Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 vs Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 7.5 s Runner-up: 8.0 s
Power winner Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 225 hp Runner-up: 213 hp
Cargo winner Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD 575 L Runner-up: 460 L
Price winner Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD $36,200 Runner-up: $41,800

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 against the 2025 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD. 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 hybrid 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 8.0 seconds for 2025 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD. 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 has the higher listed output at 225 hp; 2025 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD is rated at 213 hp, a difference of 12 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD at 525 Nm and 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 at 360 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

Range and energy-use figures are either not shared by both cars or not directly comparable across these powertrain types.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 575 litres versus 460 litres, a difference of 115 litres. 2025 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD carries the higher towing rating at 1,500 kg, while 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 is listed at 1,250 kg. 2025 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD is 180 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 X-Trail e-POWER 4WD has the lower listed starting price at $36,200, compared with $41,800 for 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225. 2025 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD 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.

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 X-Trail e-POWER 4WD2025
Performance
0-100 km/h7.5 s8.0 s
Top Speed225 km/h180 km/h
Power225 hp213 hp
Torque360 Nm525 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range55 km
Battery13.2 kWh
Fuel Tank43 L55 L
Efficiency1.5 L/100km6.4 L/100km
CO2 Emissions33 g/km146 g/km
DC Charging24 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,500 mm4,680 mm
Ground Clearance190 mm185 mm
Cargo460 L575 L
Curb Weight1,830 kg1,820 kg
Towing1,250 kg1,500 kg
Seats57
Turning Circle11.3 m11.4 m
Starting MSRP$41,800$36,200

Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 vs Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 or the 2025 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD?

2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 7.5 seconds, versus 8.0 seconds for 2025 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 or the 2025 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD?

2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 has the higher listed top speed at 225 km/h (140 mph), compared with 180 km/h (112 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 or the 2025 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD?

2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 has more power at 225 hp, a 12 hp advantage over 2025 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 or the 2025 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD?

2025 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD has more listed cargo space at 575 litres (20.3 cu ft), versus 460 litres (16.2 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 or the 2025 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD?

2025 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD has the higher listed towing capacity at 1,500 kg (3,307 lb), compared with 1,250 kg (2,756 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 or the 2025 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD?

2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 is heavier at 1,830 kg (4,034 lb), while 2025 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD is listed at 1,820 kg (4,012 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 or the 2025 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD?

2025 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $36,200 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 X-Trail e-POWER 4WD?

2025 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD 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.