Citroën C5 Aircross

The Citroën C5 Aircross is an estate produced from 2017 onwards, powered by a 1.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine delivering 119 kW and capable of 208 km/h. It seats five passengers, measures 4,504 mm in length, and weighs 1,667 kg, with CO₂ emissions of 151 g/km. In Norway, the model saw strong registration interest between 2019 and 2022, peaking at 465 units in 2020, though numbers declined to 198 by 2022 across the period's total of 1,457 registrations.
| Manufacturer | Groupe PSA |
|---|---|
| Production | From 2017 |
| Body type | Estate |
| Fuel | Plug-in hybrid (petrol) |
| Engine power | 132 kW (177 hp) |
| CO₂ (WLTP) | 34 g/km |
| Kerb weight | 1,839 kg |
| Displacement | 1,430 cc |
| Top speed | 207 km/h |
| Length | 4,517 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,861 mm |
| Height | 1,700 mm |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
New registrations in Norway
Number of Citroën C5 Aircross registered for the first time in Norway per year.
Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).
New registrations by country (2025)
Number of Citroën C5 Aircross cars registered for the first time across 29 European countries in 2025.
| Country | Registrations |
|---|---|
| France | 20,649 |
| Germany | 8,735 |
| Italy | 4,668 |
| Spain | 1,657 |
| Poland | 1,606 |
| Belgium | 1,212 |
| Netherlands | 608 |
| Austria | 558 |
| Portugal | 371 |
| Ireland | 315 |
| Slovakia | 281 |
| Greece | 271 |
| Slovenia | 225 |
| Czechia | 213 |
| Sweden | 200 |
Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0), 2025 data.
Engine variants
Different engine versions of the Citroën C5 Aircross (from registration data). 11 variants.
| Engine | Fuel | Transmission | Top speed | Economy | Model year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.2 l · 3-cyl | – | – | 194 km/h | – | – |
| 1.5 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 189 km/h | – | – |
| 1.6 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 207 km/h | – | – |
| 1.6 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 222 km/h | – | – |
| 1.7 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 198 km/h | – | – |
| 2.0 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 211 km/h | – | – |
| 2.0 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 210 km/h | – | – |
| 2.2 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 220 km/h | – | – |
| 2.7 l · 6-cyl | – | – | – | – | – |
| 2.9 l · 6-cyl | – | – | 225 km/h | – | – |
| 3.0 l · 6-cyl | – | – | 239 km/h | – | – |
Source: RDW (NL). European engine variants.
Generations
Other Citroën models
Similar Estate models
Common problems & reliability
In the UK, 85% of Citroën C5 Aircrosss pass their MOT test first time, based on 105 inspections in 2023. (2023 is the most recent annual release published by the DfT.)
Based on real owner complaints and inspection data — not an editorial rating. Sources: DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).
Recalls & safety
7 recalls recorded in the EU Safety Gate (European market) for the Citroën C5 Aircross. Recalls can flag known weaknesses of the model.
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (France)
The product does not comply with the requirements laid down in the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2021-07-16
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2021-03-26
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)
The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2024-07-05
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (France)
The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2025-09-19
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (France)
The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2025-10-17
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (France)
The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2025-01-31
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2020-03-13
Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Citroën recalls.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the top speed of the Citroën C5 Aircross?
- The Citroën C5 Aircross has a rated top speed of 207 km/h.
- How much power does the Citroën C5 Aircross have?
- The Citroën C5 Aircross produces 132 kW (177 hp).
- What are the dimensions of the Citroën C5 Aircross?
- The Citroën C5 Aircross is 4,517 mm long, 1,861 mm wide and 1,700 mm tall.
- How much does the Citroën C5 Aircross weigh?
- The Citroën C5 Aircross has a kerb weight of about 1,839 kg.
- What are the CO2 emissions of the Citroën C5 Aircross?
- The Citroën C5 Aircross emits 34 g/km of CO2 (WLTP).
- How many seats does the Citroën C5 Aircross have?
- The Citroën C5 Aircross has 5 seats.