With the launch of the new C5 Aircross, in less than two years Citroën has completed the renewal of its line-up. Citroën is taking on a new dimension in the C-SUV market, this spectacular new model fulfils all the promises of the C5 Aircross Concept unveiled in autumn 2024 at the Paris Motor Show.
This second-generation C5 Aircross is a step forward in every respect, providing an intelligent and comprehensive response to the expectations of customers in this segment. Its design is powerful and muscular, yet slender and full of aerodynamic tricks. Its comfort sets a new benchmark among C-SUVs, with the comfort-class feel of a cabin that offers immense space in row 2 and a generous boot volume that remains identical whatever the powertrain.
On board, it delivers the impression of travelling in a high-tech cocoon, incorporating a suspension with progressive hydraulic cushions, innovative Advanced Comfort seats, dashboard design featuring a large, easy-to-use Waterfall touchscreen, and more. New C5 Aircross offers a choice of several electrified powertrains to suit different needs, more than 100 km in electric mode in the plug-in hybrid version for everyday journeys in town, up to 680 km (WLTP) in the electric version, and more than 950 km in the hybrid version (WLTP).
This platform offers great flexibility both in terms of dimensions – in this case with a longer wheelbase to enhance passenger space – and powertrains, making it ideal for both hybrid and all-electric vehicles. The STLA-Medium platform offers customers a host of driving aids and latest-generation connectivity and infotainment interfaces, making driving even more fun and stress-free.
Citroën’s designers have conceived every part, element and component of the new C5 Aircross with a view to optimising both design and efficiency. The new C5 Aircross breaks with its previous curvy profile to adopt the tauter, sharper lines of Citroën’s new design language. The silhouette is based on wider tracks with pronounced shoulders, giving it a confident stance on the road.
The new Citroën logo is proudly displayed at its centre. Citroën’s new 3-point light signature is interpreted here with particularly slender horizontal light strips while Citroën Matrix LED headlamps are linked by a chic, discreet gloss black strip. On the electric version, the front section is completely enclosed to optimise aerodynamic drag and contribute to greater fuel efficiency.
From the side, the roofline slopes slightly after row 2, optimising aerodynamics while preserving the volume of the passenger compartment in a clear statement of the new C5 Aircross’s family vocation. Thanks to the STLA Medium platform, the height of the C5 Aircross is kept to 1.66 m, which helps to improve air penetration, while also improving interior space and preserving 200 mm of ground clearance. Finally, air deflectors and inlets have been integrated into various parts of the vehicle to further optimise its aerodynamic performance.
A spectacular, streamlined rear end, the rear of the C5 Aircross features a sophisticated horizontal gloss black fascia. It incorporates a vertical tailgate, designed to increase boot space. A promise kept and originally unveiled on the C5 Aircross Concept is the Citroën Light Wings, at the rear of the vehicle.
The characteristic 3-point light signature is particularly spectacular here, with the two exterior light points detached from the moulding that seem to float like fins on each side of the vehicle. The purpose of this innovation is both aesthetic and aerodynamic. The new C5 Aircross has been fitted with colour clips, the design signature of the latest-generation Citroën models. These customising elements are interchangeable and customises the vehicles graphic signature.
With the new C5 Aircross, Citroën offers the most comfortable electrified C-segment family SUV on the market. The interior of the C5 Aircross has been designed using the precepts of Citroën’s C-Zen Lounge architecture, which aims to offer a lounge atmosphere in a space of well-being for both passengers and the driver. Citroën’s ‘Sofa Design’ is a long and airy horizontal dashboard, designed like a piece of living room furniture. The lower part of the dashboard is covered in a high-quality foam fabric that extends to the door panels and seats, creating a unified and comfortable atmosphere. The new Citroën Advanced Comfort® seats are a key element of well-being on board the C5 Aircross.
The result of Citroën’s research and the experience gained on other Citroën models, the Citroën Advanced Comfort® seats achieve an unparalleled level of comfort on the new C5 Aircross. The upper part of the backrest wraps around passengers’ shoulders like a shawl, then descends along their backs to form side bolsters which, for the first time, are electrically adjustable, enabling them to be adjusted perfectly to each individual preference for optimum support and comfort. Rear passengers also benefit from all the qualities of Citroën Advanced Comfort®, including a bench seat and backrests fitted with high-quality foam.
Another key to the exceptional comfort of the new C5 Aircross is the Progressive Hydraulic Cushions® suspension, which absorbs imperfections in the road, giving the car a “magic carpet” feel. They ensure optimum contact between the wheels and the road surface and define a perfect level of comfort for passengers while making the vehicle fun to drive. Unlike the mechanical stop in a conventional shock absorber – which absorbs energy and reduces comfort by releasing some of it in the form of shock – the progressive hydraulic stop absorbs and dissipates this energy.
Thanks to its generous wheelbase of 2.78m, the new C5 Aircross offers interior space that sets a benchmark in the segment and marks a clear improvement on its predecessor. This is particular in the rear seats, with knee room 51 mm longer and the 68 mm headroom increase in row 2 compared to the previous generation. The backrests can be reclined between 21° and 33°, adding to the sensation of travelling in comfort class. The new C5 Aircross offers one of the best boot volumes in its segment of 651 litres, identical whatever the powertrain. The fact that there is no loss of boot space in the Plug-In Hybrid or Electric versions puts them at the top of the range compared with the competition.
The new Citroën C5 Aircross features the largest central HD touchscreen ever offered by Citroën. With its vertical design, it floats in front of the dashboard, then cascades down in a single movement to connect seamlessly with the centre console. The large customisable area displays 3D navigation, controls the infotainment system, and allows widgets to be programmed for direct access to certain functions and positioned as desired on the screen, in a choice of sizes. This area offers several pages, allowing you to multiply the content and display up to 16 widgets per page, easily accessible by scrolling them across the screen with the tip of your finger.
All new C5 Aircross models feature a 10″ digital instrument cluster, which is ideally positioned and customisable at will. Depending on the trim, this is complemented by the extended Head-Up Display, a large-scale colour display projected on the windscreen. The range of technology on board the new C5 Aircross is complete with latest-generation Citroën driving and parking assistance systems.
The vehicle offers exceptional driving safety with features such as semi-automatic lane changing, Rear Traffic Alert, Extended blind spot detection and a driver surveillance camera – one camera constantly monitors the driver’s eyes and another the car’s trajectory, particularly if it deviates from its lane. When a risk is detected, a sound and light signal is triggered.
The diverse range of engines on the new C5 Aircross illustrates Citroën’s multi-fuel strategy, which corresponds to the varied needs and uses of Irish customers, leaving them free to make their own choices and supporting them at their own pace in their transition to electrification.
The new ë-C5 Aircross is available with two 100% electric powertrains, a 210 bhp motor combined with a 73 kWh battery offering a range of 520 km WLTP and a 230 bhp motor paired with a 97 kWh battery offering 680 km WLTP. The driver can choose between three driving modes – Normal, Eco and Sport which can be chosen based on the drivers needs. A three-stage regenerative braking system optimises the use of the car’s kinetic energy to recharge the battery. Using the paddles behind the steering wheel, the driver can select one of three levels of deceleration force.
New Citroën ë-C5 Aircross offers segment-leading charging performance. It is fitted as standard with an 11 kW three-phase charger, and from 2026 will be able to receive an optional 22 kW three-phase bi-directional charger for ultra-fast charging. From a 160 kW fast charger, ë-C5 Aircross can charge in just 27 minutes.
Hybrid 48V technology combines great ease of use – no need to plug-in, generous range of more than 950km combined WLTP, with the ability to significantly reduce CO2 emissions and fuel consumption and thus running costs. In town, the new C5 Aircross Hybrid 145 can be driven up to 50% of the time in electric mode.
For those who wish to take advantage of Plug-In Hybrid technology, the new C5 Aircross is taken to the next level, offering 33% more range than the previous C5 Aircross with over 100 km available in town. Its large 55-litre fuel tank, an increase of 28% – New C5 Aircross delivers a total range of 650 km with motorway driving.
New C5 Aircross and ë-C5 Aircross will arrive in Q4 2025 in time for the 261-registration period.
