Citroen C5 Aircross vs Mahindra XUV700
Should you buy Citroen C5 Aircross or Mahindra XUV700? 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 39.99 Lakh ex-showroom for Shine Dual Tone (Diesel) and Mahindra XUV700 price starts Rs 14.49 Lakh ex-showroom for MX 7Str (Petrol). C5 Aircross has 1997 cc (Diesel top model) engine, while XUV700 has 2198 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 XUV700 has a mileage of 17 kmpl (Diesel top model).
C5 Aircross Vs XUV700
| Key Highlights | Citroen C5 Aircross | Mahindra XUV700 |
|---|---|---|
| On Road Price | Rs.47,22,299* | Rs.30,49,969* |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Engine(cc) | 1997 | 2198 |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
Citroen C5 Aircross vs Mahindra XUV700 comparison
- Citroen C5 Aircross
- Top SellingShine (Diesel) 39.99 Lakh*
- Shine Dual Tone (Diesel) 39.99 Lakh*
Rs39.99 Lakh *VS - Mahindra XUV700
- MX 7Str Diesel (Diesel) 14.99 Lakh*
- MX E 7Str Diesel (Diesel) 15.49 Lakh*
- AX5 7 Str Diesel (Diesel) 19.04 Lakh*
- AX5 S 7 Str Diesel (Diesel) 17.74 Lakh*
- AX5 S E 7Str Diesel (Diesel) 18.24 Lakh*
- AX5 7 Str Diesel AT (Diesel) 20.64 Lakh*
- AX5 S 7 Str Diesel AT (Diesel) 19.24 Lakh*
- AX7 6 Str Diesel (Diesel) 20.19 Lakh*
- AX7 7Str Diesel (Diesel) 19.99 Lakh*
- AX7 Ebony Edition 7Str Diesel (Diesel) 20.14 Lakh*
- AX7 6 Str Diesel AT (Diesel) 22.34 Lakh*
- AX7 7Str Diesel AT (Diesel) 22.14 Lakh*
- AX7 Ebony Edition 7Str Diesel AT (Diesel) 21.79 Lakh*
- AX7L 6Str Diesel (Diesel) 23.24 Lakh*
- AX7L 7Str Diesel (Diesel) 22.99 Lakh*
- AX7L Ebony Edition 7Str Diesel (Diesel) 22.39 Lakh*
- AX7 7Str Diesel AT AWD (Diesel) 23.34 Lakh*
- AX7L 6Str Diesel AT (Diesel) 24.94 Lakh*
- AX7L 7Str Diesel AT (Diesel) 24.74 Lakh*
- AX7L Ebony Edition 7Str Diesel AT (Diesel) 24.14 Lakh*
- AX7L 7Str Diesel AT AWD (Diesel) 25.74 Lakh*
- MX 7Str (Petrol) 14.49 Lakh*
- MX E 7Str (Petrol) 14.99 Lakh*
- AX5 7 Str (Petrol) 18.84 Lakh*
- AX5 E 7 Str (Petrol) 18.69 Lakh*
- AX5 S 7 Str (Petrol) 16.89 Lakh*
- AX5 S E 7Str (Petrol) 17.39 Lakh*
- AX5 7 Str AT (Petrol) 19.94 Lakh*
- AX5 S 7 Str AT (Petrol) 18.64 Lakh*
- AX7 6 Str (Petrol) 19.69 Lakh*
- AX7 7Str (Petrol) 19.49 Lakh*
- AX7 Ebony Edition 7Str (Petrol) 19.64 Lakh*
- AX7 6Str AT (Petrol) 21.64 Lakh*
- AX7 7Str AT (Petrol) 21.44 Lakh*
- AX7 Ebony Edition 7Str AT (Petrol) 21.14 Lakh*
- AX7L 6Str AT (Petrol) 24.14 Lakh*
- AX7L 7Str AT (Petrol) 23.19 Lakh*
- AX7L Ebony Edition 7Str AT (Petrol) 23.34 Lakh*
Rs25.74 Lakh *
Basic Information
| On-Road Price in New Delhi | Rs.47,22,299* | Rs.30,49,969* |
| Finance Available (EMI) | Rs.89,889/month Get EMI Offers | Rs.58,053/month Get EMI Offers |
| Insurance | Rs.1,83,434 | Rs.1,28,482 |
| User Rating | Based on 86 Reviews | Based on 1071 Reviews |
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Engine & Transmission
| Engine Type Engine type in car refers to the type of engine that powers the vehicle. There are many different types of car engines, but the most common are petrol (gasoline) and diesel engines ✕ | DW10 FC | mHAWK |
| Displacement (cc) The displacement of an engine is the total volume of all of the cylinders in the engine. Measured in cubic centimetres (cc) ✕ | 1997 | 2198 |
| No. of Cylinders ICE engines have one or more cylinders. More cylinders typically mean more smoothness and more power, but it also means more moving parts and less fuel efficiency. ✕ | 44 Cylinder Cars | 44 Cylinder Cars |
| Max Power (bhp@rpm) Power dictates the performance of an engine. It's measured in horsepower (bhp) or metric horsepower (PS). More is better. ✕ | 174.33bhp@3750rpm | 182bhp@3500rpm |
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Fuel & Performance
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Mileage ARAI (kmpl) | 17.5 | 16.57 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres) | 52.5 | 60 |
| Emission Norm Compliance Indicates the level of pollutants the car's engine emits, showing compliance with environmental regulations. ✕ | BS VI 2.0 | BS VI 2.0 |
Suspension, Steering & Brakes
| Front Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the front wheels to the car body. Reduces jerks over bad surfaces and affects handling. ✕ | MacPherson suspension | MacPherson Strut suspension |
| Rear Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the rear wheels to the car body. It impacts ride quality and stability. ✕ | Rear twist beam | Multi-link, Solid Axle |
| Steering Column The shaft that connects the steering wheel to the rest of the steering system to help maneouvre the car. ✕ | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Front Brake Type Specifies the type of braking system used on the front wheels of the car, like disc or drum brakes. The type of brakes determines the stopping power. ✕ | Disc | Ventilated Disc |
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Dimensions & Capacity
| Length (mm) The distance from a car's front tip to the farthest point in the back. ✕ | 4500 | 4695 |
| Width (mm) The width of a car is the horizontal distance between the two outermost points of the car, typically measured at the widest point of the car, such as the wheel wells or the rearview mirrors ✕ | 1969 | 1890 |
| Height (mm) The height of a car is the vertical distance between the ground and the highest point of the car. It can decide how much space a car has along with it's body type and is also critical in determining it's ability to fit in smaller garages or parking spaces ✕ | 1710 | 1755 |
| Wheel Base (mm) Distance between the centre of the front and rear wheels. Affects the car’s stability & handling . ✕ | 2730 | 2750 |
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Comfort & Convenience
| Power Steering Mechanism that reduces the effort needed to operate the steering wheel. Offered in various types, including hydraulic and electric. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Climate Control Automatically adjusts the car’s cabin temperature. Removes the need to manually adjust car AC temperature every now and then & offers a set it and forget it convenience. ✕ | 2 Zone | 2 Zone |
| Air Quality Control Air filters, also known as air purifiers, purify the air of the cabin by absorbing any harmful or contaminated particles. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Accessory Power Outlet 12V power socket to power your appliances, like phones or tyre inflators. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
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Interior
| Tachometer A tachometer shows how fast the engine is running, measured in revolutions per minute (RPM). In a manual car, it helps the driver know when to shift gears. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel | Yes | Yes |
| Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector | - | Yes |
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Exterior
| Rear Right Side | ||
| Headlight | ||
| Front Left Side | ||
| Available Colours | Pearl White With Black Roof Eclipse Blue With Black Roof Pearl White Cumulus Grey With Black Roof Cumulus Gray +2 MoreC5 Aircross Colours | Everest White Electic Blue Dt Dazzling Silver Dt Midnight Black Red Rage Dt +9 MoreXUV700 Colours |
| Body Type | SUVAll SUV Cars | SUVAll SUV Cars |
| Adjustable Headlamps | - | Yes |
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Safety
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) A safety system that prevents a car's wheels from locking up during hard braking to maintain steering control. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking A system that locks or unlocks all of the car's doors simultaneously with the press of a button. A must-have feature in modern cars. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Child Safety Locks Safety locks located on the car's rear doors that, when engaged, allows the doors to be opened only from the outside. The idea is to stop the door from opening unintentionally. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Anti Theft Alarm An alarm system that sounds when anyone tries to access the car forcibly or break into it. ✕ | Yes | - |
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ADAS
| Forward Collision Warning | - | Yes |
| Automatic Emergency Braking | - | Yes |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | - | Yes |
| Lane Departure Warning | - | Yes |
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Advance Internet
| Live Location | - | Yes |
| Navigation With Live Traffic | - | Yes |
| E-Call & I-Call | - | Yes |
| Google / Alexa Connectivity | - | Yes |
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Entertainment & Communication
| Radio AM/FM radio tuner for listening to broadcasts and music. Mainly used for listening to music and news when inside the car.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Integrated 2DIN Audio | - | No |
| Wireless Phone Charging Charges phones wirelessly via a charging pad. Useful feature for users with a smartphone that supports wireless charging.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Connectivity Allows wireless connection of devices to the car’s stereo for calls or music.✕ | Yes | Yes |
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Pros & Cons
- Pros
- Cons
Citroen C5 Aircross
- Quirky styling makes it stand out
- Feels and looks premium inside and out
- Most comfortable SUV of the lot
- Smooth gearbox and powerful diesel engine
- Gets updated features including a 10-inch touchscreen and wireless phone charging
Mahindra XUV700
- Lot of variants and powertrain options
- Very capable engine options
- AWD with diesel engine
- Ride quality is very comfortable
- Impressive infotainment experience
- Long safety list, with 7 airbags
- ADAS has been tuned for Indian road conditions
Citroen C5 Aircross
- No petrol engine or 4x4 option
- It’s a costly affair
- Misses segment must-haves like ventilated front seats and a 360-degree camera
Mahindra XUV700
- Not a fun to drive SUV
- Petrol engine gives effortless power, but not exciting
- Some quality issue in the cabin
- Strange missing features like auto-dimming IRVM
- Boot space behind 3rd row
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Questions & answers
Q ) Which car is cheaper between Citroen C5 Aircross and Mahindra XUV700?
A ) Citroen C5 Aircross price starts at ₹39.99 Lakh & Mahindra XUV700 price starts at ₹14.49 Lakh in New Delhi. Mahindra XUV700 is cheaper between these two cars.
Q ) Which car has good mileage Citroen C5 Aircross and Mahindra XUV700?
A ) The mileage of C5 Aircross is 17.5 kmpl & the mileage of XUV700 is 16.57 kmpl. Citroen C5 Aircross gives better mileage than Mahindra XUV700.
*Ex-showroom price in New Delhi