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Citroen C5 Aircross Vs Mercedes-Benz GLA comparison

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Citroen C5 Aircross Price
Mercedes-Benz GLA Price
Ex-Showroom Price
New Delhi
₹ 46.47 Lakh
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₹ 51.5 Lakh
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Citroen C5 Aircross Vs Mercedes-Benz GLA Comparison: Which Car is Better?

Trying to figure out which of these cars to buy? Compare the C5 Aircross Vs GLA 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 GLA – Which model is Cheapest?

The ex-showroom price of the Petrol Mercedes-Benz GLA in New Delhi starts at ₹ 51.5 Lakh. The base Diesel version of the Mercedes-Benz GLA costs ₹ 54.5 Lakh, whereas the Mercedes-Benz GLA Diesel top-end costs ₹ 56.5 Lakh. On the other hand, Citroen C5 Aircross price in New Delhi of base variant starts at ₹ 46.47 Lakh.

SummaryCitroen C5 AircrossMercedes-Benz GLA
Price₹ 46.47 Lakh₹ 51.5 Lakh
ManufacturerCitroenMercedes-Benz
Body TypeSUVSUV
Mileage17.50 KM/L13.00 KM/L
Power175 bhp163 bhp
Engine1997 CC1332 CC
Fuel TypeDieselPetrol

C5 Aircross Vs GLA – Which gives Better Mileage?

As for the claimed fuel efficiency, the Mercedes-Benz GLA base Petrol engine returns 13 KM/L, whereas the base diesel returns 17 KM/L. The Citroen C5 Aircross base Diesel returns 18 KM/L.

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

In the powertrain department, the Mercedes-Benz GLA gets 163 bhp Petrol engine and 193 bhp Diesel engine, whereas the Citroen C5 Aircross comes in 175 bhp Diesel engine.

Engine & Performance

Engine Type DW10FC1.3-litre Turbo-petrol Engine
Displacement (CC) 1997 CC1332 CC
No. of Cylinders 44
Power 175 bhp@3750 rpm163 bhp@5500 rpm
Torque 400 Nm@2000 rpm250 Nm@1620-4000 rpm
Top Speed N/AN/A
Acceleration 0 to 100 Kmph N/A8.7
No. of gears 87
Drive Train FWDAWD
Turbocharger N/AN/A
Emissions Standard N/AN/A

Dimensions & Weight

Length 4500 mm4410 mm
Width 2099 mm2020 mm
Height 1710 mm1611 mm
Wheelbase 2730 mm2699 mm
Ground Clearance N/A183 mm
Kerb Weight 1685 KG1525 KG

Capacity

Boot Space 580 L570 L
No. of Doors 55
No. of Rows N/AN/A
Seating Capacity 55
Fuel tank Capacity 52.550.0

Fuel Efficiency

Mileage ARAI 17.50 KM/L13.00 KM/L
Mileage - City N/AN/A
Mileage - Highway N/AN/A

Suspension Brakes & Steering

Front Suspension Macpherson Strut Suspension With Double Progressive Hydraulic Cushions® - Compression And ReboundOff Road Comfort Suspension
Rear Suspension Twist Beam Axle With Single Progressive Hydraulic Cushions® - CompressionOff Road Comfort Suspension
Front Brake Type DiscVentilated Disc
Rear Brake Type DiscDisc
Steering Type ElectricElectric Power Steering
Steering Adjustability 11

Tyres & Wheels

Wheel Type Alloy WheelsAlloy Wheels
Tyre Type N/ATubeless Radial
Front Tyre Size 235 / 55 R18235/50 R18
Rear Tyre Size 235 / 55 R18235/50 R18
Spare Wheel Type N/AN/A
Spare Wheel Size N/AN/A

Comfort & Convenience

Air ConditionerDual Zone Electronic Automatic Temperature ControlAutomatic Climate Control
Front AC--
Rear AC--
Third Row AC Zone--
HeaterYesYes
Climate ControlYesYes
Paddle ShiftYesYes
Idle Start/Stop Button--
Cruise ControlYesYes
Power Windows--
Keyless EntryYesYes
Push Start Stop ButtonYesYes
Remote Engine Start--
Hands-Free Tailgate--
Steering Mounted AudioYesYes
Cooled Glovebox--
Rain Sensing WipersYesNo
Automatic HeadlampsYesYes
Electric Tailgate--
Adjustable ORVMs--
Adjustable Rear Headrests--
Power Outlets 12VYesYes
Wireless Phone Charger--
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--
Speed Sensing Door LockYesYes
Child Safety LockYesYes

Seats & Upholstery

Driver Seat Adjustment--
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment--
Seat Upholstery--
Rear ArmrestNoYes
Front ArmrestYesYes
Folding Rear Seat--
Split Rear Seat--
Front Seatback Pockets--
Headrests--
Ventilated Seats--
Seat Memory Function--
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts--

Safety & Security

No. of Airbags--
Driver AirbagsYesYes
Passenger AirbagsYesYes
Side AirbagsYesYes
Rear Side Airbag--
Curtain Airbag--
Knee Airbags--
ABSYesYes
Electronic Brakeforce DistributionNoYes
Electronic Stability ProgramYesYes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror--
Hill Hold Control--
Hill AssistYesYes
Hill Descent Control--
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)--
Traction ControlYesYes
Blind Spot Monitoring--
Lane Assist--
Forward Collision Warning--
Auto Emergency Braking--
Driver Drowsiness Detection--
Child Seat Anchor Points--
Parking Sensors--
Speed Alert System--
Parking Assistance--
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock--
Dashcam--
Electric ORVM Heating--
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 TypeLEDLED
Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs)--
Turn Indicators on ORVMYesYes
Fog Lamps--
Ambient Lighting--
Automatic High Beam Assist--
Follow-Me-Home Headlamps--
Cornering LightsNoNo
Cabin Lamps--
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--
Roof Rails--
Shark Fin Antenna--
Body-Coloured ORVMs--
Chrome Accents--
ORVM Adjustments--
Rear Spoiler--
Skid Plates--
Side Steps--

Instrumentation

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

Entertainment

Infotainment System--
Touchscreen Display Size--
Audio System--
SpeakerstickYes
Tweeters--
Subwoofer--
GPS NavigationYesNo
Voice Commands--
Smartphone Connectivity--
Bluetooth SupportYesYes
USB SupportYesYes
AUX Compatibility--
Wireless Display (Screen Mirroring)--
Heads-Up Display (HUD)--
RadioYesYes

Advanced Features

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

Manufacturer Warranty

Type Battery Warranty--
Type Manufacturer Warranty--

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