•         Citroën has launched the second-generation C5 Aircross, starting from €39,300 and available in Hybrid, Electric and Plug-In Hybrid powertrains.

 

•         The new C5 Aircross stands out for its powerful and assertive design, aerodynamics that promote efficiency and an interior space that encourages well-being.

 

•         Featuring record rear-seat space, generous boot volume that's the same whatever the engine.

 

•         Equipped with plenty of specification as standard, such as Citroën Advanced Comfort seats and suspension, rear parking sensors, adaptive cruise control, dual zone air conditioning, 13” waterfall touchscreen and wireless smartphone charger.

Citroën has today announced the all-new C5 Aircross starting from €39,300. This second-generation C5 Aircross is a step forward in every respect, providing an intelligent and comprehensive response to the expectations of customers in this segment. Its design is powerful and muscular, its comfort sets a new benchmark among C-SUVs, with a comfort-class feel cabin that offers immense space in row 2 and a generous boot volume that remains identical whatever the powertrain. On board, it delivers the impression of travelling in a high-tech cocoon, incorporating a suspension with progressive hydraulic cushions, innovative Advanced Comfort seats, dashboard design featuring a large, easy-to-use waterfall touchscreen, and more. New C5 Aircross offers a choice of several electrified powertrains to suit different needs, more than 100 km in electric mode in the plug-in hybrid version for everyday journeys in town, up to 680 km (WLTP) in the electric version, and more than 950 km in the hybrid version (WLTP). This platform offers great flexibility both in terms of dimensions, in this case with a longer wheelbase to enhance passenger space - and powertrains, making it ideal for both hybrid and all-electric vehicles. 

Citroën's designers have conceived every part, element and component of the new C5 Aircross with a view to optimising both design and efficiency. The new C5 Aircross breaks with its previous curvy profile to adopt the tauter, sharper lines of Citroën's new design language. The new Citroën logo is proudly 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 chic, discreet gloss black strip. On the electric version, the front section is completely enclosed to optimise aerodynamic drag and contribute to greater fuel efficiency. From the side, the roofline slopes slightly after row 2, optimising aerodynamics while preserving the volume of the passenger compartment in a clear statement of the new C5 Aircross's family vocation. Thanks to the STLA Medium platform, the height of the C5 Aircross is kept to 1.66 m, which helps to improve air penetration, while also improving interior space and preserving 200 mm of ground clearance. Finally, air deflectors and inlets have been integrated into various parts of the vehicle to further optimise its aerodynamic performance. The characteristic 3-point light signature known as Light Wings are prevalent on the car, with the two exterior light points detached from the moulding that seem to float like fins on each side of the vehicle. The purpose of this innovation is both aesthetic and aerodynamic. The new C5 Aircross has been fitted with colour clips, the design signature of the latest-generation Citroën models. These customising elements are interchangeable and customises the vehicles graphic signature.

With the new C5 Aircross, Citroën offers the most comfortable electrified C-segment family SUV on the market. 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 and are standard on all models. The culmination of Citroën's research and the experience gained on other Citroën models, the Citroën Advanced Comfort® seats achieve an unparalleled level of comfort on the new C5 Aircross. Rear passengers also benefit from all the qualities of Citroën Advanced 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, also standard on all models, 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 generous wheelbase of 2.78m, the new C5 Aircross offers interior space that sets a benchmark in the segment and marks a clear improvement on its predecessor. This is particularly evident 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 one of the best boot volumes in its segment of 651 litres, identical whatever the powertrain. 

The new Citroën C5 Aircross features the largest central HD touchscreen ever offered by Citroën. With its vertical design, it 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 ideally positioned and customisable at will. On MAX models, this is complemented by the extended Head-Up Display, a large-scale colour display projected on the windscreen. The range of technology on board the new C5 Aircross is complete with latest-generation Citroën driving and parking assistance systems. 

The all-new C5 Aircross is available in 3 trim levels, YOU, PLUS and MAX. YOU models kick off the range with rear parking sensors, adaptive cruise control, dual zone air conditioning, 13” waterfall touchscreen, wireless smartphone charger, automatic LED headlamps and 18 inch diamond-cut alloys on Hybrid and 19-inch diamond-cut alloys on Electric models. The second level, PLUS, additionally offers front and rear parking sensors, reversing camera, keyless entry and start, privacy glass, Metropolitan Blue ambiance with leather-effect and fabric upholstery and 8 colour ambient lighting. Finally, the range topping MAX versions will feature 360 vision parking assistance with front and rear camera and sensors, head-up display projected on the windscreen, matrix LED headlights, power tailgate with hands-free access, heated front seats, heated steering wheel, Hype Blue ambiance with 8-way adjustability and memory function driver seat and a heat pump in electric models.

 

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. The new ë-C5 Aircross is available with two 100% electric powertrains, a 210 bhp motor combined with a 73-kWh battery offering a range of 520 km WLTP from €39,939 and a 230 bhp motor paired with a 97-kWh battery offering 680 km WLTP due to arrive later in 2026. 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 offers segment-leading charging performance. It 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 160 kW fast charger, ë-C5 Aircross can charge in just 27 minutes.

 

Starting at €39,300, Hybrid 48V technology combines great ease of use with no need to plug-in, generous range of more than 950km combined WLTP, with the ability to significantly reduce CO₂ 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 is taken to the next level, offering 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 Aircross delivers a total range of 650 km with motorway driving. Plug-In Hybrid models are due to arrive later in 2026.