Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 vs Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 7.5 s Runner-up: 7.9 s
Range winner Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance 403 km Runner-up: 55 km
Power winner Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 225 hp Runner-up: 218 hp
Cargo winner Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance 468 L Runner-up: 460 L
Price winner Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance $39,590 Runner-up: $41,800

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 against the 2025 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. One uses a plug-in hybrid powertrain and the other a battery-electric system, so range and consumption figures need to be read in that context.

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 7.9 seconds for 2025 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance. 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 has the higher listed output at 225 hp; 2025 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance is rated at 218 hp, a difference of 7 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 at 360 Nm and 2025 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance 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

2025 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance carries the longer listed range at 403 km, against 55 km for 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225. 2025 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance has the higher listed DC charging ceiling at 130 kW, compared with 24 kW. 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 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 468 litres versus 460 litres, a difference of 8 litres. 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 carries the higher towing rating at 1,250 kg, while 2025 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance is listed at 750 kg. 2025 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance is 95 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

2025 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance has the lower listed starting price at $39,590, compared with $41,800 for 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225. The measured categories split evenly, so the better choice depends on which attributes matter most. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

Prepared by CarsbySpec from the structured specifications displayed on this page. Missing values are not estimated, and component figures are not treated as directly comparable system figures. Read the methodology.

Specification Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 2252025 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance2025
Performance
0-100 km/h7.5 s7.9 s
Top Speed225 km/h160 km/h
Power225 hp218 hp
Torque360 Nm300 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range55 km403 km
Battery13.2 kWh63 kWh
Fuel Tank43 L
Efficiency1.5 L/100km15.6 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions33 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging24 kW130 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,500 mm4,595 mm
Ground Clearance190 mm185 mm
Cargo460 L468 L
Curb Weight1,830 kg1,870 kg
Towing1,250 kg750 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle11.3 m11.2 m
Starting MSRP$41,800$39,590

Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 vs Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 or the 2025 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance?

2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 7.5 seconds, versus 7.9 seconds for 2025 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 or the 2025 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance?

2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 has the higher listed top speed at 225 km/h (140 mph), compared with 160 km/h (99 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 or the 2025 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance?

2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 has more power at 225 hp, a 7 hp advantage over 2025 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance.

Which has more range, the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 or the 2025 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance?

2025 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance has the longer listed range at 403 km (250 miles), versus 55 km (34 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 or the 2025 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance?

2025 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance has the larger listed battery at 63.0 kWh, compared with 13.2 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 or the 2025 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance?

2025 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance has more listed cargo space at 468 litres (16.5 cu ft), versus 460 litres (16.2 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 or the 2025 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance?

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 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 or the 2025 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance?

2025 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance is heavier at 1,870 kg (4,123 lb), while 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 is listed at 1,830 kg (4,034 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 or the 2025 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance?

2025 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $39,590 USD, compared with $41,800 USD for 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 or the 2025 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance?

The measured categories split evenly, so the better choice depends on which attributes matter most. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.