Citroen C5 Aircross vs Mazda CX-5 Comparison

Citroen C5 Aircross

Mazda CX-5

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How they stack

2024 Citroen

C5 Aircross

2024 Mazda

CX-5

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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

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Based on the Citroen C5 Aircross SPORT 1.6 THP 133

Based on the Mazda CX-5 G35 AKERA TURBO (AWD)

Best suitable for...

Driving the family

Long distance driving

Fuel Efficiency

53L

419 km

56L - 58L

386 to 476 km

ANCAP Safety Rating

Warranty

5 year
warranty

MSRP

$42,990 - $52,300

$36,590 - $55,000

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CarExpert's Take

James Wong

Marketplace 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

James Wong

Marketplace Editor

James Wong drove this car and these were their findings:

Hits

Smart looks, plush cabin
Torquey turbo petrol
Keen driving dynamics

Misses

G35 Turbo is too thirsty
On the smaller side of the class
Feeling a little dated in 2024

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 (+$795)

Colours Available

The 2024 Mazda CX-5 is available in the following exterior paint colours:

Soul Red Crystal metallic
Eternal Blue mica
Deep Crystal Blue mica
Jet Black mica
Rhodium White metallic
Sonic Silver metallic
Zircon Sand metallic
Machine Grey metallic
Polymetal Grey metallic
Platinum Quartz metallic

Metallic finishes cost an extra $795.

Reviews

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?

James Wong

7.7

2025 Mazda CX-5 review

The CX-5 remains an old faithful for Aussie buyers, and the G35 Akera is a punchy and luxurious flagship – if a little dated and thirsty now.

James Wong

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Specs

Type
TURBO DIRECT F/INJ		DIRECT FUEL INJ, TURBO DIRECT F/INJ
Size (cc)
1598		1997 - 2488
Size (L)
1.6L		2.5L, 2.0L
Induction
TURBO 4		INLINE 4, TURBO 4
Camshaft
VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM		VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM
Valves/Ports per Cylinder
-		16
Power
121kW		115kW - 170kW
Power RPM
6000		5000 - 6000
Torque
240Nm		200Nm - 420Nm
Torque RPM
1400		2000 - 4000
Bore Stroke
-		-
Compression Ratio
-		10.5 - 13

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Citroen C5 Aircross vs Mazda CX-5 Comparison