USA EV Comparison: Citroën C5 Aircross Comfort Range vs BYD Seal U Design

Side-by-side comparison of all specifications in imperial units (mi, lb). To see metric units (km, kg), switch website version to Global.
Share:

Struggling to Decide? Let AI Help!

Instantly compare key specs and get tailored insights to find your ideal EV.
Just a sec! AI is comparing every detail for you...

Your AI Summary Is Ready!

General Info

While both vehicles are currently in production, they are not sold in the United States.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

Property Citroën C5 Aircross Comfort Range BYD Seal U Design
Years of Production 2025-… 2024-…
Current Status Produced Produced
Country of Manufacture France China
Body Style SUV SUV
Market Availability EU EU
GCC Score 6.9 6.3

Range and Efficiency

Even though the BYD Seal U Design (2024-...) has a larger battery, the Citroën C5 Aircross Comfort Range (2025-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.

Property Citroën C5 Aircross Comfort Range BYD Seal U Design
Range (WLTP) 323 mi 311 mi
Range (GCC) 278 mi 264 mi
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 79.9 kWh 89 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 73.7 kWh 87 kWh
Efficiency per 100 mi 26.5 kWh/100 mi 33 kWh/100 mi
Efficiency per kWh 3.77 mi/kWh 3.03 mi/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 7.8 6.3

Charging

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Citroën C5 Aircross Comfort Range (2025-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 160 kW, while the BYD Seal U Design (2024-...) maxes out at 140 kW.

Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.

Property Citroën C5 Aircross Comfort Range BYD Seal U Design
Max Charging Power (AC) 11 kW 11 kW
Max Charging Power (DC) 160 kW 140 kW
Architecture 400 V 400 V
Charge Port CCS Type 2 CCS Type 2
Charging Score 6.5 6.5

Performance

Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.

Although the BYD Seal U Design (2024-...) has more power, the Citroën C5 Aircross Comfort Range (2025-…) achieves a faster 0-60 mph time.

Property Citroën C5 Aircross Comfort Range BYD Seal U Design
Drive Type FWD FWD
Motor Type PMSM PMSM
Motor Power (kW) 157 kW 160 kW
Motor Power (hp) 211 hp 215 hp
Motor Torque 254 lb-ft 243 lb-ft
0-60 mph 8.6 s 9.2 s
Top Speed 105 mph 109 mph
Performance Score 3.5 3.5

Dimensions

The BYD Seal U Design (2024-...) stretches out longer, while the Citroën C5 Aircross Comfort Range (2025-…) compensates with a wider stance. As for height, they’re nearly identical, so headroom should be comparable.

Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.

Property Citroën C5 Aircross Comfort Range BYD Seal U Design
Length 183.1 in 188.4 in
Width (with Mirrors) 83 in 82.1 in
Width (w/o Mirrors) 76.2 in 74.4 in
Height 66.6 in 65.7 in
Wheelbase 110 in 108.9 in

Cargo and Towing

The Citroën C5 Aircross Comfort Range (2025-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.

Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).

The BYD Seal U Design (2024-...) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Citroën C5 Aircross Comfort Range (2025-…).

Property Citroën C5 Aircross Comfort Range BYD Seal U Design
Number of Seats 5 5
Curb Weight 4815 lb 4733 lb
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 20 ft3 19.5 ft3
Cargo Volume (Max) 58.9 ft3 50.9 ft3
Cargo Volume (Frunk) - Cargo Volume (Frunk) - Cargo Volume (Frunk)
Towing Capacity 2756 lb 2866 lb
Cargo and Towing Score 7.3 7.2
Comparison list
2 cars
Let's Compare
Comparison list cleared