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 Cupra Formentor Comparison
Citroen C5 Aircross
Cupra Formentor
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2024 Citroen
C5 Aircross
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2024 Cupra
Formentor
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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
8.2
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Based on the Citroen C5 Aircross SPORT 1.6 THP 133
Based on the Cupra Formentor V
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
FunFuel Efficiency
53L
302 to 419 km
40L - 55L
76 to 424 km
ANCAP Safety Rating
Warranty
5 year
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5 year
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MSRP
$42,990 - $54,990
$51,990 - $67,990
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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
Scott Collie
Contributor
Scott Collie drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- 140kW engine packs enough punch
- Handsome exterior, spacious cabin
- Impressive ride and handling balance
Misses
- Noisy on the highway
- Interior technology can be fiddly
- New model coming next year
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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Colours Available
The Formentor is available in the following metallic finishes:
- Nevada White
- Magnetic Tech
- Midnight Black
- Asphalt Blue
The following premium metallic finishes are a $475 option:
- Desire Red (excludes VZx)
- Graphene Grey
- Dark Camouflage
The following matte finishes are a $2300 option exclusive to the VZx:
- Petrol Blue
- Magnetic Tech
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Specs
| Type | ||
| TURBO DIRECT F/INJ | TURBO DIRECT F/INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1598 | 1395 - 1984 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 1.6L | 2.0L, 1.4L | |
| Induction | ||
| TURBO 4 | TURBO 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 | 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 121kW - 133kW | 110kW - 228kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 5500 - 6000 | 4200 - 5450 | |
| Torque | ||
| 240Nm - 250Nm | 250Nm - 400Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 1400 - 1650 | 1500 - 2000 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| - | 9.3 - 12.2 | |
