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Citroën ë-C5 Aircross vs Mazda 6e
Selected trimYOU! Comfort RangeChange trim322 mi · 79.9 kWh · £34,065
Selected trimTakumiChange trim348 mi · 78 kWh · £38,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Citroën ë-C5 Aircross leads on family practicality, charging speed and city driving, while the Mazda 6e leads on motorway range and running costs.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross if...
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
Choose the Mazda 6e if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.9p per mile on off-peak electricity
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.
Value
Citroën
7.2
Mazda
6.8
Too close to call
Motorway RangeMazda
Citroën
3.6
Mazda
6.2
FamilyCitroën
Citroën
7.2
Mazda
6.5
ChargingCitroën
Citroën
5.5
Mazda
5
Cost Per MileMazda
Citroën
2.8
Mazda
7.5
City DrivingCitroën
Citroën
4.1
Mazda
2.9
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
- £4,930 cheaper
- 229 litres more boot space
- 0.7 m tighter turning circle
Mazda 6e
Takumi
- 26 miles more WLTP range
- 35 kW faster rapid charging
- 33 kW more power
- 1.0s quicker 0-62 mph
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C5 AircrossYOU! Comfort Range | Mazda 6eTakumi |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £34,065 (better) | £38,995 |
| Official range | 322 miles | 348 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 565 L (better) | 336 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 24 min |
| 0-62 mph | 8.9 sec | 7.9 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Length
Citroën ë-C5 Aircross4,652mm-269mm
Mazda 6e4,921mm
Width
Citroën ë-C5 Aircross1,936mm
Mazda 6e1,890mm-46mm
Height
Citroën ë-C5 Aircross1,692mm
Mazda 6e1,491mm-201mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C5 AircrossYOU! Comfort Range | Mazda 6eTakumi |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,652 mm | 4,921 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,936 mm | 1,890 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,692 mm | 1,491 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.9 m (better) | 11.6 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 464 mm spare | 510 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C5 AircrossYOU! Comfort Range | Mazda 6eTakumi |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | 4 (better) |
| Boot space (seats up) | 565 L (better) | 336 L |
| Frunk | Not available | 72 L |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Citroën ë-C5 Aircross YOU! Comfort Range |  Mazda 6e Takumi |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.65m | 4.92m+269mm |
| Width | 1.94m | 1.89m-46mm |
| Height | 1.69m | 1.49m-201mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.79m | 2.90m+100mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 565L (better) | 336L |
| Frunk | Not available | 72L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.9m (better) | 11.6m |
| Kerb Weight | 2,184kg | 2,027kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 79.9kWh (better) | 78kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 322 mi | 348 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 160kW | 195kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £34,065 (better) | £38,995 |
| Price after EV grant | £32,565 (-£1,500) | £38,995 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | Saloon |
| Available | 2025+ | 2026+ |
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 | Mazda 6eTakumi |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 322 miles | 348 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 224 miles | 290 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 24 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 160 kW | 195 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 170 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 73.7 kWh | 78 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 800V (better) |
| Heat pump | Not standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C5 AircrossYOU! Comfort Range | Mazda 6eTakumi |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8.9 sec | 7.9 sec (better) |
| Power | 157 kW | 190 kW (better) |
| Torque | 345 Nm (better) | 290 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
What the critics say
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Citroën ë-C5 Aircross
YOU! Comfort Range
Mazda 6e
Takumi
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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 - Mazda 6e Takumi
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant93%
Child Occupant93%
Vulnerable Road Users74%
Safety Assist77%
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 | Mazda 6eTakumi |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | Not available |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Mazda 6e worth the extra £4,930 over the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross?
The Mazda 6e costs £4,930 more than the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross. For that premium it adds 26 miles more WLTP range, 35 kW faster peak rapid charging and 33 kW more power. The Citroën ë-C5 Aircross is not just cheaper - it also offers 229 litres more boot space. 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 Mazda 6e?
The Citroën ë-C5 Aircross is £4,930 cheaper to buy. The Mazda 6e is cheaper to charge, roughly £152 a year versus £184 for the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross comes out roughly £4,770 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 Mazda 6e like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 224 miles for the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross and 290 miles for the Mazda 6e - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Mazda 6e goes roughly 66 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross or the Mazda 6e?
The Mazda 6e is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 46 mm narrower than the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 510 mm of total clearance for the Mazda 6e and about 464 mm of total clearance for the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross. The Citroën ë-C5 Aircross also turns in a 0.7 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross or the Mazda 6e?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross and 90% for the Mazda 6e. That gives the Mazda 6e a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Mazda 6e's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use.
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