7.7
2023 Citroen C5 Aircross review
The updated C5 Aircross has finally landed in Australia – can an updated drivetrain and improved tech suite take the French SUV mainstream?
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James Wong
2024 Citroen C5 Aircross vs 2023 Renault Koleos Comparison
Citroen C5 Aircross
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Renault Koleos
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2024 Citroen
C5 Aircross
vs
2023 Renault
Koleos
How they stack...
CarExpert Score
CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the suv medium category, between scores of 7.2 and 8.8.
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7.7
7.8
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Based on the Citroen C5 Aircross SPORT 1.6 THP 133
Based on the Renault Koleos INTENS (4x2)
Best suitable for...
Driving the familyFuel Efficiency
53L
302 km
60L
486 to 498 km
ANCAP Safety Rating
Warranty
5 year
warranty
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5 year
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MSRP
$54,990
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CarExpert's Take
James Wong
Production Editor
James Wong drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Comfy ride, seats
- Big, practical boot
- Improved performance, tech
Misses
- Still pricier than it should be
- Tight back seat for the class
- Misses out on C5 X infotainment
Scott Collie
Head of Content
Scott Collie drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Handsome, well-equipped interior
- Quiet highway manners
- Sharp sticker price
Misses
- Ride can be firm
- Engine needs to be worked hard
- Missing adaptive cruise, lane-keep assist
Standard Features
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
| Wireless phone charger | ||
| Powered tailgate | ||
| Rear air vents | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Climate control | ||
| Reversing sensors | ||
| Reversing camera | ||
| Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
- Metallic Paint (+$690)
- Premium Paint (+$1,050)
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Colours Available
The Koleos range is available in just four colours: Millesim Red, Metallic White, Metallic Grey and Metallic Black. Unusually, the red is a no-cost option, while the monochromatic shades are an extra $800.
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Specs
| Type | ||
| TURBO DIRECT F/INJ | MULTI POINT F/INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1598 | 2488 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 1.6L | 2.5L | |
| Induction | ||
| TURBO 4 | INLINE 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 | 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 133kW | 126kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 5500 | 6000 | |
| Torque | ||
| 250Nm | 226Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 1650 | 4400 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| - | 9.6 | |
