloy Wheels | Steel |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 airbags standard |
| Brake Assist | Yes | — |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | — |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | — |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | — |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | — |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Pearl WhitePerla Nera BlackCumulus GreyEclipse Blue | Solid WhiteMetallic Silky SilverMetallic Granite GreyMetallic Speedy BlueMetallic Sizzling RedPremium Earth GoldPearl Bluish Black |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
