Comparing the Citroen C5 Aircross and the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Grand Vitara is priced at ₹1,972,400. On the engine front, the Citroen C5 Aircross comes with a 1997 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara's 1462 cc, producing 176 bhp @ 3750 rpm (Diesel) and 75.8 @ 6000 [103.06 PS @ 6000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 18.25 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI for the Citroen C5 Aircross versus Mild-Hybrid MT: up to 21.11 km/l – Mild-Hybrid AT: up to 20.58 km/l – Strong-Hybrid: up to 27.97 km/l for the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara. 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) – AllGrip AWD (select mild-hybrid variants only) |
| Engine Type | 2.0L BlueHDi Diesel / 1.6L PureTech Turbo Petrol | 1.5L K15C Mild-Hybrid Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 Litres | Mild-Hybrid: 45 litres – Strong-Hybrid: 43 litres |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed EAT Automatic | 5-Speed MT – 6-Speed AT (Torque Converter) – e-CVT (Strong-Hybrid) |
| Mileage | 18.25 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI | Mild-Hybrid MT: up to 21.11 km/l – Mild-Hybrid AT: up to 20.58 km/l – Strong-Hybrid: up to 27.97 km/l |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 176 bhp @ 3750 rpm (Diesel) | 75.8 @ 6000 [103.06 PS @ 6000 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 400 Nm @ 2000 rpm (Diesel) | 139Nm @ 4300rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (EAT8) | Manual / Automatic |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | — | 0.76 kWh |
| Charging Time | — | Self-charging (no plug-in required) |
| Regenerative Braking | — | Yes |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 580 Litres | Mild-Hybrid: 373 litres – Strong-Hybrid: 255 litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1675 - 1735 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 230 mm | 210 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1565 kg | 1180 – 1280 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4500 mm / 1860 mm / 1665 mm | Length: 4345 mm • Width: 1795 mm • Height: 1645 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Automatic |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch Digital Cluster | Analog with MID / Fully Digital (variant-wise) |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Adaptive | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Driver | Yes (Driver seat – select variants) |
| Infotainment System | 8-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 9-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 |
| Seat Upholstery | Nappa Leather | Fabric / Premium Fabric / Leatherette |
| Sound System | 8 Speakers + Subwoofer | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic (select variants) |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | — | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | — | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | LED |
| Headlight | LED Matrix Headlamps (Pure Light) | LED Projector |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED |
| Tyre Size | 235/50 R18 | 215/60 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless Radial |
| Wheel Type | 18-inch Alloy Wheels | Steel / Alloy (variant-wise) |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 |
| 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 | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Pearl WhitePerla Nera BlackCumulus GreyEclipse Blue | Nexa BlueArctic WhiteMidnight BlackOpulent RedGrandeur GreyChestnut BrownSplendid SilverArctic White+BlackSplendid Silver+BlackOpulent Red+Black |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
