Global EV Comparison: Citroën C5 Aircross Long Range vs DS 8 FWD
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Citroën C5 Aircross Long Range (2025-…) has a starting price of €45000, compared to the DS 8 FWD (2025-...), which starts at €57700.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Citroën C5 Aircross Long Range | DS 8 FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | France | Italy |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €45000 | €57700 |
| GCC Score | 7.1 | 6.9 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Citroën C5 Aircross Long Range (2025-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the DS 8 FWD (2025-...).
| Property | Citroën C5 Aircross Long Range | DS 8 FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 681 km | 572 km |
| Range (GCC) | 579 km | 486 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 101 kWh | 77 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 96.9 kWh | 74 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.7 kWh/100 km | 15.2 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.98 km/kWh | 6.57 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 9.1 | 8.7 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 160 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Citroën C5 Aircross Long Range | DS 8 FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 160 kW | 160 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.9 | 6.4 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The DS 8 FWD (2025-...) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Citroën C5 Aircross Long Range | DS 8 FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 170 kW | 191 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 228 hp | 256 hp |
| Motor Torque | 345 Nm | 345 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.8 s | 7.7 s |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h | 190 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.6 | 4.1 |
Dimensions
The DS 8 FWD (2025-...) has a longer body, while the Citroën C5 Aircross Long Range (2025-…) stands taller, offering a more elevated ride. Their widths are almost identical, so both offer a similar amount of shoulder room.
The DS 8 FWD (2025-...) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Citroën C5 Aircross Long Range | DS 8 FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4652 mm | 4834 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2108 mm | 2099 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1936 mm | 1920 mm |
| Height | 1692 mm | 1574 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2795 mm | 2905 mm |
Cargo and Towing
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The DS 8 FWD (2025-...) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Citroën C5 Aircross Long Range (2025-…).
| Property | Citroën C5 Aircross Long Range | DS 8 FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2246 kg | 2132 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 565 l | 620 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1668 l | - Cargo Volume (Max) |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1200 kg | 1460 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.3 | 6.7 |
