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FIRST DRIVE: ë-C5 Aircross driven: clever Citroën or copycat SUV?

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Is the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross simply another electric SUV … or has Citroën really broke the code with something a bit various?

Nicki Shields takes the ë-C5 Aircross out for a spin to discover whether it's more than simply a stylish body on a familiar formula. She'll be digging into the convenience, variety, charging, tech, and daily practicality to see if it can stick out in a market that's currently packed with electrical crossovers.

Does the ë-C5 Aircross bring that hallmark Citroën quirkiness and comfort magic, or will it have a hard time to shine against rivals like the Kia Niro EV and Hyundai Kona Electric? And, most significantly, is it an automobile you 'd actually want to deal with every day?

Stick around to see if Citroën has constructed a winner … or just another SUV.

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Good to Be True? 0:34– Platform and Competitors: Peugeot, Vauxhall, DS, Jeep. 1:16– Rate and Grant Eligibility: Why It's More affordable than Competitors. 2:08– Outside
Walkaround: Styling, Size and Style Information. 2:39– Interior Quality: Products, Tech and Convenience Characteristics. 4:49– Cut Levels Explained.
6:36– Rear Seat Area Test. 7:45– Boot Capacity Compared: ë-C5 vs Enyaq,
Ariya and Picturesque. 8:30– Driving Impressions: Trip Comfort and Suspension. 9:53– Battery and Range Options
: 73 kWh vs 97 kWh.
10:50– Handling, Steering and Braking Feel. 12:22– Charging Speeds.
12:59– Head-Up Show and Navigation System in Action.
13:47– Efficiency, Real-World Miles per kWh.
14:29– Verdict: Truthful SUV, Big Value, Everyday Convenience.

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35 responses to “FIRST DRIVE: ë-C5 Aircross driven: clever Citroën or copycat SUV?”

  1. @WigThatFlewOffFloptok Avatar
    @WigThatFlewOffFloptok

    Looks good for my taste. Citroën doing a great work!

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    1. @BeLowBelowo Avatar
      @BeLowBelowo

      It’s an SUV, cons outweigh pros

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    2. @WigThatFlewOffFloptok Avatar
      @WigThatFlewOffFloptok

      @@BeLowBelowo okay…

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    3. @hansjhansen2217 Avatar
      @hansjhansen2217

      ⁠@@BeLowBelowoPlease specify the Cons.

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  2. @Finglebat Avatar
    @Finglebat

    Hopefully this will be the last Citroen with piano black interiors. Apart from that, this looks like a nice car, especially if they get the grant.

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    1. @davidfogg1845 Avatar
      @davidfogg1845

      I had the E C4, and it was awful for that, they need to change it

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    2. @Finglebat Avatar
      @Finglebat

      ​@@davidfogg1845 I would have purchased a Citroën EV by now if they sorted out the interior a bit.

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    3. @davidfogg1845 Avatar
      @davidfogg1845

      @@Finglebat agreed, it needs sorting out

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  3. @DonDixit Avatar
    @DonDixit

    The frequently used word (yes/bit/not) ‘SPORTY’ when reviewing a SUV is … to put it mildly … strange. Name me a D-segment family-oriented SUV that’s destined to be a trackcar. And don’t suggest X5 M’s. OT: Convincing packages, both the Cit and ‘you know what I mean’

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  4. @kevinblyth6549 Avatar
    @kevinblyth6549

    Piano black should never be near something that fingers may touch. Yes, I include pianos in that.

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    1. @Finglebat Avatar
      @Finglebat

      😂

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  5. @Digwind Avatar
    @Digwind

    It looks like a proper effort from Citroen, well done. The only negative is the NMC battery from LG (ouch, how many fire risk recalls they had?), I would prefer LFP.

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    1. @BeLowBelowo Avatar
      @BeLowBelowo

      LG in the past burned itself by rolling out batteries rated to accept up to 4.4V of full charge per cell but really an overvoltage to look like they have the most competitive product, and the GM Chevrolet Bolts and the reputation of LG and EVs in general suffered

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  6. @defoemagana2305 Avatar
    @defoemagana2305

    The underdogs are out doing the big brands!🙌🏿

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  7. @bmc8195 Avatar
    @bmc8195

    It’s a shame. As soon as Citroen pulled out of Australia, they started making cool cars again. This and the DS8 both seem great.

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  8. @worldofcars_ldn Avatar
    @worldofcars_ldn

    So one of the biggest distinguishing features of the Citroen C5 Aircross’ gone before were the 3 full seats (with isofix) in the back yet not taken forward to the E C5 Aicross?! Missed opportunity me thinks and surprised Nicky didn’t mention this considering she’s normally very family oriented!

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    1. @patriotbarrow Avatar
      @patriotbarrow

      Indeed! I also thought that the C5 Aircross’ party piece was its 3 individual rear seats. A shame they got rid of them.

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    2. @RockersBeerReview Avatar
      @RockersBeerReview

      i cant think of any electric car which has 3 proper seats – yes its annoying when you have three large teenages

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    3. @worldofcars_ldn Avatar
      @worldofcars_ldn

      @@RockersBeerReviewprobably because there aren’t any! 😮

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    4. @JuanAntonioSegoviaSorian-tw5wz Avatar
      @JuanAntonioSegoviaSorian-tw5wz

      Hi from Spain. I´ve read the new STLA platform this car is built on doesn´t allow it. Unfortunately.

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  9. @PhilipKerry Avatar
    @PhilipKerry

    At 3.4 miles per kwh that’s 329.8 Miles range real world .

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  10. @spsmith45 Avatar
    @spsmith45

    Very good value and comfort.

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  11. @WagnerGimenes Avatar
    @WagnerGimenes

    Seems like a good option for the category. Thanks.

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  12. @PaulMeier-cu3ds Avatar
    @PaulMeier-cu3ds

    If I get past the fact I do not really like Citroens, this is a good example of a Citroen which is well executed at a good price. For this size of SUV I would really want 4WD and the bigger battery looks like overkill.

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  13. @skyworks1621 Avatar
    @skyworks1621

    Not a big Stellantis fan and we have a Fiat 500 but that Citroen is a great car, design, quality look good. Much better than any VW EV

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  14. @Cybermudgeon Avatar
    @Cybermudgeon

    Reminds me when I got my 2025 Ioniq 5 Limited this summer. My wife was like: “Why would you get ventilated seats?” Of course, that was the first feature she loved in June and July.

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    1. @Finglebat Avatar
      @Finglebat

      Personally I think all cars in the UK need heated and ventilated seats as our weather is rubbish… I also think we should have heated windscreens too.

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    2. @Cybermudgeon Avatar
      @Cybermudgeon

      @@Finglebat While I’m not in the UK (I’m stuck in the dumpster fire that is the US), I agree about the weather…and it’s only going to get worse. 🙁

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  15. @appdata007 Avatar
    @appdata007

    Plz Citroen bring this type of car 🚗 to india 🇮🇳 ❤😅🎉🎉🎉🎉

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  16. @mikadavies660 Avatar
    @mikadavies660

    To be fair to Stellantis, I Leased an E-C4… Great comfortable family car that cost just £20/mth to charge! Only negative was it was a tiny bit small for our needs.
    I would definitely go for an E-C5.
    Another plus, is Stellantis cars are cheap as chips once they are 2 or 3 years old….

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  17. @ghostindamachine Avatar
    @ghostindamachine

    Citroën really delivered! I like the design, interior and exterior. And the long range seems to be on point too.

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  18. @x3merx3mer Avatar
    @x3merx3mer

    If they went for a 7seater, it would be a game changer.
    5008 is alright, but got really expensive. There is NO reasonably priced 7seater

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    1. @samuelparr6847 Avatar
      @samuelparr6847

      So it’s not electric, but the Dacia Jogger is definitely reasonably priced, albeit a budget car. I agree though, I’d like to see Citroen get back to seven seats and replace the C4 space tourer which was popular.

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  19. @JjaysYoutube Avatar
    @JjaysYoutube

    I really like this! My brother has the eC4 and it’s a really nice drive, well equipped and often hits the actual suggested range. This looks better in all areas, smart design, good range, high specs and I really like the interior too, even don’t mind the piano black in this one, it kinda of suits it. I hope people aren’t badge snobs and really give this one a try, I think they would be surprised and really like it, prefering it to more expensive models.

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  20. @antoinedoinell Avatar
    @antoinedoinell

    Well done Citroen! Love the design.

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