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Citroen C5 Aircross Vs BMW X1 comparison

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Citroen C5 Aircross Price
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New Delhi
₹ 46.47 Lakh
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Citroen C5 Aircross Vs BMW X1 Comparison: Which Car is Better?

Trying to figure out which of these cars to buy? Compare the C5 Aircross Vs X1 on carandbike to make an informed buying decision as to which car to buy in 2026. This comparison has been carried out on the basis of prices, engine specifications, mileage, and features of these cars.

C5 Aircross Vs X1 – Which model is Cheapest?

The ex-showroom price of the Petrol BMW X1 in New Delhi starts at ₹ 55.5 Lakh and goes up to ₹ 75.13 Lakh for the fully-loaded Petrol model. The base Diesel version of the BMW X1 costs ₹ 56.55 Lakh. On the other hand, Citroen C5 Aircross price in New Delhi of base variant starts at ₹ 46.47 Lakh.

SummaryCitroen C5 AircrossBMW X1
Price₹ 46.47 Lakh₹ 55.5 Lakh
ManufacturerCitroenBMW
Body TypeSUVSUV
Mileage17.50 KM/L16.35 KM/L
Power175 bhp134 bhp @ 4400–6500 rpm bhp
Engine1997 CC1499 CC
Fuel TypeDieselPetrol

C5 Aircross Vs X1 – Which gives Better Mileage?

As for the claimed fuel efficiency, the BMW X1 base Petrol engine returns 16 KM/L, whereas the base diesel returns 20 KM/L. The Citroen C5 Aircross base Diesel returns 18 KM/L.

C5 Aircross Vs X1 – Which has a Better Engine Efficiency?

In the powertrain department, the BMW X1 gets 134 bhp @ 4400–6500 rpm bhp Petrol engine and 148 bhp @ 3750–4000 rpm bhp Diesel engine, whereas the Citroen C5 Aircross comes in 175 bhp Diesel engine.

Engine & Performance

Engine Type DW10FC1.5-litre, 3-cylinder Petrol Engine
Displacement (CC) 1997 CC1499 CC
No. of Cylinders 43
Power 175 bhp@3750 rpm134 bhp @ 4400–6500 rpm
Torque 400 Nm@2000 rpm230 Nm @ 1500–4000 rpm
Top Speed N/A210
Acceleration 0 to 100 Kmph N/A9.2
No. of gears 87
Drive Train FWDFWD
Turbocharger N/AN/A
Emissions Standard N/ABS6 Phase 2

Dimensions & Weight

Length 4500 mm4500 mm
Width 2099 mm1845 mm
Height 1710 mm1642 mm
Wheelbase 2730 mm2692 mm
Ground Clearance N/A203 mm
Kerb Weight 1685 KG1430 KG

Capacity

Boot Space 580 L500 L
No. of Doors 55
No. of Rows N/A2
Seating Capacity 55
Fuel tank Capacity 52.551.0

Fuel Efficiency

Mileage ARAI 17.50 KM/L16.35 KM/L
Mileage - City N/A14.00 KM/L
Mileage - Highway N/A16.35 KM/L

Suspension Brakes & Steering

Front Suspension Macpherson Strut Suspension With Double Progressive Hydraulic Cushions® - Compression And ReboundIndependent Strut-type Suspension
Rear Suspension Twist Beam Axle With Single Progressive Hydraulic Cushions® - CompressionMulti-Link Suspension
Front Brake Type DiscVentilated Disc
Rear Brake Type DiscVentilated Disc
Steering Type ElectricElectric Power Assisted Steering (EPAS)
Steering Adjustability 1Tilt & Telescopic

Tyres & Wheels

Wheel Type Alloy WheelsAlloy Wheels
Tyre Type N/ATubeless, Radial
Front Tyre Size 235 / 55 R18225/50 R18
Rear Tyre Size 235 / 55 R18225/50 R18
Spare Wheel Type N/AAlloy Wheels
Spare Wheel Size N/A225 / 55 R18

Comfort & Convenience

Air ConditionerDual Zone Electronic Automatic Temperature Control2-zone Automatic Air Conditioning
Front AC-Dual Zone Climate Control
Rear AC-Vents Behind Front Armrest
Third Row AC Zone-No
HeaterYesYes
Climate ControlYesDual Zone
Paddle ShiftYesYes
Idle Start/Stop Button-Yes
Cruise ControlYesAdaptive With Braking Function
Power Windows-Yes
Keyless EntryYesYes
Push Start Stop ButtonYesYes
Remote Engine Start-No
Hands-Free Tailgate-Yes
Steering Mounted AudioYesYes
Cooled Glovebox-No
Rain Sensing WipersYesYes
Automatic HeadlampsYesYes
Electric Tailgate-Yes
Adjustable ORVMs-Yes
Adjustable Rear Headrests--
Power Outlets 12VYesYes
Wireless Phone Charger-Yes
2 USB Central Console - 1 Front & 1 Reartick-
3 Independent Full-Size Rear Seats With Adjustable Recline Angle - Rear Three-Point Retractable Seatbelts (x3), With Pre-Tensioners And Force Limiters In The Outer Rear Seatstick-
Double-Laminated Front Windows and Acoustic Windshield Glasstick-
Driver And Front Passenger Seat: Back Pockettick-
Electrochromic Inside Rear View Mirrortick-
Front & Rear Seat Headrest (Incl. Center Seat) - Adjustable (2 - Ways) tick-
Front Driver & Passenger Side Vanity Mirror - With Flap & Lamptick-
One-Touch Electric Front And Rear Windows With Pinch Protectiontick-
Power Window Up / Down Using Remote Keytick-
Rear AC Vents (2 - Ducts Left & Right)tick-
Trunk Hookstick-
Two-Tone Horntick-

Locks & Security

Engine ImmobilizerYesYes
Central Locking-Yes
Speed Sensing Door LockYesYes
Child Safety LockYesYes

Seats & Upholstery

Driver Seat Adjustment-Electrically Adjustable With Memory Function
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment-Electrically Adjustable
Seat Upholstery-Veganza Perforated Upholstery
Rear ArmrestNoYes, With Cup Holders
Front ArmrestYesYes, With Storage
Folding Rear Seat-Yes
Split Rear Seat-40:20:40 Split
Front Seatback Pockets-Yes
Headrests-Front And Rear
Ventilated Seats-No
Seat Memory Function-Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts-Yes

Safety & Security

No. of Airbags-tick
Driver AirbagsYesYes
Passenger AirbagsYesYes
Side AirbagsYesYes
Rear Side Airbag-No
Curtain Airbag-Yes
Knee Airbags-No
ABSYesYes
Electronic Brakeforce DistributionNoYes
Electronic Stability ProgramYesYes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror-Yes
Hill Hold Control-Yes
Hill AssistYesYes
Hill Descent Control-Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)-Yes
Traction ControlYesYes
Blind Spot Monitoring-No
Lane Assist-Yes
Forward Collision Warning-Yes
Auto Emergency Braking-Yes
Driver Drowsiness Detection-Yes
Child Seat Anchor Points-Yes
Parking Sensors-Front And Rear
Speed Alert System-Yes
Parking Assistance-Rear Camera With Parking Assistant
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock-Yes
Dashcam-No
Electric ORVM Heating-Yes
Blind Spot Information System (BLIS)tick-
Coffee Break Alerttick-
Curtain Airbagstick-
Electric Child Lock - Rear Doortick-
Follow Me Home Headlampstick-
Isofix - Rear Side Seats w/Mountings On Front Passenger Seats tick-
Perimeter / Volumetric Alarmtick-
Tyre Pressure Monitoring Systemtick-

Lights

Automatic HeadlampsYesYes
Light TypeLEDAdaptive LED
Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs)-LED
Turn Indicators on ORVMYesYes
Fog Lamps-No
Ambient Lighting-Yes
Automatic High Beam Assist-Yes
Follow-Me-Home Headlamps-Yes
Cornering LightsNoYes
Cabin Lamps-Front And Rear
2 LED Rear Reading Lightstick-
Front Roof Lamp With Welcome LED Lighting And 2 LED Front Spot Lightstick-
LED Mood Lights - Cluster & Cup Holderstick-
Trunk Lighttick-

Exterior Features

Sunroof-Panoramic
Roof Rails-Yes
Shark Fin Antenna-Yes
Body-Coloured ORVMs-Yes
Chrome Accents-Yes
ORVM Adjustments-Electric
Rear Spoiler-Yes
Skid Plates-Yes
Side Steps-Yes

Instrumentation

Instrument Cluster-10.25-Inch Fully Digital
Trip Meter-Digital
Average Fuel Efficiency IndicatorYesYes
Average Speed-Yes
Clock-Digital
Low Fuel WarningYesYes
Door Ajar WarningYesYes
Adjustable Cluster Brightness-Yes
Gear Indicator-Yes
Shift Indicator-Yes
Tachometer-Digital
Seat Belt WarningYesYes

Entertainment

Infotainment System-Yes
Touchscreen Display Size-10.7 Inches
Audio System-Harman Kardon
Speakerstick12
Tweeters-No
Subwoofer-No
GPS NavigationYesYes
Voice Commands-Yes
Smartphone Connectivity-Wireless Android Auto And Apple CarPlay
Bluetooth SupportYesYes
USB SupportYesYes
AUX Compatibility-No
Wireless Display (Screen Mirroring)-Yes
Heads-Up Display (HUD)-No
RadioYesYes

Advanced Features

Connected Car Technology-Yes
Over-The-Air Updates (OTA)-Yes
Geofencing-Yes
Digital Key-Yes
AI Voice Assistance-Yes
Auto Park Assist-Yes
Autonomous Driving Level-Level 2
SOS Button-Yes

Manufacturer Warranty

Type Battery Warranty-No
Type Manufacturer Warranty-3 Years Unlimited Kilometers

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