Citroën C5 Aircross 1.6 Plug-in Hybrid Shine 5dr e-EAT8 Review
Category: Large SUV
Section: Version review
The model
Read full reviewThe C5 Aircross is a great-value large SUV that majors on comfort and refinement, but also offers flexible and frugal engines, versatile seating, a big boot and a decent amount of kit. Don't buy it if you want a plush interior, agile handling or seven seats, though, because its bigger sibling, the Peugeot 5008, and the Kia Sorento do those things rather better.
The trim
See full equipmentIf you want the plug-in hybrid engine, Shine is your entry point. It comes with everything Sense Plus has but adds electronically heated, adjusted and folding wing mirrors, a dark chrome style pack and an upgraded driver’s seat with electronic adjustment. On top of that, it allows you to add options including a bi-tone roof and the powered tailgate.
The engine
See full engine specsCombining a 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine with a battery and an electric motor, the plug-in hybrid (PHEV) engine is the most potent engine in the range. In total, you have 222bhp to play with and an instant response to your accelerator inputs, thanks to the electric motor. Better still, the PHEV will travel on electricity alone for up to 38 miles, lowering emissions and the amount of times you need to visit the pumps.
