Citroën has achieved good overall sales in the Indian market in March 2026, but the performance of their flagship model Citroën C5 Aircross was disappointing. The company has sold a total of around 758-950 units, to which the C3 and other models have contributed. However, the C5 Aircross did not find a single customer last month. Even in February 2026, only 2 units were sold.
Ex-showroom price of C5 Aircross starts at ₹37.32 lakh. On-road prices reach around ₹44-47 lakh in cities like Delhi. This 5-seater diesel SUV comes with unique features like progressive hydraulic cushion suspension, which provides a comfortable ride. However, its demand in the Indian market remains limited due to competitors like Toyota Fortuner, MG Gloster and high price point. Let's take a look at the details from design to engine and performance.
design details
The Citroën C5 Aircross is a premium mid-size SUV, designed with European styling adapted to Indian roads. It looks bold and attractive. At the front, the large grille, single-piece headlamps with integrated dual-slat LED daytime running lights (DRLs), new bumpers and revised LED taillights give it a modern look. The 18-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels and muscular wheel arches provide road presence to the SUV. Overall length is 4500 mm, width is 1969 mm, height is 1710 mm and wheelbase is 2730 mm. Ground clearance is good, which helps in smooth driving on Indian roads.
Cabin and Comfort
Talking about the interior, C5 Aircross is premium and comfortable. The combination of metropolitan gray ambience, grenade leather and cloth seats in the cabin gives a luxury feel. The front seats are electrically adjustable, with the driver's seat coming with power adjustment. The rear seats are also comfortable and there is ample space with adjustable headrests.
The 10-inch free-standing touchscreen infotainment system supports wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. The 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster makes driving information clear. Features like panoramic sunroof, dual-zone automatic climate control, wireless charger and 6-speaker audio system make it premium. Storage space is also good. Boot space starts at 580 liters and increases when the seats are folded.
Features and safety
The list of features is quite big. This includes keyless entry and start, electric parking brake, paddle shifters, drive modes and some elements of Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS). However, compared to some competitors, high-end tech features like Level-2 ADAS are not fully available. Overall, Citroen has focused on interior quality and comfort.
C5 Aircross is strong in terms of safety. It has 6 airbags (front, side and curtain) as standard. It has got 4-star rating in Euro NCAP. Other safety features include ESP (Electronic Stability Programme), EBD with ABS, hill start assist, hill descent control, Blind Spot Information System (BLIS), front and rear parking sensors, rear view camera, TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) and ISOFIX child seat anchors. Electronic parking brake and disc brakes on all wheels enhance safety.
Engine and Performance
The C5 Aircross comes only with a 2.0-litre DW10FC turbo diesel engine. This engine generates power of 177 PS and peak torque of 400 Nm. The engine is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission, which gives smooth shifts. It is front-wheel drive (FWD) and the ARAI claimed mileage is 17.5 kmpl, which is decent for an SUV of this size. Handling is stable, though not sharp enough for sporty driving.