Citroen C5 Aircross vs Jeep Meridian

Should you buy Citroen C5 Aircross or Jeep Meridian? Find out which car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, Colours and other specs. Citroen C5 Aircross price starts at Rs 37.32 Lakh ex-showroom for Shine Dual Tone (Diesel) and Jeep Meridian price starts Rs 23.33 Lakh ex-showroom for Longitude 4x2 (Diesel). C5 Aircross has 1997 cc (Diesel top model) engine, while Meridian has 1956 cc (Diesel top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the C5 Aircross has a mileage of 17.5 kmpl (Diesel top model) and the Meridian has a mileage of 14.1 kmpl (Diesel top model).

C5 Aircross Vs Meridian

Key Highlights	Citroen C5 Aircross	Jeep Meridian
On Road Price	Rs.44,09,427^*	Rs.44,27,735^*
Fuel Type	Diesel	Diesel
Engine(cc)	1997	1956
Transmission	Automatic	Automatic

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Citroen C5 Aircross
Rs37.32 Lakh^*
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Jeep Meridian
Rs37.48 Lakh^*
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Citroen C5 Aircross
Shine Dual Tone
37.32 Lakh^*
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Jeep Meridian
Overland 4x4 AT
37.48 Lakh^*
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Basic Information	Shine Dual Tone	Overland 4x4 AT
On-Road Price in New Delhi	Rs.44,09,427^*	Rs.44,27,735^*
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.83,927/month Get EMI Offers	Rs.85,518/month Get EMI Offers
Insurance	Rs.1,73,153	Rs.1,73,755
User Rating	4.2 Based on 86 Reviews	4.3 Based on 166 Reviews
Brochure	Download Brochure	Download Brochure

Basic Information

Shine Dual Tone

Overland 4x4 AT

On-Road Price in New Delhi

Rs.44,09,427^*

Rs.44,27,735^*

Finance Available (EMI)

Rs.83,927/month

Get EMI Offers

Rs.85,518/month

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Insurance

Rs.1,73,153

Rs.1,73,755

User Rating

4.2

Based on 86 Reviews

4.3

Based on 166 Reviews

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Engine & Transmission
Engine Type	DW10 FC	2.0L Multijet
Displacement (cc)	1997	1956
No. of Cylinders	44 Cylinder Cars	44 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	174.33bhp@3750rpm	168bhp@3750rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	400Nm@2000rpm	350Nm@1750-2500rpm
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Turbo Charger	-	Yes
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Gearbox	8-Speed	9-Speed AT
Drive Type	FWD	4WD
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Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

DW10 FC

2.0L Multijet

Displacement (cc)

1997

1956

No. of Cylinders

44 Cylinder Cars

Max Power (bhp@rpm)

174.33bhp@3750rpm

168bhp@3750rpm

Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type	Diesel	Diesel
Mileage Highway (kmpl)	-	10
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)	17.5	-
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	52.5	60
Emission Norm Compliance	BS VI 2.0	BS VI 2.0
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Fuel & Performance

Fuel Type

Diesel

Mileage Highway (kmpl)

Mileage ARAI (kmpl)

17.5

Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)

52.5

Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension	MacPherson suspension	Multi-link suspension
Rear Suspension	Rear twist beam	Leaf spring suspension
Steering Type	-	Electric
Steering Column	Tilt & Telescopic	-
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Tyre Size	235/55 R18	-
Tyre Type	Tubeless,Radial	Radial Tubeless
Wheel Size (Inch)	-	No
Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)	18	18
Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)	18	18
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension

MacPherson suspension

Multi-link suspension

Rear Suspension

Rear twist beam

Leaf spring suspension

Steering Type

Electric

Steering Column

Tilt & Telescopic

Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)	4500	4769
Width (mm)	1969	1859
Height (mm)	1710	1698
Wheel Base (mm)	2730	2782
Kerb Weight (kg)	1685	-
Grossweight (kg)	2060	-
Seating Capacity	5	7
Boot Space (Litres)	580	-
No. of Doors	5	5
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Comfort & Convenience
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	2 Zone	2 Zone
Air Quality Control	Yes	-
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Trunk Light	Yes	Yes
Vanity Mirror	Yes	Yes
Rear Reading Lamp	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Headrest	-	Adjustable
Adjustable Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest	-	Yes
Rear AC Vents	Yes	Yes
Lumbar Support	Yes	Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Parking Sensors	Front & Rear	Rear
Real-Time Vehicle Tracking	-	Yes
Foldable Rear Seat	-	60:40 Split
Engine Start Stop Button	Yes	Yes
Bottle Holder	Front & Rear Door	Front & Rear Door
Voice Commands	-	Yes
USB Charger	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Central Console Armrest	Yes	With Storage
Tailgate Ajar Warning	-	Yes
Hands-Free Tailgate	Yes	-
Gear Shift Indicator	-	Yes
Luggage Hook And Net	Yes	Yes
Additional Features	Gear Shift Positions Indicator	-
Memory Function Seats	-	Front
One Touch Operating Power Window	All	Driver's Window
Drive Modes	2	-
Glove Box Light	Yes	-
Drive Mode Types	Eco & Sport	-
Power Windows	-	Front & Rear
Cup Holders	-	Front & Rear
Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
KeyLess Entry	Yes	Yes
Ventilated Seats	-	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	Front	Front
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps	Yes	Yes
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Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering

Automatic Climate Control

2 Zone

Air Quality Control

Accessory Power Outlet

Interior
Tachometer	Yes	Yes
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Glove Box	Yes	Yes
Digital Cluster	Yes	Yes
Digital Cluster Size (Inch)	12.29	10.2
Upholstery	Leatherette	Leather
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Interior

Tachometer

Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel

Glove Box

Exterior
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Rear Right Side
Headlight
Taillight
Front Left Side
Available Colours	Pearl White With Black RoofEclipse Blue With Black RoofPearl WhiteCumulus Grey With Black RoofCumulus GrayPearl Nera BlackEclipse Blue+2 MoreC5 Aircross Colours	Galaxy BluePearl WhiteBrilliant BlackMinimal GreyTechno Metallic GreenVelvet RedSilvery MoonMagnesio Grey+3 MoreMeridian Colours
Body Type	SUVAll SUV Cars	SUVAll SUV Cars
Adjustable Headlamps	-	Yes
Rain Sensing Wiper	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Wiper	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Washer	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	Yes
Wheel Covers	-	No
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Rear Spoiler	Yes	Yes
Sun Roof	Yes	Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators	Yes	Yes
Integrated Antenna	-	Yes
Projector Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Cornering Foglamps	-	Yes
Roof Rails	Yes	Yes
LED DRLs	Yes	Yes
LED Headlamps	Yes	Yes
LED Taillights	Yes	Yes
LED Fog Lamps	Yes	Yes
Fog Lights	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Antenna	-	Shark Fin
Sunroof	Panoramic	Dual Pane
Boot Opening	Electronic	Powered
Heated Outside Rear View Mirror	Yes	-
Puddle Lamps	Yes	-
Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)	-	Powered & Folding
Tyre Size	235/55 R18	-
Tyre Type	Tubeless,Radial	Radial Tubeless
Wheel Size (Inch)	-	No
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Exterior

Photo Comparison

Rear Right Side

Headlight

Taillight

Front Left Side

Available Colours

Pearl White With Black RoofEclipse Blue With Black RoofPearl WhiteCumulus Grey With Black RoofCumulus Gray+2 MoreC5 Aircross Colours

Galaxy BluePearl WhiteBrilliant BlackMinimal GreyTechno Metallic Green+3 MoreMeridian Colours

Body Type

SUVAll SUV Cars

Adjustable Headlamps

Safety
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)	Yes	Yes
Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Alarm	Yes	Yes
No. of Airbags	6	6
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag Rear	-	No
Day Night Rear View Mirror	-	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	-	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	-	Yes
Traction Control	Yes	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	With Guidedlines	With Guidedlines
Anti Theft Device	Yes	-
Anti Pinch Power Windows	All Windows	-
Speed Alert	-	Yes
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock	-	Yes
Isofix Child Seat Mounts	Yes	Yes
Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts	Driver and Passenger	Driver and Passenger
Sos Emergency Assistance	-	Yes
Blind Spot Monitor	Yes	Yes
Geo Fence Alert	-	Yes
Hill Descent Control	Yes	Yes
Hill Assist	Yes	Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock	-	Yes
360 View Camera	-	Yes
Curtain Airbag	Yes	Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)	Yes	Yes
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Safety

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)

Central Locking

Child Safety Locks

Anti Theft Alarm

ADAS
Forward Collision Warning	-	Yes
Traffic Sign Recognition	-	Yes
Lane Departure Warning	-	Yes
Lane Keep Assist	-	Yes
Driver Attention Warning	-	Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control	-	Yes
Adaptive High Beam Assist	-	Yes
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ADAS

Forward Collision Warning

Traffic Sign Recognition

Lane Departure Warning

Lane Keep Assist

Advance Internet
Unauthorised Vehicle Entry	-	Yes
Navigation With Live Traffic	-	Yes
Send POI to Vehicle From App	-	Yes
Google / Alexa Connectivity	-	Yes
SOS Button	-	Yes
RSA	-	Yes
Smartwatch App	-	Yes
Valet Mode	-	Yes
Remote AC On/Off	-	Yes
Remote Door Lock/Unlock	-	Yes
Remote Vehicle Ignition Start/Stop	-	Yes
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Advance Internet

Unauthorised Vehicle Entry

Navigation With Live Traffic

Send POI to Vehicle From App

Google / Alexa Connectivity

Entertainment & Communication
Radio	Yes	Yes
Wireless Phone Charging	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen Size	10	10.1
Connectivity	Android Auto, Apple CarPlay	Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto	Yes	Yes
Apple Car Play	Yes	Yes
No. of Speakers	6	9
Additional Features	Mirror Screen (Apple Carplay™ And Android Auto) - Smartphone Connectivity	Android Auto & Apple Car Play
Usb Ports	Yes	Yes
Speakers	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
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Pros & Cons

Pros
Cons

Citroen C5 Aircross
- Quirky styling: Has a stand out design that grabs attention
- Premium inside and out: The design and cabin materials makes it feel upmarket
- Keeps you comfortable: Most plush ride quality in its segment
- Good drivability: Smooth gearbox and powerful diesel engine makes drives enjoyable
- Good features: Gets a 10-inch touchscreen and wireless phone charging
Jeep Meridian
- Looks Premium: The modern yet rugged design of the SUV catches attention instantly
- Fantastic ride comfort: Keeps you comfortable by offering a plush ride on almost all terrains
- Easy and effortless: The 2-litre diesel unit has great performance for both city and highway usage
- Premium features: 10.1-inch touchscreen, a 360-degree camera, 9-speaker Alpine sound system, front seat ventilation, and a panoramic sunroof

Citroen C5 Aircross
- Limited powertrains: No petrol engine or 4x4 option
- Feels expensive: It’s a costly affair considering the package you get
- Misses segment must-haves: Does not get ventilated front seats and a 360-degree camera
Jeep Meridian
- Narrow cabin width: Creates less space for three adults in the second row
- Noisy diesel engine: Needs better refinement and better NVH for a more pleasant drive
- Limited third row space: Only gets enough space for children, not adults

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