Citroen C5 Aircross vs Volkswagen Taigun

Should you buy Citroen C5 Aircross or Volkswagen Taigun? 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 Volkswagen Taigun price starts Rs 11.80 Lakh ex-showroom for 1.0 Comfortline (Petrol). C5 Aircross has 1997 cc (Diesel top model) engine, while Taigun has 1498 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 Taigun has a mileage of 19.87 kmpl (Petrol top model).

C5 Aircross Vs Taigun

Key Highlights	Citroen C5 Aircross	Volkswagen Taigun
On Road Price	Rs.47,22,299^*	Rs.22,87,208^*
Fuel Type	Diesel	Petrol
Engine(cc)	1997	1498
Transmission	Automatic	Automatic

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Citroen C5 Aircross
Rs39.99 Lakh^*
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Volkswagen Taigun
Rs19.83 Lakh^*
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Citroen C5 Aircross
Shine Dual Tone
39.99 Lakh^*
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Volkswagen Taigun
1.5 GT Plus Sports DSG
19.83 Lakh^*
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Basic Information	Shine Dual Tone	1.5 GT Plus Sports DSG
On-Road Price in New Delhi	Rs.47,22,299^*	Rs.22,87,208^*
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.89,889/month Get EMI Offers	Rs.43,529/month Get EMI Offers
Insurance	Rs.1,83,434	Rs.85,745
User Rating	4.2 Based on 86 Reviews	4.3 Based on 241 Reviews
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Basic Information

Shine Dual Tone

1.5 GT Plus Sports DSG

On-Road Price in New Delhi

Rs.47,22,299^*

Rs.22,87,208^*

Finance Available (EMI)

Rs.89,889/month

Get EMI Offers

Rs.43,529/month

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Insurance

Rs.1,83,434

Rs.85,745

User Rating

4.2

Based on 86 Reviews

4.3

Based on 241 Reviews

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Engine & Transmission
Engine Type	DW10 FC	1.5L TSI EVO with ACT
Displacement (cc)	1997	1498
No. of Cylinders	44 Cylinder Cars	44 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	174.33bhp@3750rpm	147.94bhp@5000-6000rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	400Nm@2000rpm	250Nm@1600-3500rpm
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Turbo Charger	-	Yes
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Gearbox	8-Speed	7-Speed DSG
Drive Type	FWD	FWD
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Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

DW10 FC

1.5L TSI EVO with ACT

Displacement (cc)

1997

1498

No. of Cylinders

44 Cylinder Cars

Max Power (bhp@rpm)

174.33bhp@3750rpm

147.94bhp@5000-6000rpm

Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type	Diesel	Petrol
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)	17.5	19.01
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	52.5	50
Emission Norm Compliance	BS VI 2.0	BS VI 2.0

Fuel & Performance

Fuel Type

Diesel

Petrol

Mileage ARAI (kmpl)

17.5

19.01

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	-
Turning Radius (Metres)	-	5.05
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Drum
Tyre Size	235/55 R18	205/55 R17
Tyre Type	Tubeless,Radial	-
Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)	18	17
Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)	18	17
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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

Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)	4500	4221
Width (mm)	1969	1760
Height (mm)	1710	1612
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm)	-	188
Wheel Base (mm)	2730	2651
Front Tread (mm)	-	1531
Rear Tread (mm)	-	1516
Kerb Weight (kg)	1685	1314
Grossweight (kg)	2060	1700
Seating Capacity	5	5
Boot Space (Litres)	580	385
No. of Doors	5	-
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Comfort & Convenience
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	2 Zone	-
Air Quality Control	Yes	-
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	-
Trunk Light	Yes	-
Vanity Mirror	Yes	-
Rear Reading Lamp	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Headrest	Yes	-
Rear AC Vents	Yes	-
Lumbar Support	Yes	-
Multifunction Steering Wheel	Yes	-
Cruise Control	Yes	-
Parking Sensors	Front & Rear	-
Engine Start Stop Button	Yes	No
Bottle Holder	Front & Rear Door	-
USB Charger	Front & Rear	-
Central Console Armrest	Yes	-
Hands-Free Tailgate	Yes	-
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	-
One Touch Operating Power Window	All	-
Drive Modes	2	-
Glove Box Light	Yes	-
Drive Mode Types	Eco & Sport	-
Air Conditioner	Yes	-
Heater	Yes	-
Adjustable Steering	Yes	-
KeyLess Entry	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	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	-
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel	Yes	-
Glove Box	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	Black leatherette seat upholstery with Red stitching,Black headliner,New Glossy black dashboard decor,Sport Steering wheel with Red stitching,Embroidered GT logo on front seat back rest,Black styled grab handles, sunvisor,Alu pedals
Digital Cluster	Yes	-
Digital Cluster Size (Inch)	12.29	-
Upholstery	Leatherette	Leatherette
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Interior

Tachometer

Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel

Glove Box

Exterior
Available Colours	Pearl White With Black RoofEclipse Blue With Black RoofPearl WhiteCumulus Grey With Black RoofCumulus GrayPearl Nera BlackEclipse Blue+2 MoreC5 Aircross Colours	Lava BlueCarbon Steel Grey MatteDeep Black PearlRising BlueReflex SilverCarban Steel GreyCandy WhiteWild Cherry Red+3 MoreTaigun Colours
Body Type	SUVAll SUV Cars	SUVAll SUV Cars
Rain Sensing Wiper	Yes	-
Rear Window Wiper	Yes	-
Rear Window Washer	Yes	-
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	-
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Rear Spoiler	Yes	-
Sun Roof	Yes	-
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators	Yes	-
Projector Headlamps	Yes	-
Roof Rails	Yes	Yes
LED DRLs	Yes	-
LED Headlamps	Yes	Yes
LED Taillights	Yes	-
LED Fog Lamps	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	Black glossy front grille, Signature Trapezoidal wing and diffuser,Darkened LED head lamps,Carbon Steel Grey roof,Red GT branding on the grille, fender and rear,Black roof rails, door mirror housing and window bar,Dark Chrome door handles,R17 ‘Cassino’ black alloy wheels,Red painted brake calipers in front,Black fender badges,Rear Signature Trapezoidal wing and diffuser in Black
Fog Lights	Front & Rear	-
Sunroof	Panoramic	-
Boot Opening	Electronic	-
Heated Outside Rear View Mirror	Yes	-
Puddle Lamps	Yes	-
Tyre Size	235/55 R18	205/55 R17
Tyre Type	Tubeless,Radial	-
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Exterior

Available Colours

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

Lava BlueCarbon Steel Grey MatteDeep Black PearlRising BlueReflex Silver+3 MoreTaigun Colours

Body Type

SUVAll SUV Cars

Rain Sensing Wiper

Safety
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	-	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
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	Yes
Anti Pinch Power Windows	All Windows	Driver and Passenger
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	-
Hill Descent Control	Yes	-
Hill Assist	Yes	Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock	-	Yes
Curtain Airbag	Yes	Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)	Yes	Yes
Global NCAP Safety Rating (Star )	-	5
Global NCAP Child Safety Rating (Star )	-	5
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Safety

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)

Brake Assist

Central Locking

Child Safety Locks

Entertainment & Communication
Radio	Yes	-
Wireless Phone Charging	Yes	-
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	-
Touchscreen	Yes	-
Touchscreen Size	10	-
Connectivity	Android Auto, Apple CarPlay	-
Android Auto	Yes	-
Apple Car Play	Yes	-
No. of Speakers	6	-
Additional Features	Mirror Screen (Apple Carplay™ And Android Auto) - Smartphone Connectivity	-
Usb Ports	Yes	-
Speakers	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
Volkswagen Taigun
- Classy Volkswagen family SUV look
- Punchy and refined 1.5-litre TSi engine
- Impressive infotainment experience
- Fun to drive
- Automatic transmission with both engine options.

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
Volkswagen Taigun
- Sitting three people at the back is a squeeze
- Fit and finish levels are not as good as the Vento
- GT Line gets less features as compared to the Highline
- No diesel engine option

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Questions & answers

Q ) Which car is cheaper between Citroen C5 Aircross and Volkswagen Taigun?

A ) Citroen C5 Aircross price starts at ₹39.99 Lakh & Volkswagen Taigun price starts at ₹11.80 Lakh in New Delhi. Volkswagen Taigun is cheaper between these two cars.

Q ) Which car has good mileage Citroen C5 Aircross and Volkswagen Taigun?

A ) The mileage of C5 Aircross is 17.5 kmpl & the mileage of Taigun is 19.01 kmpl. Volkswagen Taigun gives better mileage than Citroen C5 Aircross.

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