BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort vs Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 7.5 s Runner-up: 8.7 s
Range winner BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort 80 km Runner-up: 55 km
Power winner Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 225 hp Runner-up: 218 hp
Cargo winner Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 460 L Runner-up: 425 L
Price winner BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort $35,900 Runner-up: $41,800

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort against the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use plug-in hybrid powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 7.5 seconds, compared with 8.7 seconds for 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort. 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 has the higher listed output at 225 hp; 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort is rated at 218 hp, a difference of 7 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 at 360 Nm and 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort at 300 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort carries the longer listed range at 80 km, against 55 km for 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225. 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort has the lower recorded consumption at 1.4 L/100km; 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 is listed at 1.5 L/100km. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 460 litres versus 425 litres, a difference of 35 litres. 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 carries the higher towing rating at 1,250 kg, while 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort is listed at 750 kg. 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort is 275 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort has the lower listed starting price at $35,900, compared with $41,800 for 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225. 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort2024 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 2252025
Performance
0-100 km/h8.7 s7.5 s
Top Speed170 km/h225 km/h
Power218 hp225 hp
Torque300 Nm360 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range80 km55 km
Battery18.3 kWh13.2 kWh
Fuel Tank50 L43 L
Efficiency1.4 L/100km1.5 L/100km
CO2 Emissions32 g/km33 g/km
DC Charging—24 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,775 mm4,500 mm
Ground Clearance175 mm190 mm
Cargo425 L460 L
Curb Weight1,850 kg1,830 kg
Towing750 kg1,250 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle11.2 m11.3 m
Starting MSRP$35,900$41,800

BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort vs Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 questions answered

Which is faster, the 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort or the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225?

2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 7.5 seconds, versus 8.7 seconds for 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort or the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225?

2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 has the higher listed top speed at 225 km/h (140 mph), compared with 170 km/h (106 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort or the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225?

2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 has more power at 225 hp, a 7 hp advantage over 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort.

Which has more range, the 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort or the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225?

2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort has the longer listed range at 80 km (50 miles), versus 55 km (34 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort or the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225?

2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort has the larger listed battery at 18.3 kWh, compared with 13.2 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort or the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225?

2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 has more listed cargo space at 460 litres (16.2 cu ft), versus 425 litres (15.0 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort or the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225?

2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 has the higher listed towing capacity at 1,250 kg (2,756 lb), compared with 750 kg (1,653 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort or the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225?

2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort is heavier at 1,850 kg (4,079 lb), while 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 is listed at 1,830 kg (4,034 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort or the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225?

2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $35,900 USD, compared with $41,800 USD for 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2024 BYD Seal U DM-i Comfort or the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225?

2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.