Citroen C5 Aircross vs Maruti XL6

Should you buy Citroen C5 Aircross or Maruti XL6? 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 XL6 price starts Rs 11.84 Lakh ex-showroom for Zeta (Petrol). C5 Aircross has 1997 cc (Diesel top model) engine, while XL6 has 1462 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the C5 Aircross has a mileage of 17.5 kmpl (Diesel top model) and the XL6 has a mileage of 26.32 km/kg (Petrol top model).

C5 Aircross Vs XL6

Key Highlights	Citroen C5 Aircross	Maruti XL6
On Road Price	Rs.47,22,299^*	Rs.17,14,036^*
Fuel Type	Diesel	Petrol
Engine(cc)	1997	1462
Transmission	Automatic	Automatic

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Citroen C5 Aircross
Rs39.99 Lakh^*
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Maruti XL6
Rs14.84 Lakh^*
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Citroen C5 Aircross
Shine Dual Tone
39.99 Lakh^*
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Maruti XL6
Alpha Plus AT
14.84 Lakh^*
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Basic Information	Shine Dual Tone	Alpha Plus AT
On-Road Price in New Delhi	Rs.47,22,299^*	Rs.17,14,036^*
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.89,889/month Get EMI Offers	Rs.32,633/month Get EMI Offers
Insurance	Rs.1,83,434	Rs.67,351
User Rating	4.2 Based on 86 Reviews	4.4 Based on 275 Reviews
Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years)	-	Rs.5,362
Brochure	Download Brochure	Download Brochure

Basic Information

Shine Dual Tone

Alpha Plus AT

On-Road Price in New Delhi

Rs.47,22,299^*

Rs.17,14,036^*

Finance Available (EMI)

Rs.89,889/month

Get EMI Offers

Rs.32,633/month

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Insurance

Rs.1,83,434

Rs.67,351

User Rating

4.2

Based on 86 Reviews

4.4

Based on 275 Reviews

Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years)

Rs.5,362

Brochure

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Engine & Transmission
Engine Type	DW10 FC	K15C Smart Hybrid
Displacement (cc)	1997	1462
No. of Cylinders	44 Cylinder Cars	44 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	174.33bhp@3750rpm	101.64bhp@6000rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	400Nm@2000rpm	136.8Nm@4400rpm
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Gearbox	8-Speed	6-Speed AT
Drive Type	FWD	FWD
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Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

DW10 FC

K15C Smart Hybrid

Displacement (cc)

1997

1462

No. of Cylinders

44 Cylinder Cars

Max Power (bhp@rpm)

174.33bhp@3750rpm

101.64bhp@6000rpm

Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type	Diesel	Petrol
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)	17.5	20.27
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	52.5	45
Emission Norm Compliance	BS VI 2.0	BS VI 2.0
Top Speed (kmph)	-	170
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Fuel & Performance

Fuel Type

Diesel

Petrol

Mileage ARAI (kmpl)

17.5

20.27

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 Column	Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt and Telescopic
Turning Radius (Metres)	-	5.2
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Drum
Top Speed (Kmph)	-	170
Tyre Size	235/55 R18	195/60 R16
Tyre Type	Tubeless,Radial	Tubeless, Radial
Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)	18	16
Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)	18	16
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension

MacPherson suspension

MacPherson Strut suspension

Rear Suspension

Rear twist beam

Steering Column

Tilt & Telescopic

Tilt and Telescopic

Turning Radius (Metres)

5.2

Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)	4500	4445
Width (mm)	1969	1775
Height (mm)	1710	1755
Wheel Base (mm)	2730	2740
Kerb Weight (kg)	1685	1225
Grossweight (kg)	2060	1765
Seating Capacity	5	6
Boot Space (Litres)	580	209
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	-
Vanity Mirror	Yes	Yes
Rear Reading Lamp	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Headrest	Yes	-
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest	-	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	-	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	-	3rd Row 50:50 Split
Engine Start Stop Button	Yes	Yes
Bottle Holder	Front & Rear Door	Front & Rear Door
Voice Commands	-	Yes
USB Charger	Front & Rear	Front
Central Console Armrest	Yes	With Storage
Tailgate Ajar Warning	-	Yes
Hands-Free Tailgate	Yes	-
Gear Shift Indicator	-	No
Luggage Hook And Net	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	2nd Row Roof Mounted AC With 3-Stage Speed Control,Air Cooled Twin Cup Holder (Console)
One Touch Operating Power Window	All	Driver's Window
Drive Modes	2	-
Glove Box Light	Yes	-
Idle Start Stop System	-	Yes
Drive Mode Types	Eco & Sport	-
Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Steering	Yes	Yes
KeyLess Entry	Yes	Yes
Ventilated Seats	-	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
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	All Black Sporty Interiors,Sculpted Dashboard With Premium Stone Finish and Rich and Slide,2nd Row Plush Captain Seats With One-Touch Recline and Slide,Flexible Space With 3rd Row Flat Fold,Chrome Finish Inside Door Handles,Split Type Luggage Board,Front Overhead Console With Map Lamp and Sunglass Holder,Premium Soft Touch Roof Lining,Soft Touch Door Trim Armrest ,Eco Drive Illumination,Digital Clock,Outside Temperature Gauge,Fuel Consumption (Instantaneous and Avg),Distance to Empty,Headlamp On Warning,Door Ajar Warning Lamp,Smartphone Storage Space (Front Row and 2nd Row) & Accessory Socket (12V) 3rd Row,Footwell Illumination (Fr),
Digital Cluster	Yes	Semi
Digital Cluster Size (Inch)	12.29	-
Upholstery	Leatherette	Leatherette
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Interior

Tachometer

Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel

Glove Box

Exterior
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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	Arctic WhiteOpulent RedOpulent Red With Black RoofSplendid Silver With Black RoofPearl Midnight BlackBrave KhakiGrandeur GreyBrave Khaki With Black RoofCelestial BlueSplendid Silver+5 MoreXL6 Colours
Body Type	SUVAll SUV Cars	MUVAll MUV Cars
Adjustable Headlamps	-	Yes
Rain Sensing Wiper	Yes	-
Rear Window Wiper	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Washer	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	Yes
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Rear Spoiler	Yes	Yes
Sun Roof	Yes	-
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators	Yes	Yes
Integrated Antenna	-	Yes
Projector Headlamps	Yes	-
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	Bold Front Grille With Sweeping X-Bar Element,Front and Rear Skid Plates With Side Claddings,New Back Door Garnish With Chrome Insert,Chrome Plated Door Handles,Body Coloured Outside Mirrors With Integrated Turn Signal Lamp(Monotone),Chrome Element on Fender Side Garnish,B & C-Pillar Gloss Black Finish,electrically Foldable ORVMs (Key Sync),IR Cut Front Windshield,UV Cut Side Glasses and Quarter Glass,LED High Mount Stop Lamp,
Fog Lights	Front & Rear	Front
Antenna	-	Shark Fin
Sunroof	Panoramic	-
Boot Opening	Electronic	Manual
Heated Outside Rear View Mirror	Yes	-
Puddle Lamps	Yes	-
Tyre Size	235/55 R18	195/60 R16
Tyre Type	Tubeless,Radial	Tubeless, Radial
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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

Arctic WhiteOpulent RedOpulent Red With Black RoofSplendid Silver With Black RoofPearl Midnight Black+5 MoreXL6 Colours

Body Type

SUVAll SUV Cars

MUVAll MUV 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	4
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag	Yes	Yes
Day Night Rear View Mirror	-	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	-	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	-	Yes
Traction Control	Yes	-
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	Yes	-
Rear Camera	With Guidedlines	-
Anti Theft Device	Yes	Yes
Anti Pinch Power Windows	All Windows	Driver
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	-
Geo Fence Alert	-	Yes
Hill Descent Control	Yes	-
Hill Assist	Yes	-
360 View Camera	-	Yes
Curtain Airbag	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

Advance Internet
E-Call & I-Call	-	No
Google / Alexa Connectivity	-	Yes
Over Speeding Alert	-	Yes
Tow Away Alert	-	Yes
In Car Remote Control App	-	Yes
Smartwatch App	-	Yes
Valet Mode	-	Yes
Remote AC On/Off	-	Yes
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Advance Internet

E-Call & I-Call

Google / Alexa Connectivity

Over Speeding Alert

Tow Away Alert

Entertainment & Communication
Radio	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	-	Yes
Wireless Phone Charging	Yes	-
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen Size	10	7
Connectivity	Android Auto, Apple CarPlay	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	(Wake-up throgh ""Hi Suzuki"" With Barge-in feature),Premium Sound System (Arkamys),
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 XL6
- The redesigned front face packs more attitude and offers better road presence.
- New safety and premium features are a welcome addition
- Captain seats are large and comfortable
- Spacious 3rd row
- High claimed fuel efficiency of 20.97kmpl (MT) and 20.27kmpl (AT)

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 XL6
- Some useful features like automatic day/night IRVM, rear window blinds and rear cup holders are still missing.
- No diesel option
- Curtain airbags for rear occupants should have been part of the safety features.

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Questions & answers

Q ) Which car is cheaper between Citroen C5 Aircross and Maruti XL6?

A ) Citroen C5 Aircross price starts at ₹39.99 Lakh & Maruti XL6 price starts at ₹11.84 Lakh in New Delhi. Maruti XL6 is cheaper between these two cars.

Q ) Which car has good mileage Citroen C5 Aircross and Maruti XL6?

A ) The mileage of C5 Aircross is 17.5 kmpl & the mileage of XL6 is 20.27 kmpl. Maruti XL6 gives better mileage than Citroen C5 Aircross.

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