Citroen C5 Aircross vs Maruti Swift

Should you buy Citroen C5 Aircross or Maruti Swift? 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 Maruti Swift price starts Rs 6.49 Lakh ex-showroom for LXi (Petrol). C5 Aircross has 1997 cc (Diesel top model) engine, while Swift has 1197 cc (CNG top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the C5 Aircross has a mileage of 17.5 kmpl (Diesel top model) and the Swift has a mileage of 32.85 km/kg (Petrol top model).

C5 Aircross Vs Swift

Key Highlights	Citroen C5 Aircross	Maruti Swift
On Road Price	Rs.47,26,299^*	Rs.10,86,578^*
Fuel Type	Diesel	Petrol
Engine(cc)	1997	1197
Transmission	Automatic	Automatic

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Citroen C5 Aircross
Rs39.99 Lakh^*
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Maruti Swift
Rs9.64 Lakh^*
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Citroen C5 Aircross
Shine Dual Tone
39.99 Lakh^*
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Maruti Swift
ZXi Plus AMT DT
9.64 Lakh^*
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Basic Information	Shine Dual Tone	ZXi Plus AMT DT
On-Road Price in New Delhi	Rs.47,26,299^*	Rs.10,86,578^*
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.89,952/month Get EMI Offers	Rs.21,103/month Get EMI Offers
Insurance	Rs.1,83,434	Rs.44,078
User Rating	4.2 Based on 86 Reviews	4.5 Based on 404 Reviews
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Basic Information

Shine Dual Tone

ZXi Plus AMT DT

On-Road Price in New Delhi

Rs.47,26,299^*

Rs.10,86,578^*

Finance Available (EMI)

Rs.89,952/month

Get EMI Offers

Rs.21,103/month

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Insurance

Rs.1,83,434

Rs.44,078

User Rating

4.2

Based on 86 Reviews

4.5

Based on 404 Reviews

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Engine & Transmission
Engine Type	DW10 FC	Z12E
Displacement (cc)	1997	1197
No. of Cylinders	44 Cylinder Cars	33 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	174.33bhp@3750rpm	80.46bhp@5700rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	400Nm@2000rpm	111.7Nm@4300rpm
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Turbo Charger	-	No
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Gearbox	8-Speed	5-Speed AMT
Drive Type	FWD	FWD
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Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

DW10 FC

Z12E

Displacement (cc)

1997

1197

No. of Cylinders

44 Cylinder Cars

33 Cylinder Cars

Max Power (bhp@rpm)

174.33bhp@3750rpm

80.46bhp@5700rpm

Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type	Diesel	Petrol
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)	17.5	25.75
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	52.5	37
Emission Norm Compliance	BS VI 2.0	BS VI 2.0

Fuel & Performance

Fuel Type

Diesel

Petrol

Mileage ARAI (kmpl)

17.5

25.75

Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)

52.5

Emission Norm Compliance

BS VI 2.0

Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension	MacPherson suspension	MacPherson Strut suspension
Rear Suspension	Rear twist beam	Rear twist beam
Steering Type	-	Electric
Steering Column	Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt
Turning Radius (Metres)	-	4.8
Front Brake Type	Disc	Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Drum
Tyre Size	235/55 R18	185/65 R15
Tyre Type	Tubeless,Radial	Radial Tubeless
Wheel Size (Inch)	-	No
Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)	18	15
Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)	18	15
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension

MacPherson suspension

MacPherson Strut suspension

Rear Suspension

Rear twist beam

Steering Type

Electric

Steering Column

Tilt & Telescopic

Tilt

Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)	4500	3860
Width (mm)	1969	1735
Height (mm)	1710	1520
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm)	-	163
Wheel Base (mm)	2730	2450
Kerb Weight (kg)	1685	925
Grossweight (kg)	2060	1355
Seating Capacity	5	5
Boot Space (Litres)	580	265
No. of Doors	5	5
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Comfort & Convenience
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	2 Zone	Yes
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 AC Vents	Yes	Yes
Lumbar Support	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	-
Hands-Free Tailgate	Yes	-
Gear Shift Indicator	-	No
Luggage Hook And Net	Yes	Yes
Additional Features	"Park Assist Pack – (Automatic Parking Guidance For Bay Parking Plus Parallel Parking Entry And Exit),Citroen Advanced Comfort - Suspension With Progressive Hydraulic Cushions,Double-Laminated Front Windows and Acoustic Windshield Glass,Front seats: Driver Seat Electric Adjustment (Height, Fore/Aft And Backrest Angle), Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments (6 Ways: With Height Adjustment),3 Independent Full-Size Rear Seats With Adjustable Recline Angle Rear Three-Point Retractable Seatbelts (x3), With Pre-Tensioners And Force Limiters In The Outer Rear Seats,Front & Rear Seat Headrest (Incl. Center Seat) - Adjustable (2-Ways),Driver And Front Passenger Seat: Back Pocket,Dual Zone Electronic Automatic Temperature Control,Air Quality System (AQS): Pollen Filter + Activated Carbon Filter + Active Odour Filter,Rear AC Vents (2 Ducts - Left & Right),Cruise Control With Speed Limiter & Memory Settings,Power Window Up/Down Using Remote Key,Automatic Headlight Activation Via Windscreen Mounted Sensor,Electrochromic Inside Rear View Mirror,Front Driver & Passenger Side Vanity Mirror - With Flap & Lamp,Two-Tone Horn,Front Roof Lamp With Welcome LED Lighting And 2 LED Front Spot Lights,Grip Control - Standard, Snow, All Terrain (Mud, Damp Grass etc.), Sand And Traction Control Off,Gear Shift Positions Indicator	Warning Lamp/Reminder for Low Fuel, Door Ajar,Gear Position Indicator,Driver Side Foot Rest
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 Only
Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Steering	Yes	Height only
KeyLess Entry	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	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
	Photo Comparison
Front Air Vents
Steering Wheel
DashBoard
Tachometer	Yes	Yes
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Glove Box	Yes	Yes
Additional Features	"Interior Environment(METROPOLITAN BLACK),BLACK CLAUDIA LEATHER + FABRIC ,Height And Reach Adjustable Leather Steering Wheel With 2 Control Zones,Alloy Pedals - Accelarator & Brake Pedals,Stainless Steel Front Citroën Embossed Sill Scuff Plates,Insider Door Handles - Satin Chrome,Front Console Armrest - With Cup Holder (LED Illuminated Cup Holder),2 LED Rear Reading Lights,LED Mood Lights - Cluster & Cup Holders,Illuminated Glove Box	Outside Temperature Display,Co-driver Side Sunvisor with Vanity Mirror,Driver Side Sunvisor with Ticket Holder,Chrome Parking Brake Lever Tip,Gear Shift Knob in Piano Black Finish,,Front Footwell Illumination,Rear Parcel Tray
Digital Cluster	Yes	Yes
Digital Cluster Size (Inch)	12.29	No
Upholstery	Leatherette	Fabric
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Interior

Photo Comparison

Front Air Vents

Steering Wheel

DashBoard

Tachometer

Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel

Glove Box

Exterior
	Photo Comparison
Rear Right Side
Wheel
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	Pearl Arctic WhiteSizzling Red With Bluish Black RoofMagma GreyPearl Arctic White With Bluish Black RoofLuster Blue With Bluish Black RoofBluish BlackSizzling RedSplendid SilverLuster BlueNovel Orange+5 MoreSwift Colours
Body Type	SUVAll SUV Cars	HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars
Adjustable Headlamps	-	Yes
Rain Sensing Wiper	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	-
Sun Roof	Yes	No
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators	Yes	Yes
Projector Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Halogen Headlamps	-	No
Roof Rails	Yes	-
LED DRLs	Yes	Yes
LED Headlamps	Yes	Yes
LED Taillights	Yes	Yes
LED Fog Lamps	Yes	Yes
Additional Features	Wheels (Two Tone Diamond Cut 'PULSAR' Alloy Wheels),Front Panel: Matte Black Upper Grille,Front Panel: Top & Bottom Brand Emblems Chrome (Chevrons & Barrettes),Body Side Molding - Including Fender,Color Pack (DARK CHROME OR ANODISED ENERGIC BLUE Based on Body Color) Front Bumper / Side Airbump,Glossy Black Outsider Rear View Mirror,Satin Chrome - Window C Signature,Chrome Dual Exhaust Pipes,Roof Bars - Glossy Black with Matt Black Insert,Integrated Spoiler,Opening Panoramic Sunroof,LED Vision Projector Headlamps,3D LED Rear Lamps,LED High Mount Stop Lamp,Magic Wash: Automatic Rain Sensing Wiper With Integrated Windscreen Washers	LED Rear Combination Lamps,Body Coloured Outside Rear View Mirrors,Body Coloured Bumpers,,Body Coloured Outside Door Handles,
Automatic Headlamps	-	Yes
Fog Lights	Front & Rear	Front
Antenna	-	Micropole
Sunroof	Panoramic	-
Boot Opening	Electronic	Electronic
Heated Outside Rear View Mirror	Yes	-
Puddle Lamps	Yes	-
Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)	-	Powered & Folding
Tyre Size	235/55 R18	185/65 R15
Tyre Type	Tubeless,Radial	Radial Tubeless
Wheel Size (Inch)	-	No
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Exterior

Photo Comparison

Rear Right Side

Wheel

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

Pearl Arctic WhiteSizzling Red With Bluish Black RoofMagma GreyPearl Arctic White With Bluish Black RoofLuster Blue With Bluish Black Roof+5 MoreSwift Colours

Body Type

SUVAll SUV Cars

HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars

Adjustable Headlamps

Safety
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)	Yes	Yes
Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	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	-
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	Yes	-
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	With Guidedlines	With Guidedlines
Anti Theft Device	Yes	Yes
Anti Pinch Power Windows	All Windows	Driver's Window
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
Blind Spot Monitor	Yes	-
Geo Fence Alert	-	Yes
Hill Descent Control	Yes	-
Hill Assist	Yes	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
Driver Attention Warning	-	Yes

ADAS

Driver Attention Warning

Advance Internet
Live Location	-	Yes
Over the Air (OTA) Updates	-	Yes
Google / Alexa Connectivity	-	Yes
Over Speeding Alert	-	Yes
Tow Away Alert	-	Yes
Smartwatch App	-	Yes
Valet Mode	-	Yes
Remote Door Lock/Unlock	-	Yes
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Advance Internet

Live Location

Over the Air (OTA) Updates

Google / Alexa Connectivity

Over Speeding Alert

Entertainment & Communication
Radio	Yes	Yes
Wireless Phone Charging	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen Size	10	9
Connectivity	Android Auto, Apple CarPlay	-
Android Auto	Yes	Yes
Apple Car Play	Yes	Yes
No. of Speakers	6	4
Additional Features	Mirror Screen (Apple Carplay™ And Android Auto) - Smartphone Connectivity	"Surround Sense Powered by ARKAMYS ,Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay,Onboard Voice Assistant (Wake-up through ""Hi Suzuki"" with Barge-in Feature)
Usb Ports	Yes	Yes
Tweeter	-	2
Speakers	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
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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
Maruti Swift
- Looks sporty with stylish elements and vibrant colours
- Good space for 4 adults
- Handles well with light controls
- Good features like 9-inch touchscreen, wireless Android Auto and Apple Carplay, and cruise control
- 6 airbags now come as standard

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
Maruti Swift
- Interior quality feels cheap
- No exciting new feature in the update
- Outright performance has reduced from before

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Questions & answers

Q ) Which car has good mileage Citroen C5 Aircross and Maruti Swift?

A ) The mileage of C5 Aircross is 17.5 kmpl & the mileage of Swift is 25.75 kmpl. Maruti Swift gives better mileage than Citroen C5 Aircross.

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