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Citroën ë-C5 Aircross vs Jeep Compass
Selected trimYOU! Comfort RangeChange trim322 mi · 79.9 kWh · £34,065
Selected trimAltitudeChange trim285 mi · 74 kWh · £36,999
At a glance
In this comparison, Citroën ë-C5 Aircross leads on value for money, motorway range and charging speed, while the Jeep Compass stays competitive across the board.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the fastest charging of these options
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
Citroën
7.2
Jeep
6.6
Motorway RangeCitroën
Citroën
3.6
Jeep
2.2
Family
Citroën
7.2
Jeep
7.1
Too close to call
ChargingCitroën
Citroën
5.5
Jeep
4.3
City Driving
Citroën
4.1
Jeep
4.1
Too close to call
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Citroën ë-C5 Aircross
YOU! Comfort Range
- £2,934 cheaper
- 37 miles more WLTP range
- 19 Wh/km more efficient
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C5 AircrossYOU! Comfort Range | Jeep CompassAltitude |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £34,065 (better) | £36,999 |
| Official range | 322 miles (better) | 285 miles |
| Boot space | 565 L (better) | 550 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 35 min |
| 0-62 mph | 8.9 sec | Not available |
Size Comparison
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Length
Citroën ë-C5 Aircross4,652mm
Jeep Compass4,550mm-102mm
Width
Citroën ë-C5 Aircross1,936mm
Jeep Compass1,900mm-36mm
Height
Citroën ë-C5 Aircross1,692mm-8mm
Jeep Compass1,700mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C5 AircrossYOU! Comfort Range | Jeep CompassAltitude |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,652 mm | 4,550 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,936 mm | 1,900 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,692 mm | 1,700 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.9 m | Not available |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 464 mm spare | 500 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C5 AircrossYOU! Comfort Range | Jeep CompassAltitude |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 565 L (better) | 550 L |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Citroën ë-C5 Aircross YOU! Comfort Range |  Jeep Compass Altitude |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.65m | 4.55m-102mm |
| Width | 1.94m | 1.90m-36mm |
| Height | 1.69m | 1.70m+8mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.79m | 2.80m+5mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 200mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 565L (better) | 550L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.9m | Not available |
| Kerb Weight | 2,184kg | 2,115kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 79.9kWh (better) | 74kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 322 mi (better) | 285 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 160kW | 160kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £34,065 (better) | £36,999 |
| Price after EV grant | £32,565 (-£1,500) (better) | £35,499 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2025+ | 2025+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C5 AircrossYOU! Comfort Range | Jeep CompassAltitude |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 322 miles (better) | 285 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 224 miles (better) | 193 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 35 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 160 kW | 160 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 170 Wh/km (better) | 189 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 73.7 kWh | 74 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Not standard | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C5 AircrossYOU! Comfort Range | Jeep CompassAltitude |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8.9 sec | Not available |
| Power | 157 kW (better) | 155 kW |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
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Citroën ë-C5 Aircross
YOU! Comfort Range
Jeep Compass
Altitude
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Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
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)
Euro NCAP - Jeep Compass Altitude
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant80%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users74%
Safety Assist66%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C5 AircrossYOU! Comfort Range | Jeep CompassAltitude |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | Not available |
Buying options
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Jeep Compass worth the extra £2,934 over the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross?
The Jeep Compass costs £2,934 more than the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross. On the headline specs that premium buys little measurable advantage - the two are closely matched on range, charging and space. The Citroën ë-C5 Aircross is not just cheaper - it also offers 37 miles more WLTP range and lower energy use, 170 versus 189 Wh/km. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross or the Jeep Compass?
The Citroën ë-C5 Aircross is £2,934 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £184 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross comes out roughly £3,054 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross and Jeep Compass like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 224 miles for the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross and 193 miles for the Jeep Compass - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Citroën ë-C5 Aircross goes roughly 32 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross or the Jeep Compass?
The Jeep Compass is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 36 mm narrower than the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 500 mm of total clearance for the Jeep Compass and about 464 mm of total clearance for the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross or the Jeep Compass?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross and 84% for the Jeep Compass. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation.
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Data accuracy
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