Item: Used Citroën C5 Aircross 2019-present
Rating: 4
Author: Steve Huntingford

The <a href="https://www.whatcar.com/peugeot/5008/estate/used-review/n962">Peugeot 5008</a> is a highly regarded large SUV, because it has a great interior with versatile seating&nbsp;and a great level of standard equipment. It shares much of its mechanicals with the C5 Aircross&nbsp;so offers the same&nbsp;range of impressive&nbsp;engines.

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The C5 Aircross hasn’t long since entered the market, which means it wasn’t a part of the most recent What Car? Reliability Survey. However, <a href="https://www.whatcar.com/used-reviews/make/citroen">Citroën</a> as a brand did better than it has in previous years, ranking 11th&nbsp;out of 30.

It should be noted, though, that&nbsp;we experienced a few electrical gremlins and had some issues with broken interior trim when running an example during a <a href="https://www.whatcar.com/news/citroen-c5-aircross-long-term-test-review/n19684">long-term test</a>.

<a href="https://www.whatcar.com/news/2018-what-car-reliability-survey/n17798">To read more from our Reliability Survey in detail, check out the full results here.</a>

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Citroën is probably most famous for its quirky design, and the latest cars from the brand live up to this tradition, featuring paintwork-protecting ‘Airbumps’ and eschewing the sporty looks favoured by most rivals.

Indeed, Citroën tends to keep away from sportiness altogether and instead tries to put comfort first.

Value (but not cheapness) is also key to the appeal of most Citroëns. And the company’s range includes everything from small hatchbacks (such as the C1 and C3) to big, family-friendly seven-seaters (the Spacetourer and Grand C4 Spacetourer).

The C3 Aircross SUV is another of its popular models, while a larger C5 Aircross is planned.

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C5 AIRCROSS

The Citroën C5 Aircross is not the best to drive but it delivers comfort in spades and is a good used buy, too

Used Citroën C5 Aircross 2019-present

The C5 Aircross is actually pretty economical as far as large SUVs go. If you go for our preferred 1.2-litre petrol version, you should be able to get close to it’s official (WLTP) economy figure of 44.2mpg. The more powerful 1.6-litre petrol isn’t quite so frugal at 39.6mpg, but then it is lumbered with an automatic gearbox.

For those who do lots of motorway miles, the 1.5-litre diesel has the best economy at 55.1mpg, while the more powerful 2.0-litre diesel gets 47.1mpg. The plug-in hybrid version available in later post-2022 cars has a WLTP official figure of 222.3mpg. This will be only anywhere near attainable if you charge it up regularly and most of your journeys are short ones.&nbsp;

Road tax for all models will be the same flat rate fee applied to every car registered after 1 April 2017. The current road tax cost is £155&nbsp;a year (£145 for hybrids). To find out more about the current <a href="https://www.whatcar.com/advice/buying/car-tax-changes-in-2019-%E2%80%93-what-do-i-need-to-know/n1153">road tax costs, click here</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Servicing is required every 12 months or 10,000 miles. The first visit will cost £199, while the second will be £249; thereafter, a minor service is £179 and a major one £299 - exactly the same as it is for the closely related&nbsp;<a href="https://www.whatcar.com/peugeot/5008/estate/used-review/n962">Peugeot 5008</a>.

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The Citroën C5 Aircross is five seats only but it delivers comfort in spades and is a good used buy, too

Prices for a used Citroën C5 Aircross start at around £16,000 for a 2019 1.2-litre&nbsp;Feel. Expect to spend between £17,000 and £19,000 for a higher-spec trim from the same year or a similar trim from early 2020. Most 2021&nbsp;C5 Aircrosses are between £22,000 and £30,000 depending on trim. Spend between £26,000 and £35,000 on 2022 models, depending on trim.&nbsp;

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Unless you do plenty of miles and need the extra fuel economy of a diesel, chances are you’ll find the 1.2-litre petrol will provide plenty of performance and be pleasantly surprised with its&nbsp;respectable fuel economy.

We’d also suggest you stick with entry-level Feel trim, because&nbsp;that will get you a comprehensive list of safety technology and all the equipment you’ll need without making you spend too much.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Our favourite Citroën C5 Aircross: 1.2 Puretech 130 Feel

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<h2>What we're looking for:</h2><ul><li>Plenty of space for all passengers</li> <li>Large boot with lots of clever storage solutions</li> <li>Good fuel economy and running costs</li> <li>All-round comfort</li> <li>High-quality interior finish</li></ul>

We define a large SUV as anything longer than 4.5 metres. These cars aren’t usually particularly cheap to buy or lease, so in return we expect a roomy cabin, a lengthy list of standard equipment and excellent cruising refinement. A few models in this class are two-wheel drive, but the vast majority have four-wheel drive for at least a modicum of off-road ability.

The Mazda CX-5 is firmly road-focused, but its 2.0-litre petrol engine is a strong, refined performer, making it looks good value for less than&nbsp;£25k. If you can stretch the budget a fair bit, the Audi Q5 provides a combination of comfort, driving prowess, quality and space that's hard to beat. Unlike some rivals, it can't be had with seven seats, though.

A more affordable, yet well-equipped alternative is the Peugeot 5008. It’s more than capable of coping with family life&nbsp;– and all versions have seven seats as standard.&nbsp;

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Most used examples of the C5 Aircross will still be found at major franchised dealers and should&nbsp;therefore still look and feel like new. Even so, so all the usual checks for damaged alloy wheels, dents and scratches.

The interior feels reasonably well made, but there are some scratchy plastics that could show some signs of wear and tear, so be on the lookout for any damage.&nbsp; &nbsp;

<a href="https://www.whatcar.com/used-reviews/make/citroen">Citroën</a>&nbsp;historically&nbsp;specialised in designing cars with a comfortable ride above all else. This is perhaps why the Citroën C5 Aircross has such supple suspension:&nbsp;to tie in with that tradition. Plus, those quirky looks could only really come from a company that&nbsp;arguably&nbsp;knows more than any other carmaker about avant-garde design.&nbsp;

The C5 Aircross has pedigree DNA, too.&nbsp;Under its skin, you’ll find&nbsp;engines and mechanicals that are shared with&nbsp;the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.whatcar.com/peugeot/5008/estate/review/n17369">Peugeot 5008</a>, which is one of our favourite large SUVs, new or used.&nbsp;

Of course, an <a href="https://www.whatcar.com/category/large-suv">SUV</a> needs a decent engine, and fortunately the C5 Aircross has two&nbsp;petrol and two diesel options that are perfectly adept at hauling around a large car. The perky 128bhp 1.2-litre&nbsp;petrol is a great all-rounder, while those who demand a bit more urge can always go for the additional punch of the 178bhp 1.6-litre unit.&nbsp;Or&nbsp;if fuel economy is more of a concern, there's the torque-laden diesels. Later, post-2022 models also got the option of a 1.6-litre plug-in hybrid.&nbsp;

Unlike some five-seat large&nbsp;SUVs, such as the <a href="https://www.whatcar.com/mazda/cx-5/estate/used-review/n947">Mazda CX-5</a>, the C5 Aircross isn’t one for attacking the bends, because its soft suspension leads to unusually&nbsp;pronounced body lean for a modern pseudo-off-roader. The feather-light steering isn’t the most communicative out there, either. Grip is still strong enough for you to maintain decent progress down a twisty road, although you might get complaints of nausea from your passengers due to the amount it can sway through corners.

Speaking of passengers, there shouldn’t be any quarrels over the amount of space inside, unless you go for the Feel Plus model, which gets a panoramic glass roof. Those in front shouldn’t have any issues, but taller people in the back will have to slouch slightly to clear the lower roof lining. The rear bench is made of three separate seats that fold individually&nbsp;and can even slide fore and aft to allow passengers&nbsp;to stretch their legs&nbsp;or increase boot space. The boot in question isn’t the biggest in the class, but it is tall and square and has&nbsp;a wide opening to help loading bulky items.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

One note of disappointment is that for a car aimed at families, the glovebox is very small, because the fusebox behind it takes up&nbsp;space. There is a large centre console and decent door pocket space to make up for this, though.

Entry-level Feel trim brings a comprehensive list of standard equipment that includes 17in alloy wheels, dual-zone climate, rear parking sensors, a 12.3in digital instrument display and an 8.0in touchscreen infotainment system with <a href="https://www.whatcar.com/advice/owning/what-is-apple-carplay/n1193">Apple CarPlay</a> and <a href="https://www.whatcar.com/advice/owning/what-is-android-auto/n1194">Android Auto</a> smartphone mirroring. Mid-range Flair adds 18in alloys, sat-nav, a&nbsp;height-adjustable boot floor, cruise control, front parking sensors and a rear-view camera, while Flair Plus gets 19in alloys, a powered&nbsp;tailgate, adaptive cruise control, a panoramic glass roof and keyless entry.&nbsp;

Later, post-2022 models reduced the range to just two trims: C-Series Edition and Shine.&nbsp;

Every model&nbsp;comes with automatic emergency braking as standard, along with blindspot monitoring and lane departure warning, while the optional Safety Pack adds lane-keeping assistance and traffic sign recognition.&nbsp;&nbsp;

If you're interested in buying a <a href="https://www.whatcar.com/used-cars/citroen/c5-aircross?used=true&amp;nearlynew=true&amp;postCode=tw1%203sp">used Citroen C5 Aircross</a>, or any of the other cars mentioned here, check out our used car classifieds site <a href="https://www.whatcar.com/used-cars">here.</a>&nbsp;

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Prices for a used Citroën C5 Aircross start at around £16,000 for a 2019 1.2-litre Feel. Expect to spend between £17,000 and £19,000 for a higher-spec trim from the same year or a similar trim from early 2020. Most 2021 C5 Aircrosses are between £22,000 and £30,000 depending on trim. Spend between £26,000 and £35,000 on 2022 models, depending on trim. ,Use our free valuation tool to make sure you're getting the best deal. ,Check the value of a used Citroën C5 Aircross with What Car? Valuations,The C5 Aircross is actually pretty economical as far as large SUVs go. If you go for our preferred 1.2-litre petrol version, you should be able to get close to it’s official (WLTP) economy figure of 44.2mpg. The more powerful 1.6-litre petrol isn’t quite so frugal at 39.6mpg, but then it is lumbered with an automatic gearbox.For those who do lots of motorway miles, the 1.5-litre diesel has the best economy at 55.1mpg, while the more powerful 2.0-litre diesel gets 47.1mpg. The plug-in hybrid version available in later post-2022 cars has a WLTP official figure of 222.3mpg. This will be only anywhere near attainable if you charge it up regularly and most of your journeys are short ones. ,Road tax for all models will be the same flat rate fee applied to every car registered after 1 April 2017. The current road tax cost is £155 a year (£145 for hybrids). To find out more about the current road tax costs, click here.  ,Servicing is required every 12 months or 10,000 miles. The first visit will cost £199, while the second will be £249; thereafter, a minor service is £179 and a major one £299 - exactly the same as it is for the closely related Peugeot 5008.Page 2 of 5

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