Second-gen Citroen C5 Aircross ready for Jan 1 st registration
Published on 06th May 2025 at 08:26
Not due here until late this year and ready for the 261-registration year, Citroen
have launched their new, second-generation, C5 Aircross, into the C-segment Sports
Utility Vehicle segment.
This 2026 C5 Aircross offers a choice of several electrified powertrains, more than
100 km in electric mode in the plug-in hybrid version, up to 680 km (WLTP) in the
electric version, and more than 950 km in the hybrid version (WLTP).
Outside Look
The new C5 Aircross breaks with its previous curvy profile to adopt the tauter,
sharper lines of Citroën's new design language. The silhouette is based on wider
tracks with pronounced shoulders, the new Citroën logo displayed at its
centre. Citroën's new 3-point light signature is interpreted here with particularly
slender horizontal light strips while Citroën Matrix LED headlamps are linked by a
discreet gloss black strip. On the electric version, the front section is completely
enclosed to optimise aerodynamic drag and contribute to greater fuel efficiency.
Inside Story
From the side, the roofline slopes slightly after row 2, optimising aerodynamics while
preserving the volume of the passenger compartment. Standing on the STLA
Medium platform, the height of the C5 Aircross is 1.66 m, with 200 mm of ground
clearance.
The interior of the C5 Aircross has been designed using the precepts of Citroën's C-
Zen Lounge architecture, which aims to offer a lounge atmosphere in a space of well-
being for both passengers and the driver. Citroën's 'Sofa Design' is a long and airy
horizontal dashboard, designed like a piece of living room furniture. The lower part
of the dashboard is covered in a high-quality foam fabric that extends to the door
panels and seats, creating a unified and comfortable atmosphere.
The new Citroën Advanced Comfort seats are a key element of well-being on board
the C5 Aircross. Here, the upper part of the backrest wraps around passengers'
shoulders like a shawl, then descends along their backs to form side bolsters which
are electrically adjustable, enabling them to be adjusted perfectly to each individual
preference for optimum support and comfort.
Rear passengers also benefit from all the qualities of CitroënAdvanced Comfort,
including a bench seat and backrests fitted with high-quality foam. Another key to
the exceptional comfort of the new C5 Aircross is the Progressive Hydraulic Cushions
suspension, which absorbs imperfections in the road, giving the car a "magic carpet"
feel. They ensure optimum contact between the wheels and the road surface and
define a perfect level of comfort for passengers while making the vehicle fun to drive.
Unlike the mechanical stop in a conventional shock absorber - which absorbs energy
and reduces comfort by releasing some of it in the form of shock - the progressive
hydraulic stop absorbs and dissipates this energy.
Thanks to its wheelbase of 2.78m, the new C5 Aircross offers interior space that
marks a clear improvement on its predecessor. This is particular in the rear seats,
with knee room 51 mm longer and the 68 mm headroom increase in row 2 compared
to the previous generation. The backrests can be reclined between 21° and 33°,
adding to the sensation of travelling in comfort class. The new C5 Aircross offers a
boot volume of 651 litres, across all powertrains.
A large central HD touchscreen, with a vertical design, floats in front of the
dashboard, then cascades down in a single movement to connect seamlessly with the
centre console. The large customisable area displays 3D navigation, controls the
infotainment system, and allows widgets to be programmed for direct access to
certain functions and positioned as desired on the screen, in a choice of sizes. This
area offers several pages, allowing you to multiply the content and display up to 16
widgets per page, easily accessible by scrolling them across the screen with the tip of
your finger.
All new C5 Aircross models feature a 10" digital instrument cluster, which is
positioned and customisable at will. Depending on the trim, this is complemented by
the extended Head-Up Display, a large-scale colour display projected on the
windscreen. The range of technology is complete with latest-
generation Citroën driving and parking assistance systems.
Among the driving safety with features offered are:
Semi-automatic lane changing
Rear Traffic Alert
Extended blind spot detection
Driver surveillance camera - one camera constantly monitors the driver's eyes
and another the car's trajectory, particularly if it deviates from its lane. When
a risk is detected, a sound and light signal is triggered.
Citroen Multi-fuel strategy
The diverse range of engines on the new C5 Aircross illustrates Citroën's multi-fuel
strategy, which corresponds to the varied needs and uses of Irish customers, leaving
them free to make their own choices and supporting them at their own pace in their
transition to electrification.
The new ë-C5 Aircross is available with two 100% electric powertrains, a 210 bhp
motor combined with a 73kWh battery offering a range of 520 km WLTP and a 230
bhp motor paired with a 97kWh battery offering 680 km WLTP.
The driver can choose between three driving modes – Normal, Eco and Sport which
can be chosen based on the driver’s needs. A three-stage regenerative braking system
optimises the use of the car's kinetic energy to recharge the battery. Using the
paddles behind the steering wheel, the driver can select one of three levels of
deceleration force.
New Citroën ë-C5 Aircross is fitted as standard with an 11 kW three-phase charger,
and from 2026 will be able to receive an optional 22 kW three-phase bi-directional
charger for ultra-fast charging. From a 160kW fast charger, ë-C5 Aircross can charge
in just 27 minutes.
Hybrid 48V technology combines great ease of use - no need to plug-in, generous
range of more than 950km combined WLTP, with the ability to significantly reduce
CO 2 emissions and fuel consumption and thus running costs. In town, the new C5
Aircross Hybrid 145 can be driven up to 50% of the time in electric mode. For those
who wish to take advantage of Plug-In Hybrid technology, the new C5 Aircross offers
33% more range than the previous C5 Aircross with over 100 km available in town.
Its large 55-litre fuel tank, an increase of 28% - New C5
