Global EV Comparison: Citroën C5 Aircross Long Range vs Nissan Ariya 87 kWh 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 Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD (2021-…), which starts at €53490.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Citroën C5 Aircross Long Range | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2021-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | France | Japan, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €45000 | €53490 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €39898 |
| GCC Score | 7.1 | 6.4 |
Range and Efficiency
The Citroën C5 Aircross Long Range (2025-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD (2021-…).
| Property | Citroën C5 Aircross Long Range | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 489 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 681 km | 536 km |
| Range (GCC) | 579 km | 462 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 101 kWh | 91 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 96.9 kWh | 87 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.7 kWh/100 km | 18.8 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.98 km/kWh | 5.31 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 9.1 | 7.3 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Citroën C5 Aircross Long Range (2025-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 160 kW, while the Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD (2021-…) maxes out at 130 kW.
The Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD (2021-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the Citroën C5 Aircross Long Range (2025-…) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | Citroën C5 Aircross Long Range | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 160 kW | 130 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.9 | 6.5 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD (2021-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Citroën C5 Aircross Long Range | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | EESM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 170 kW | 178 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 228 hp | 239 hp |
| Motor Torque | 345 Nm | 300 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.8 s | 7.6 s |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.6 | 3.6 |
Dimensions
The Citroën C5 Aircross Long Range (2025-…) is wider, but has a similar length and height to the Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD (2021-…).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Citroën C5 Aircross Long Range | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4652 mm | 4595 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2108 mm | 2172 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1936 mm | 1850 mm |
| Height | 1692 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2795 mm | 2775 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Citroën C5 Aircross Long 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 Citroën C5 Aircross Long Range (2025-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD (2021-…).
| Property | Citroën C5 Aircross Long Range | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2246 kg | 2121 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 565 l | 466 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1668 l | 1350 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1200 kg | 750 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.3 | 6.8 |
