Comparing the Citroen C5 Aircross and the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga 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 Ertiga is priced at ₹879,999. On the engine front, the Citroen C5 Aircross comes with a 1997 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga's 1462 cc, producing 176 bhp @ 3750 rpm (Diesel) and 75.8 kW @6000 RPM respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 18.25 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI for the Citroen C5 Aircross versus 20.51 km/l (Petrol MT) 20.30 km/l (Petrol AT) 26.11 km/kg (CNG) for the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga. 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 |
| Displacement | 1997 cc (Diesel) | 1462 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 2.0L BlueHDi Diesel / 1.6L PureTech Turbo Petrol | 1.5-litre K15C Naturally Aspirated Petrol Engine (Smart Hybrid) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 Litres | 45 litres (Petrol) 60 litres (CNG cylinder water capacity) |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol / Petrol + CNG |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed EAT Automatic | 5/6-speed Manual |
| Mileage | 18.25 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI | 20.51 km/l (Petrol MT) 20.30 km/l (Petrol AT) 26.11 km/kg (CNG) |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 176 bhp @ 3750 rpm (Diesel) | 75.8 kW @6000 RPM |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 400 Nm @ 2000 rpm (Diesel) | 139.0 Nm@4300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (EAT8) | Manual / Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 580 Litres | 209 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1760 - 1820 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 230 mm | 185 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1565 kg | 1175 -1275 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4500 mm / 1860 mm / 1665 mm | 4435 1735 1690 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2730 mm | 2740mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt-adjustable |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch Digital Cluster | Analog with Multi-Information Display (MID) |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Adaptive | — |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Driver | — |
| Infotainment System | 8-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 7-inch SmartPlay Pro Touchscreen |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Keyless Entry & Start | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front & Rear |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes (2nd row) |
| Seat Upholstery | Nappa Leather | Fabric (Dual-tone on higher variants) |
| Sound System | 8 Speakers + Subwoofer | 4-speaker audio system |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| USB Ports | Yes | Front & Rear USB Ports |
| Voice Command | — | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | — | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | — |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Front Fog Lamps (select variants) |
| Headlight | LED Matrix Headlamps (Pure Light) | Projector Halogen |
| 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 | 185/65 R15 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | 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 | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | — |
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| Color Options | Pearl WhitePerla Nera BlackCumulus GreyEclipse Blue | Arctic WhitePrime Oxford BlueMagma GreyAuburn RedPearl Metallic Dignity BrownSplendid SilverBluish Black |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
