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Citroën ë-C5 Aircross vs Peugeot e-5008
Selected trimYOU! Comfort RangeChange trim322 mi · 79.9 kWh · £34,065
At a glance
In this comparison, Citroën ë-C5 Aircross leads on value for money, family practicality and charging speed, while the Peugeot e-5008 leads on motorway range and running costs.
Which 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 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 Peugeot e-5008 if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2p 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.
ValueCitroën
Citroën
7.2
Peugeot
5.6
Motorway RangePeugeot
Citroën
3.6
Peugeot
5.3
FamilyCitroën
Citroën
7.2
Peugeot
5.3
ChargingCitroën
Citroën
5.5
Peugeot
4.8
Cost Per MilePeugeot
Citroën
2.8
Peugeot
6.3
City DrivingCitroën
Citroën
4.1
Peugeot
3.3
What each car does better
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Key specifications
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| Measure | Citroën ë-C5 AircrossYOU! Comfort Range | Peugeot e-5008Allure |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £34,065 (better) | £40,665 |
| Official range | 322 miles (better) | 309 miles |
| Boot space | 565 L (better) | 348 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 30 min |
| 0-62 mph | 8.9 sec (better) | 9.7 sec |
Size Comparison
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Length
Citroën ë-C5 Aircross4,652mm-139mm
Peugeot e-50084,791mm
Width
Citroën ë-C5 Aircross1,936mm
Peugeot e-50081,895mm-41mm
Height
Citroën ë-C5 Aircross1,692mm-2mm
Peugeot e-50081,694mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C5 AircrossYOU! Comfort Range | Peugeot e-5008Allure |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,652 mm | 4,791 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,936 mm | 1,895 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,108 mm |
| Height | 1,692 mm | 1,694 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.9 m (better) | 11.2 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 464 mm spare | 505 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C5 AircrossYOU! Comfort Range | Peugeot e-5008Allure |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 7 (better) |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 565 L (better) | 348 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 916 L |
| Frunk | Not available | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 1,000 kg |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Citroën ë-C5 Aircross YOU! Comfort Range |  Peugeot e-5008 Allure |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.65m | 4.79m+139mm |
| Width | 1.94m | 1.90m-41mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.11m |
| Height | 1.69m | 1.69m+2mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.79m | 2.90m+106mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 565L (better) | 348L |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 916L |
| Seats | 5 | 7 (better) |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.9m (better) | 11.2m |
| Kerb Weight | 2,184kg (better) | 2,383kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 1,000kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 79.9kWh (better) | 73kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 322 mi (better) | 309 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 160kW | 160kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £34,065 (better) | £40,665 |
| Price after EV grant | £32,565 (-£1,500) | £40,665 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2025+ | 2024+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
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| Measure | Citroën ë-C5 AircrossYOU! Comfort Range | Peugeot e-5008Allure |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 322 miles (better) | 309 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 224 miles | 257 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 30 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 160 kW | 160 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 170 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 73.7 kWh (better) | 73 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 400V |
| 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 | Peugeot e-5008Allure |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8.9 sec (better) | 9.7 sec |
| Power | 157 kW | 157 kW |
| Torque | 345 Nm (better) | 343 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
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Citroën ë-C5 Aircross
YOU! Comfort Range
Peugeot e-5008
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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 - Peugeot e-5008 Allure
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant80%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users79%
Safety Assist62%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
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| Measure | Citroën ë-C5 AircrossYOU! Comfort Range | Peugeot e-5008Allure |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 160,934 km (better) |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Peugeot e-5008 worth the extra £6,600 over the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross?
The Peugeot e-5008 costs £6,600 more than the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross. For that premium it adds 2 more seats (7 versus 5). The Citroën ë-C5 Aircross is not just cheaper - it also offers 217 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 Peugeot e-5008?
The Citroën ë-C5 Aircross is £6,600 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £160 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 £6,480 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 Peugeot e-5008 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 224 miles for the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross and 257 miles for the Peugeot e-5008 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Peugeot e-5008 goes roughly 33 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross or the Peugeot e-5008?
The Peugeot e-5008 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 41 mm narrower than the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 505 mm of total clearance for the Peugeot e-5008 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 Peugeot e-5008?
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 Peugeot e-5008. 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. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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