Mercedes-Benz CLA Vs Citroen C5 Aircross comparison

Ex-Showroom Price

New Delhi

₹ 31.72 Lakh

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₹ 29.9 Lakh

Overview

Mercedes-Benz CLA Vs Citroen C5 Aircross Comparison: Which Car is Better?

Trying to figure out which of these cars to buy? Compare the CLA Vs C5 Aircross on carandbike to make an informed buying decision as to which car to buy in 2021. This comparison has been carried out on the basis of prices, engine specifications, mileage, and features of these cars.

CLA Vs C5 Aircross – Which model is Cheapest?

The ex-showroom price of the Petrol Mercedes-Benz CLA in New Delhi starts at ₹ 35.99 Lakh. The base Diesel version of the Mercedes-Benz CLA costs ₹ 31.72 Lakh, whereas the Mercedes-Benz CLA Diesel top-end costs ₹ 36.99 Lakh. On the other hand, Citroen C5 Aircross price in New Delhi of base variant starts at ₹ 29.9 Lakh and goes up to Rs. ₹ 31.9 Lakh for range topping Diesel model.

Summary	Mercedes-Benz CLA	Citroen C5 Aircross
Price	₹ 31.72 Lakh	₹ 29.9 Lakh
Manufacturer	Mercedes-Benz	Citroen
Body Type	Sedan	SUV
Mileage	17.90 Km/l	18.60 Km/l
Power	134 bhp	175 bhp
Engine	2143 CC	1997 CC
Fuel Type	Diesel	Diesel

CLA Vs C5 Aircross – Which gives Better Mileage?

As for the claimed fuel efficiency, the Mercedes-Benz CLA base Petrol engine returns 15 Km/l, whereas the base diesel returns 18 Km/l. The Citroen C5 Aircross base Diesel returns 19 Km/l.

CLA Vs C5 Aircross – Which has a Better Engine Efficiency?

In the powertrain department, the Mercedes-Benz CLA gets 181 bhp Petrol engine and 134 bhp Diesel engine, whereas the Citroen C5 Aircross comes in 175 bhp Diesel engine.

Engine

Engine Type	4-Cylinder Diesel Engine Turbocharged	DW10FC
Displacement (CC)	2143 CC	1997 CC
No Of Cylinder	4	4
Power	134 bhp@3600-4400 rpm	175 bhp@3750 rpm
Torque	300 Nm@1600-3000 rpm	400 Nm@2000 rpm
Drive Train	FWD	FWD

Dimensions

Length	4630 mm	4500 mm
Width	1777 mm	2099 mm
Height	1432 mm	1710 mm
Wheelbase	2699 mm	2730 mm
Ground Clearance	160 mm	N/A
Boot Space	470 L	580 L
Kerb Weight	1570 Kg	N/A
Gross Weight	2005 Kg	N/A
Front Track	1549 mm	1580 mm
Rear Track	1547 mm	1610 mm
Minimum Turning Radius	5.50 m	5.35 m
No. Of Doors	4	5
Seating Capacity	5	5

Transmission

No. of gears	Automatic	Automatic
Clutch Type	Dual Clutch	N/A

Wheels & Tyres

Wheel Type	Alloy Wheels	Alloy Wheels
Tyre Type	Tubeless Radial	N/A
Front Tyre Size	205/55 R 16	235 / 55 R18
Rear Tyre Size	205/55 R 16	235 / 55 R18

Braking System

Front Brake Type	Ventilated Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Disc

Suspension

Front Suspension	McPherson Strut	Macpherson Strut Suspension With Double Progressive Hydraulic Cushions - Compression And Rebound
Rear Suspension	Four-link	Twist Beam Axle With Single Progressive Hydraulic Cushions - Compression

Fuel Efficiency

Mileage City	N/A	N/A
Mileage Highway	N/A	N/A
Mileage	17.90 Km/l	18.60 Km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity	56.0	52.5

Steering

Power Steering
Steering Type	Electric Power Steering	Electric
Adjustable Power Steering

Performance

Performance 0 To 100 Kmph	9.8 seconds	N/A
Max Speed	220	N/A

Safety & Security

Airbags
Passenger Airbags
Side Airbags
ABS
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Brake Assist
Hill Assist
Electronic Stability Program
Tractional Control
Engine Immobilizer
Central Locking
Child Safety Lock
Power Door Lock
Automatic Headlamps
Cornering Lights
Turn Indicators On ORVM
Rear Wiper
Rain Sensing Wipers
Headlight Washers
Headlamp Beam Adjuster
All 4 Disc Brakes	-
Blind Spot Information System (BLIS)	-
Burglar Alarm	-
Coffee Break Alert	-
Curtain Airbags	-
Electric Child Lock - Rear Door	-
Electronic Dual Shell Horn	-
Follow Me Home Headlamps	-
Headlamp Escort Function	-
High Speed Alert	-
ISOFIX	-
Isofix - Rear Side Seats w/Mountings On Front Passenger Seats	-
Perimeter / Volumetric Alarm	-
Rear Defogger with Timer	-
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock	-
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System	-
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (High Line)	-
Vehicle Stability Management (VSM)	-
Virtual Engine Sound System	-

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Automatic Climate Control	Dual Zone Electronic Automatic Temperature Control
Heater
Steering Adjustment	Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Mounted Audio
Paddle Shift		-
Cruise Control
Power Outlets 12V
Rear Parking Sensor
Rear Parking Camera
Electrically Adjustable Rear View Mirror
Push Start Stop Button
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Lumbar Support
Front Armrest
Rear Armrest
Upholstery	ARTICO Leather	Leather
Front Cup Holders
Keyless Entry
Climate Control
2 USB Central Console - 1 Front & 1 Rear	-
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	-
Battery Saver	-
Button type Shift-by-Wire Technology	-
Comfort Driving Mode	-
Double-Laminated Front Windows and Acoustic Windshield Glass	-
Drive Mode Select - Eco-Eco Plus-Comfort-Sport	-
Driver And Front Passenger Seat: Back Pocket	-
ECO / ECO+ Driving Mode	-
Electric Parking Brake with Auto Hold	-
Electro Chromic Mirror	-
Electrochromic Inside Rear View Mirror	-
FATC with Auto Defogger	-
Front & Rear Seat Headrest (Incl. Center Seat) - Adjustable (2 - Ways)	-
Front Driver & Passenger Side Vanity Mirror - With Flap & Lamp	-
Front Power Outlet	-
LED Luggage Lamp	-
LED Map Lamps	-
LED Room Lamp	-
Luggage Board and Luggage Net	-
One-Touch Electric Front And Rear Windows With Pinch Protection	-
Paddle Shifters for Adjustable Regenerative Braking	-
Power Window Up / Down Using Remote Key	-
Rear AC Vents (2 - Ducts Left & Right)	-
Rear Parcel Tray	-
Smart Eco Pedal Guide	-
Smart Electric Sunroof	-
Sport Driving Mode	-
Sporty Roof Rails	-
SunGlass Holder	-
Trunk Hooks	-
Two-Tone Horn	-
Wireless Phone Charger	-

Lights

Light Type	LED	LED
Front Fog Lamps
Rear Fog Lamps
2 LED Rear Reading Lights	-
Front Roof Lamp With Welcome LED Lighting And 2 LED Front Spot Lights	-
LED Mood Lights - Cluster & Cup Holders	-
Trunk Light	-

Instrumentation & Communication

Distance To Empty
Average Fuel Efficiency Indicator
Seat Belt Warning
Low Fuel Warning
Door Ajar Warning
GPS Navigation
12.3 Inch Customisable TFT Instrument Display	-

Entertainment

Music System
CD/DVD Player
Speakers
Internal Memory		-
Radio
USB Support
Bluetooth Support

Reviews

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