Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 vs Toyota RAV4 Hybrid AWD-i

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 7.5 s Runner-up: 8.1 s
Power winner Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 225 hp Runner-up: 222 hp
Cargo winner Toyota RAV4 Hybrid AWD-i 580 L Runner-up: 460 L
Price winner Toyota RAV4 Hybrid AWD-i $34,245 Runner-up: $41,800

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 against the 2026 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid AWD-i. 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 8.1 seconds for 2026 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid AWD-i. 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 has the higher listed output at 225 hp; 2026 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid AWD-i is rated at 222 hp, a difference of 3 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 at 360 Nm and 2026 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid AWD-i at 221 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

2026 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid AWD-i provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 580 litres versus 460 litres, a difference of 120 litres. 2026 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid AWD-i carries the higher towing rating at 1,750 kg, while 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 is listed at 1,250 kg. 2026 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid AWD-i is 100 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

2026 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid AWD-i has the lower listed starting price at $34,245, compared with $41,800 for 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225. 2026 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid AWD-i 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 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid AWD-i2026
Performance
0-100 km/h7.5 s8.1 s
Top Speed225 km/h180 km/h
Power225 hp222 hp
Torque360 Nm221 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range55 km
Battery13.2 kWh
Fuel Tank43 L55 L
Efficiency1.5 L/100km5.1 L/100km
CO2 Emissions33 g/km117 g/km
DC Charging24 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,500 mm4,600 mm
Ground Clearance190 mm200 mm
Cargo460 L580 L
Curb Weight1,830 kg1,760 kg
Towing1,250 kg1,750 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle11.3 m11.4 m
Starting MSRP$41,800$34,245

Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 vs Toyota RAV4 Hybrid AWD-i questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 or the 2026 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid AWD-i?

2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 7.5 seconds, versus 8.1 seconds for 2026 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid AWD-i.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 or the 2026 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid AWD-i?

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 2026 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid AWD-i?

2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 has more power at 225 hp, a 3 hp advantage over 2026 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid AWD-i.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 or the 2026 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid AWD-i?

2026 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid AWD-i has more listed cargo space at 580 litres (20.5 cu ft), versus 460 litres (16.2 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 or the 2026 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid AWD-i?

2026 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid AWD-i has the higher listed towing capacity at 1,750 kg (3,858 lb), compared with 1,250 kg (2,756 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 or the 2026 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid AWD-i?

2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 is heavier at 1,830 kg (4,034 lb), while 2026 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid AWD-i is listed at 1,760 kg (3,880 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Citroën C5 Aircross PHEV 225 or the 2026 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid AWD-i?

2026 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid AWD-i has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $34,245 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 2026 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid AWD-i?

2026 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid AWD-i 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.