Citroen C5 Aircross vs Tata Altroz
Should you buy Citroen C5 Aircross or Tata Altroz? 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 Tata Altroz price starts Rs 6.65 Lakh ex-showroom for XE (Petrol). C5 Aircross has 1997 cc (Diesel top model) engine, while Altroz has 1497 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 Altroz has a mileage of 26.2 km/kg (Diesel top model).
C5 Aircross Vs Altroz
| Key Highlights | Citroen C5 Aircross | Tata Altroz |
|---|---|---|
| On Road Price | Rs.47,22,299* | Rs.13,34,712* |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Engine(cc) | 1997 | 1497 |
| Transmission | Automatic | Manual |
Citroen C5 Aircross vs Tata Altroz comparison
- Citroen C5 Aircross
- Top SellingShine (Diesel) 39.99 Lakh*
- Shine Dual Tone (Diesel) 39.99 Lakh*
Rs39.99 Lakh *VS - Tata Altroz
- XM Plus Diesel (Diesel) 8.80 Lakh*
- XM Plus S Diesel (Diesel) 9.10 Lakh*
- XT Diesel (Diesel) 9.50 Lakh*
- XZ Diesel (Diesel) 10 Lakh*
- XZ LUX Diesel (Diesel) 10.30 Lakh*
- Top SellingXZ Plus S Diesel (Diesel) 10.50 Lakh*
- XZ Plus S Dark Edition Diesel (Diesel) 10.80 Lakh*
- XZ Plus S LUX Diesel (Diesel) 11 Lakh*
- XZ Plus S LUX Dark Edition Diesel (Diesel) 11.30 Lakh*
- XE (Petrol) 6.65 Lakh*
- XM (Petrol) 6.90 Lakh*
- XM S (Petrol) 7.20 Lakh*
- XM Plus (Petrol) 7.50 Lakh*
- XM Plus S (Petrol) 7.80 Lakh*
- XT (Petrol) 8.20 Lakh*
- XMA Plus DCT (Petrol) 8.50 Lakh*
- XZ (Petrol) 8.70 Lakh*
- XMA Plus S DCT (Petrol) 8.80 Lakh*
- XZ LUX (Petrol) 9 Lakh*
- XTA DCT (Petrol) 9.20 Lakh*
- Top SellingXZ Plus S (Petrol) 9.20 Lakh*
- XZ Plus S Dark Edition (Petrol) 9.50 Lakh*
- XZ Plus S LUX (Petrol) 9.70 Lakh*
- XZA DCT (Petrol) 9.70 Lakh*
- XZ Plus OS (Petrol) 10 Lakh*
- XZ Plus S LUX Dark Edition (Petrol) 10 Lakh*
- XZA LUX DCT (Petrol) 10 Lakh*
- XZA Plus S DCT (Petrol) 10.20 Lakh*
- XZA Plus S Dark Edition DCT (Petrol) 10.50 Lakh*
- XZA Plus S LUX DCT (Petrol) 10.70 Lakh*
- XZA Plus OS DCT (Petrol) 11 Lakh*
- XZA Plus S LUX Dark Edition DCT (Petrol) 11 Lakh*
- XE CNG (CNG) 7.60 Lakh*
- XM Plus CNG (CNG) 8.45 Lakh*
- XM Plus S CNG (CNG) 8.75 Lakh*
- XZ CNG (CNG) 9.70 Lakh*
- XZ LUX CNG (CNG) 10 Lakh*
- Top SellingXZ Plus S CNG (CNG) 10.20 Lakh*
- XZ Plus S LUX CNG (CNG) 10.70 Lakh*
- XZ Plus OS CNG (CNG) 11 Lakh*
Rs11.30 Lakh *
Basic Information
| On-Road Price in New Delhi | Rs.47,22,299* | Rs.13,34,712* |
| Finance Available (EMI) | Rs.89,889/month Get EMI Offers | Rs.25,415/month Get EMI Offers |
| Insurance | Rs.1,83,434 | Rs.44,252 |
| User Rating | Based on 86 Reviews | Based on 1413 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 | 1.5 l Turbocharged Revotorq |
| 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 | 1497 |
| 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 | 88.76bhp@4000rpm |
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Fuel & Performance
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Mileage ARAI (kmpl) | 17.5 | 19.33 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres) | 52.5 | 37 |
| 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 | Rear twist beam |
| Steering Type The mechanism by which the car's steering operates, such as manual, power-assisted, or electric. It affecting driving ease. ✕ | - | Electric |
| Steering Column The shaft that connects the steering wheel to the rest of the steering system to help maneouvre the car. ✕ | Tilt & Telescopic | - |
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Dimensions & Capacity
| Length (mm) The distance from a car's front tip to the farthest point in the back. ✕ | 4500 | 3990 |
| 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 | 1755 |
| 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 | 1523 |
| Ground Clearance Unladen (mm) The unladen ground clearance is the vertical distance between the ground and the lowest point of the car when the car is empty. More ground clearnace means when fully loaded your car won't scrape on tall speedbreakers, or broken roads. ✕ | - | 165 |
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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 | Yes |
| Air Quality Control Air filters, also known as air purifiers, purify the air of the cabin by absorbing any harmful or contaminated particles. ✕ | Yes | No |
| 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 |
| Glove Box It refers to a storage compartment built into the dashboard of a vehicle on the passenger's side. It is used to store vehicle documents, and first aid kit among others. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
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Exterior
| 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 | Arcade Grey Opera Blue Downtown Red Black Avenue White Altroz Colours |
| Body Type | SUVAll SUV Cars | HatchbackAll Hatchback 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 | - |
| 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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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 |
| 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 |
| Touchscreen A touchscreen panel in the dashboard for controlling the car's features like music, navigation, and other car info.✕ | 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
Tata Altroz
- Turbo-petrol engine offers enjoyable performance
- Five-star safety rating
- Leatherette upholstery makes the cabin feel more premium
- Best-in-class ride and handling package
- Automatic transmission is smooth and takes the stress out of city driving
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
Tata Altroz
- Premium features like ventilated seats, wireless changer, and sunroof still missing
- Cabin insulation is lacking
- Naturally-aspirated petrol engine lacks power and refinement
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Questions & answers
Q ) Which car is cheaper between Citroen C5 Aircross and Tata Altroz?
A ) Citroen C5 Aircross price starts at ₹39.99 Lakh & Tata Altroz price starts at ₹6.65 Lakh in New Delhi. Tata Altroz is cheaper between these two cars.
Q ) Which car has good mileage Citroen C5 Aircross and Tata Altroz?
A ) The mileage of C5 Aircross is 17.5 kmpl & the mileage of Altroz is 19.33 kmpl. Tata Altroz gives better mileage than Citroen C5 Aircross.
*Ex-showroom price in New Delhi