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Cadillac OPTIQ vs Citroën ë-C5 Aircross
Selected trimPremium Sport AWD264 mi · 75 kWh · Not available
Selected trimYOU! Comfort RangeChange trim322 mi · 79.9 kWh · £34,065
At a glance
In this comparison, Cadillac OPTIQ stays competitive across the board, while the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross leads on value for money, charging speed and city driving.
Best value
Citroën ë-C5 AircrossRange & charging
Citroën ë-C5 AircrossPracticality
Citroën ë-C5 AircrossWhich should you choose?
Choose the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Citroën ë-C5 Aircross leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueCitroën
Cadillac
0
Citroën
7.2
Motorway Range
Cadillac
3.6
Citroën
3.6
Too close to call
Family
Cadillac
6.8
Citroën
7.2
Too close to call
ChargingCitroën
Cadillac
4.4
Citroën
5.5
City DrivingCitroën
Cadillac
2.5
Citroën
4.1
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Cadillac OPTIQPremium Sport AWD | Citroën ë-C5 AircrossYOU! Comfort Range |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not available | £34,065 |
| Official range | 264 miles | 322 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 500 L | 565 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 30 min | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | 6.3 sec (better) | 8.9 sec |
Size Comparison
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Cadillac OPTIQ
Citroën ë-C5 Aircross
Length
Cadillac OPTIQ4,826mm
Citroën ë-C5 Aircross4,652mm-174mm
Width
Cadillac OPTIQ1,912mm-24mm
Citroën ë-C5 Aircross1,936mm
Height
Cadillac OPTIQ1,651mm-41mm
Citroën ë-C5 Aircross1,692mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Cadillac OPTIQPremium Sport AWD | Citroën ë-C5 AircrossYOU! Comfort Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,826 mm | 4,652 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,912 mm (better) | 1,936 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,134 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,651 mm | 1,692 mm |
| Turning circle | Not available | 10.9 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 488 mm spare (better) | 464 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Cadillac OPTIQPremium Sport AWD | Citroën ë-C5 AircrossYOU! Comfort Range |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 500 L | 565 L (better) |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Cadillac OPTIQ Premium Sport AWD |  Citroën ë-C5 Aircross YOU! Comfort Range |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.83m | 4.65m-174mm |
| Width | 1.91m | 1.94m+24mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.13m | Not available |
| Height | 1.65m | 1.69m+41mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.95m | 2.79m-151mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 500L | 565L (better) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | Not available | 10.9m |
| Kerb Weight | 2,377kg | 2,184kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 75kWh | 79.9kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 264 mi | 322 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 150kW | 160kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | Not available | £34,065 |
| Price after EV grant | Not available | £32,565 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2026+ | 2025+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Cadillac OPTIQPremium Sport AWD | Citroën ë-C5 AircrossYOU! Comfort Range |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 264 miles | 322 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 220 miles | 224 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 30 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 150 kW | 160 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 170 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 75 kWh (better) | 73.7 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NCMA | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 400V |
| Heat pump | Not available | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Cadillac OPTIQPremium Sport AWD | Citroën ë-C5 AircrossYOU! Comfort Range |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 6.3 sec (better) | 8.9 sec |
| Power | 227 kW (better) | 157 kW |
| Torque | 480 Nm (better) | 345 Nm |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Cadillac OPTIQ
Premium Sport AWD
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Citroën ë-C5 Aircross
YOU! Comfort Range
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Cadillac OPTIQ Premium Sport AWD
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant83%
Child Occupant81%
Vulnerable Road Users76%
Safety Assist74%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Citroën ë-C5 Aircross YOU! Comfort Range
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant80%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users79%
Safety Assist62%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Cadillac OPTIQPremium Sport AWD | Citroën ë-C5 AircrossYOU! Comfort Range |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 160,000 km |
Buying options
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Cadillac OPTIQ
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Frequently asked questions
What are the Cadillac OPTIQ and Citroën ë-C5 Aircross like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 220 miles for the Cadillac OPTIQ and 224 miles for the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Cadillac OPTIQ or the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross?
The two are within 24 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 488 mm of total clearance for the Cadillac OPTIQ and about 464 mm of total clearance for the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Cadillac OPTIQ or the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 89% battery health for the Cadillac OPTIQ and 84% for the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross. That gives the Cadillac OPTIQ a modest edge in retained real-world range. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation.
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