7.7
2023 Citroen C5 Aircross review
The updated C5 Aircross has finally landed in Australia – can an updated drivetrain and improved tech suite take the French SUV mainstream?
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James Wong
Citroen C5 Aircross vs BYD Sealion 6 Comparison
Citroen C5 Aircross
BYD Sealion 6
2024 Citroen
C5 Aircross
vs
2024 BYD
Sealion 6
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How they stack...
CarExpert Score
CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the suv medium category, between scores of 7.2 and 8.8.
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7.7
8.3
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Based on the Citroen C5 Aircross SPORT 1.6 THP 133
Based on the BYD Sealion 6 PREMIUM
Best suitable for...
Driving the familyFuel Efficiency
53L
419 km
60L
66 to 84 km
Warranty
5 year
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6 year
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MSRP
$42,990 - $52,300
$48,990 - $52,990
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CarExpert's Take
James Wong
Marketplace Editor
James Wong drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Comfy ride, seats
- Big, practical boot
- Improved performance, tech
Misses
- Still pricier than it should be
- Tight back seat for the class
- Misses out on C5 X infotainment
James Wong
Marketplace Editor
James Wong drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Strong value for money
- Achievable EV range claim
- Cushy, quiet drive experience
Misses
- Soft ride can get wallowy
- Base model offers more range
- No safety rating... yet
Standard Features
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
| Wireless phone charger | ||
| Powered tailgate | ||
| Rear air vents | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Climate control | ||
| Reversing sensors | ||
| Reversing camera | ||
| Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
- Metallic Paint (+$690)
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Specs
| Type | ||
| TURBO DIRECT F/INJ | ELECTRONIC F/INJ, ELECTRIC & TURBO DFI | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1598 | 1498 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 1.6L | 1.5L | |
| Induction | ||
| TURBO 4 | INLINE 4, TURBO 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | NOT PROVIDED | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| - | 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 121kW | 145kW - 150kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 6000 | - | |
| Torque | ||
| 240Nm | 300Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 1400 | - | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| - | - | |
